Assistant County Attorney

Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) - Criminal Hiring Organization: USAO Northern District of Alabama Location: 1801 4th Ave N., Birmingham, AL 35203, United States Attorney Appointment Type: Attorney Permanent Application Deadline: Sunday, July 19, 2026 About the Office The United States Attorney's Office, Northern District of Alabama is seeking an experienced attorney to serve as a Criminal Assistant United States Attorney. The Northern District of Alabama encompasses the northern half of Alabama with offices in Birmingham and Huntsville, trying cases in both cities, Tuscaloosa, and Anniston. This position is located in Birmingham, a vibrantly growing metro area with plenty of options for dining, schools, and recreation. Job Description The Northern District of Alabama is currently seeking an experienced attorney for an Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) opening in our Criminal Division at our branch office in Birmingham, Alabama. Our Criminal Division investigates and prosecutes federal cases arising from a wide array of criminal activity. The AUSA will be part of a dedicated team helping to enforce Federal criminal laws. Assistant United States Attorneys in the Criminal Division are responsible for the prosecution of all types of crimes under federal law. This position is a general criminal litigation position with responsibility for coordinating with federal law enforcement agencies on federal criminal investigations and handling a heavy caseload involving a wide variety of federal criminal offenses involving mostly violent crime, child exploitation, firearms, narcotics, immigration, and white-collar crime. The incumbent is someone who is routinely preparing and trying a high volume of cases, while exercising a degree of professional autonomy and responsibility. Responsibilities will increase and assignments become more complex as training and experience progress. Conditions of Employment You must be a United States Citizen or National. Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory preemployment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. Continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation. You must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable. J.D. degree and active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction) required. Must reside in the district to which appointed or within 25 miles thereof. See 28 U.S.C. 545 for district specific information. Qualifications Successful applicants will be able to work equally well individually and in a team setting and will possess the judgment, skill, and fearlessness necessary to succeed as part of a fast‑paced and aggressive prosecution team. The ideal candidate will be someone with a desire for public service and either living in or willing to relocate to the Northern District of Alabama. Required Qualifications Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least 3 years post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience. United States citizenship is required. Preferred Qualifications Strong academic credentials Superior legal research and writing skills Quick analytical ability to accurately and precisely articulate critical case‑related issues Trial experience or experience litigating cases in federal court Good interpersonal skills Ability to work in a supportive and professional team environment with client agencies, support staff, and other attorneys Demonstrated commitment to public service You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement. Applicants should familiarize themselves and comply with the relevant rules of professional conduct regarding any possible conflicts of interest in connection with their applications. In particular, please notify this Office if you currently represent clients or adjudicate matters in which this Office is involved and/or you have a family member who is representing clients or adjudicating matters in which this Office is involved so that we can evaluate any potential conflicts of interest or disqualification issues that may need to be addressed under those circumstances. Salary Information: Assistant United States Attorney's pay is administratively determined based, in part, on the number of years of professional attorney experience. The range of basic pay is $83,290 to $197,100, which includes 18.24% locality pay. Number of Positions: 3+ Travel: 1-5 nights of travel per month may be required. Relocation Expenses: Relocation expenses will not be authorized. This and other vacancy announcements can be found under Attorney Vacancies and Volunteer Legal Internships. 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