Assistant United States Attorney
Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys
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Assistant United States Attorney
Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys
Department of Justice
Location
Augusta, Georgia
Salary
$65,563 - $171,487
per year
Type
Full-Time
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Job Description
Summary
This job is for an Assistant United States Attorney in Augusta, Georgia, where you'll prosecute a wide range of federal crimes like violent offenses, fraud, drug violations, and human trafficking, working closely with law enforcement to build cases and handle trials.
It's ideal for experienced lawyers who enjoy high-stakes criminal work and can manage complex investigations with growing independence.
As you gain skills, your responsibilities will expand to tougher cases.
Key Requirements
- J.D. degree from an accredited law school
- Active membership in the bar of any U.S. jurisdiction
- At least 1 year of post-J.D. legal or relevant experience
- Strong background in criminal prosecution
- United States citizenship
- Ability to lead federal law enforcement in investigations
- Experience with grand jury proceedings and litigation of complex cases
Full Job Description
The United States Attorney's Office (USAO) for the Southern District of Georgia is seeking applications from experienced attorneys who have a strong criminal prosecution background to fill an Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs) vacancy within the Criminal Division in the Augusta, Georgia branch office.
This is an open announcement that will remain open until filled or 4/3/2026. Qualified applicants will be referred to selecting officials at 1-week intervals. 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. Major Duties:
AUSAs in the Criminal Division are responsible for the prosecution of a variety of crimes under federal law including but not limited to violent crime, fraud, public corruption, illegal immigration, possession of child pornography, human trafficking, drug violations, firearms violations, terrorism, and asset forfeiture.
The qualified applicant will be expected to (a) lead federal law enforcement agents in structuring and executing criminal investigative strategies and plans; (b) actively participate in grand jury proceedings, including the introduction of evidence and presentation of witnesses; and (c) litigate cases of moderate to high complexity, from charging to sentencing, with limited supervision.
Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.
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