Assistant United States Attorney (Criminal)

United States Attorneys' Offices; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 65,563 - 153,834; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave

Life and health insurance

Telework options

Retirement system participation

Job summary

The United States Attorneys' Offices is seeking Assistant United States Attorneys to work in the Criminal Division located in Macon and Columbus, GA. The role involves handling various criminal cases and representing the government in court.

Applicants should possess a J.D. degree and be an active member of the bar. Strong negotiation, communication, and analytical skills are essential for success in this position. The salary ranges from $65,563 to $153,834 plus locality pay, with a comprehensive benefits package offered.

Qualifications

• Active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction).
• United States citizenship is required.
• Must meet all qualifications by the closing date of this announcement.

Responsibilities

• Handle criminal cases involving white-collar crimes and violence.
• Represent the Government at hearings and trials.
• Work independently and with a team.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Writing skills

Oral advocacy skills

Teamwork

Leadership

Education

J.D. degree or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Summary This is an open-continuous announcement for Assistant United States Attorneys in the Criminal Division of our Macon, GA and Columbus, GA offices. This announcement will remain open until all available positions are filled. Applicant lists will be reviewed and referred on June 17, 2026 and every two weeks thereafter until the vacancies are filled, but no later than April 23, 2027.

Responsibilities

• Help the United States Attorney's Office for the Middle District of Georgia fill one or more Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) vacancies in the Criminal Division.
• Handle criminal cases including white-collar crimes, immigration crimes, drug-trafficking crimes, and crimes of violence (including child exploitation offenses).
• Demonstrate leadership, strong work ethic, organization, fair and sound judgment, attention to facts and details, and the ability to work independently and in a team.
• Possess excellent negotiation, analytical, writing, and oral advocacy skills; represent the Government’s interests at hearings and trials before the United States District Court.
• Note that responsibilities may increase and assignments may become more complex as training and experience progress.
• Positions are located in Macon, GA and Columbus, GA.

Requirements

• Security Requirements: Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory preemployment adjudication, including fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. Continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation.
• Residency Requirements: Assistant United States Attorneys generally must reside in the district to which they are appointed or within 25 miles thereof.
• Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from doing so under the Selective Service Law.
• Qualifications: Applicants must possess a J.D. degree (or equivalent) and be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction) by their entry on duty date. Law school graduates and current law students taking a July 2026 bar examination may be considered, subject to the foregoing requirements. United States citizenship is required.
• Preferred Qualifications: Superior communication and courtroom skills, excellent research and writing ability, strong interpersonal and professional skills, and the ability to work with other attorneys, support staff, and client agencies in a highly demanding work environment.
• You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
• Education: J.D. Degree by Enter on Duty (EOD) date.

Salary and Benefits

Salary information is administratively determined based on years of professional attorney experience. The range of basic pay is $65,563 to $153,834 plus locality pay: 18.06% for Macon, GA and 23.79% for Columbus, GA. The Department of Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid leave, holidays, telework options, life and health insurance, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System.

Additional Information

• Relocation: Relocation expenses will not be authorized.
• Travel: 1 to 5 nights of travel required per month.
• Conflict of Interest: Notify the Office of any potential conflicts of interest with current representations or family connections to allow evaluation and possible disqualification.
• EEO Statement: The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors. More information is available through official DOJ channels.