Assistant United States Attorney

Please read entire announcement before applying. This is an open continuous announcement to fill current and future vacancies. Applicant lists will be pulled on 1/12/2026 and every thirty days thereafter until the closing date. Applications must be complete at the time when lists are pulled in order to be considered at that time. Announcement will remain open until positions are filled, but no later than August 31, 2026. As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement. All initial attorney positions to the Department of Justice are for an initial 14-month probationary period, after which attorneys may be eligible to become full-time employees with permanent status. If hired, applicants are expected to serve in the Office for at least three years, although AUSAs typically remain in the Office for longer terms. Required Qualifications Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least 1* year post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience. (transcript is required) Preferred Qualifications Excellent academic background. Significant litigation experience. Strong communication and analytical abilities. Sound judgment. Sincere and demonstrated commitment to public service. Prior legal work experience, such as work in a judicial clerkship, law firm, non-profit organization or other state or federal government office. IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. If your resume does not support your questionnaire answers, we will not allow credit for your response(s). For more information on the qualifications for this position, click here. #J-18808-Ljbffr Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys