Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys
Assistant United States Attorney
Department of Justice · Multiple Locations
- Salary
- $86,923 - $197,100 per year
- Pay grade
- AD-23
- Schedule
- Full-time
- Appointment
- Permanent
- Opened
- Jul 28, 2026
- Closes
- Nov 30, 2026
- Remote
- No
- Telework eligible
- Yes
- Openings
- 9
- Security clearance
- Not Required
- Promotion potential
- 29
- Announcement
- 26-MA-13022154-AUSA
Who may apply: Open to the public
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Summary
Assistant United States Attorneys prosecute all criminal and civil cases brought by the federal government and defend the United States in civil cases. As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement for other units in the Criminal or Civil Division. This position is located in Boston, MA but additional positions may be filled in Springfield, MA or Worcester, MA.
Duties
- AUSAs in the Criminal Division improve the quality of life for all Massachusetts residents by prosecuting crimes that include terrorism, violent crimes, narcotics trafficking, fraud and other white-collar offenses, civil rights offenses, human trafficking, political corruption, organized crime and an array of other federal criminal offenses. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree, be an active member of the bar in good standing (in any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least 3 years post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience. Preferred Qualifications: Five years of experience practicing criminal law and/or civil litigation, superior academic credentials, and a demonstrated interest in public service. You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.
Education
Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree
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