Assistant United States Attorney (Civil), Middle District of Georgia Job in Columbus

Salary: $76,748 - $190,431 per year.

You must have a J.D. Degree and be an active participant of the bar in any U.S. Jurisdiction by their entry on task date. Law school graduates and existing law students taking the July 2026 bar exam may be considered. U.S. Citizenship is called for.

• 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 present law students taking the July 2026 bar examination may be considered.
• United States citizenship is needed.
• Superior communication and courtroom abilities.
• Exceptional research and writing capacity.
• Powerful interpersonal and expert expertise.
• Aptitude to operate collaboratively with attorneys, back workforce, and client agencies.
• Ability to function in a demanding work environment.
• All qualification conditions 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 lawful documents including pleadings, motions, and briefs.
• Offer permitted tips to federal client agencies.
• Collaborate with other AUSAs, aid team, and agency representatives.
• Handle a diverse caseload of civil matters.
• Perform other tasks as assigned to gather the wants of the office.

Initial appointment conditioned on satisfactory preemployment adjudication covering fingerprint, credit, tax reviews, 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 candidates born after December 31, 1959 must register with Selective Offering or be exempt.
• Must meet all qualification needs by the closing date.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be an active participant of the bar in solid standing.

Wrap up gains package such as paid vacation, sick depart, 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 variety of federal employee benefits.
• Relocation expenses won’t be approved.

Your complete application package is reviewed to confirm you encounter all post conditions.

• An attorney meeting panel reviews all qualified candidates and recommends candidates for meeting.
• You’ll be notified if selected for an interview.
• Veterans' preference is considered as a positive element; indicate preference in the questionnaire and hand in supporting documentation.
• The occupational questionnaire takes about 20 minutes to finish.
• Final position present expected within 120 days after the closing date.

Responses to the Online Occupational Questionnaire (wrapped up during register workflow).

• Resume (not to exceed two pages) covering formal position title, employer label and contact, kick off/finish dates (month/day/year), full-time or hours per week, and lineup of responsibilities.
• Set of references.
• Copy of active bar membership, in good standing.
• Lawful writing sample (not to exceed 25 pages).
• One-page include letter highlighting qualifications and rationales for hiring.
• If suitable: SF-50 showing title, series, grade, and existing pay; and most new performance appraisal.
• If claiming veterans' preference: DD-214, SF-15, and supporting documentation.
• Optional: Copy of authorized transcript confirming J.D. Degree.

Unseal the formal submission portal and with your the authorized submission portal/Login.gov account.

• Finalize the federal submission questionnaire (occupational questionnaire).
• Attach your federal resume and all called for documents (view Needed Documents section).
• Assess your submission to make sure all responses and documents are included.
• Send in your submission package by 11:59 PM (ET) on January 26, 2027.

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

• Salary is administratively determined based on years of skilled attorney expertise. For Columbus, GA, the span is $81,160
• $190,431 (includes 23.79% locality pay).
• Telework is eligible as determined by agency policy.
• Political appointees (present or former within last 5 years) must disclose this information to HR.
• The Department of Justice offers sensible accommodation for candidates with disabilities; contact the agency if needed.
• Candidates with targeted/severe disabilities may be eligible for frank take on 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 public sector in civil and criminal litigation within its jurisdiction. The office is committed to enforcing federal law, protecting the rights of citizens, and making sure justice is served. This Civil Division AUSA role is central to the office's mission, handling a extensive spectrum of civil cases that influence federal agencies and the public. Attorneys in this office work in a collaborative, active perform setting dedicated to public solution and the rule of law. Middle District of Georgia is named as the hiring organization for the Assistant United States Attorney (Civil) post.

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