Assistant United States Attorney (Civil)

Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree and be an active member of the bar in any U.S. Jurisdiction by their entry on duty date. Law school graduates and current law students taking the July 2026 bar exam may be considered. U.S. Citizenship is required.

• J.D. degree (or equivalent) from an accredited law school.
• Active bar membership in any U.S. jurisdiction by entry on duty date.
• Law school graduates and current law students taking the July 2026 bar examination may be considered.
• United States citizenship is required.
• Superior communication and courtroom skills.
• Exceptional research and writing ability.
• Strong interpersonal and professional skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with attorneys, support staff, and client agencies.
• Ability to function in a demanding work environment.
• All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the announcement.

Represent the United States as primary counsel in civil litigation in federal district court.

• Handle defensive litigation under the Federal Tort Claims Act, Administrative Procedures Act, Title VII, and constitutional torts.
• Litigate habeas corpus claims in immigration matters.
• Pursue Affirmative Civil Enforcement (ACE) actions to enforce federal law.
• Conduct hearings, oral arguments, and trials.
• Prepare legal documents including pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Provide legal advice to federal client agencies.
• Collaborate with other AUSAs, support staff, and agency representatives.
• Manage a diverse caseload of civil matters.
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet the needs of the office.

Initial appointment conditioned on satisfactory preemployment adjudication including fingerprint, credit, tax checks, and drug testing.

• Continued employment subject to favorable adjudication of a background investigation.
• Must reside within the district or within 25 miles thereof (per 28 U.S.C. § 545).
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must register with Selective Service or be exempt.
• Must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be an active member of the bar in good standing.

Complete benefits package including paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays.

• Telework eligibility as determined by agency policy.
• Life insurance and health benefits.
• Participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS).
• Access to a range of federal employee benefits.
• Relocation expenses will not be authorized.

This is an open-continuous announcement; applicant lists will be reviewed every two weeks starting July 29, 2026 until vacancies are filled or no later than April 23, 2027.

• Salary is administratively determined based on years of professional attorney experience. For Columbus, GA, the range is $81,160
• $190,431 (includes 23.79% locality pay).
• Telework is eligible as determined by agency policy.
• Political appointees (current or former within last 5 years) must disclose this information to HR.
• The Department of Justice provides reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities; contact the agency if needed.
• Applicants with targeted/severe disabilities may be eligible for direct hire under Schedule A hiring authority.
• All DOJ employees are subject to a residency requirement; candidates who have lived outside the U.S. for two or more of the past five years may have difficulty obtaining clearance.

The Middle District of Georgia is part of the United States Attorney's Office, which represents the federal government in civil and criminal litigation within its jurisdiction. The office is committed to enforcing federal law, protecting the rights of citizens, and ensuring justice is served. This Civil Division AUSA role is central to the office's mission, handling a broad spectrum of civil cases that impact federal agencies and the public. Attorneys in this office work in a collaborative, active work setting dedicated to public service and the rule of law. Middle District of Georgia is named as the hiring organisation for the Assistant United States Attorney (Civil) post.