Assistant United States Attorney (VCS and TOCML)

U.S. Department of Justice; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 86,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

The United States Attorney's Office for the District of Colorado is recruiting Assistant United States Attorneys to join the Violent Crime Section (VCS) and the Transnational Organized Crime and Money Laundering Section (TOCML) in Denver. Successful applicants must hold a J.D., be an active member of the bar, and have at least one year of post‑J.D.

legal experience. The role involves collaborating with federal agencies to develop investigative strategies, handling a diverse docket in federal

Qualifications

• J.D. degree and active bar admission.
• At least 1 year post-J.D. legal experience.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Excellent writing, speaking, and analytical skills; ability to handle a variety of challenging cases.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with federal agencies to develop investigative strategies.
• Litigate in U.S. District Court.
• Handle a diverse docket on behalf of the United States.

Skills

Excellent writing

Speaking skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Public service

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

Assistant United States Attorney (VCS and TOCML)

Hiring Organization

USAO District of Colorado

Hiring Office

District of Colorado

Attorney Appointment Type

Attorney Permanent

Location: 1801 California St, Suite 1600

Location: 1801 California St, Suite 1600
Denver, CO 80202 - United States

About the Office

If you are looking for an exciting and challenging career, this is the position for you! With a talented workforce of over 100,000 people, the mission of the Department of Justice is to uphold the rule of law, keep our country safe, and protect civil rights. You will be part of a dedicated team helping to enforce Federal criminal and civil laws that protect life, liberty and the property of citizens.

The United States Attorney's Office for the District of Colorado represents the United States and its agencies in civil and criminal litigation before the United States District Court for the District of Colorado and on appeal before the United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit. The office prosecutes federal criminal offenses, litigates affirmative and defensive civil lawsuits, and collects judgments and restitution for victims and taxpayers.

Job Description

The United States is currently facing significant law enforcement challenges to include addressing a variety of violent crimes, eliminating cartels and transnational organized crime, combating criminal consequences of illegal immigration and ending illegal trafficking of drugs and human beings. The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Colorado is currently accepting applications for Assistant United States Attorney positions to work in the Violent Crime Section (VCS) and the Transnational Organized Crime and Money Laundering Section(TOCML). These attorneys must be devoted to justice, excellence, fairness, and representing the public. We are seeking talented applicants with professional and life experiences that will enable them to work collaboratively with law enforcement to combat these challenges. Applicants with skills in the areas of communication, financial analysis, teamwork, and problem solving are encouraged to apply. AUSAs in these sections truly are part of the investigative teams. If selected, you will work closely with agents from the DEA, FBI, IRS, HSI, ATF, ICE and other state and federal agencies to develop investigative strategies, employ sophisticated surveillance techniques, and shape cases from their inception. AUSAs in these sections also enjoy fast-paced litigation practices that will frequently get them on their feet in US District Court.

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.

United States citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications:
Highly desired are: excellent writing, speaking, and analytical skills; interest in and dedication to public service; interest in handling a wide variety of challenging cases on behalf of the United States of America; and the ability to work well both independently and on teams.

You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.

Application Process

To be considered for a position, applications must be submitted by 11:59pm (EST) on September 23, 2026.

You must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

• - Required: Your responses to the Online Occupational Questionnaire (This is completed automatically during the apply online process)
  - Required: one page cover letter
  - Required: Your resume cannot exceed two pages - you will be deemed ineligible and receive no further consideration if your resume exceeds two pages - see USAJOBS for formatting requirements . Include relevant employment history as outlined below for each job:


• Official position title (if Federal, include series/grade),


• Employer name and contact information,


• Start and end dates (for full consideration you must include month, day, and year),


• Indicate full-time or number of hours worked per week if part-time, and

A list of duties performed and accomplishments.

• Required, if applicable - To get Veterans' Preference, you must indicate your preference in response to the appropriate question in your assessment questionnaire and you must submit the appropriate supporting documentation. See the \"How you will be Evaluated\" section for details regarding what is appropriate Veterans' Preference documentation. It is also recommended that you include veterans' preference information in your cover letter or resume.

Resumes will not be accepted by fax or regular mail.

Applicants should familiarise 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.

Applicants should familiarise 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 $85,573 to $197,100 which includes 30.52% locality pay.

Number of Positions

1

Travel

Occasional travel within and outside the District will be required

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