A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States.Secure .gov websites use HTTPS A lock ( LockA locked padlock ) or https:// means you've safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.MENUFind your federal government jobKeywordsLocation or RemoteSearchAssistant United States AttorneyDepartment of JusticeExecutive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. AttorneysThe Middle District of Georgia, US Attorney's OfficePrintShareSaveSummaryThe Middle District of Georgia encompasses 70 of Georgia's 159 counties and covers 25,471 square miles with a population of approximately 2,045,000. The district is home to Moody Air Force Base in Valdosta, Robins Air Force Base in Warner Robins, Fort Benning in Columbus, and the Marine Corps Logistics Base in Albany and has courthouses in Macon, Athens, Albany, Columbus, and Valdosta.SummaryThe Middle District of Georgia encompasses 70 of Georgia's 159 counties and covers 25,471 square miles with a population of approximately 2,045,000. The district is home to Moody Air Force Base in Valdosta, Robins Air Force Base in Warner Robins, Fort Benning in Columbus, and the Marine Corps Logistics Base in Albany and has courthouses in Macon, Athens, Albany, Columbus, and Valdosta.OverviewOpen & closing dates08/22/2025 to 09/05/2025 Salary$73,939 to - $193,394 per yearPay is administratively determined based, in part, on years of professional attorney experience. Salary listed includes a 17.06% locality pay. Pay scale & gradeAD 21Locations2 vacancies in the following locations:Albany, GAMacon, GARemote jobNo Telework eligibleNo Travel RequiredOccasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation expenses reimbursedNo Appointment typePermanent - All initial attorney appointments to the Department of Justice are made on a time-limited (temporary) basis. Temporary appointments may be extended or made permanent without further competition Work scheduleFull-time ServiceExceptedPromotion potential29Job family (Series) Supervisory statusNo Security clearanceDrug testYes Position sensitivity and riskTrust determination process Financial disclosureBargaining unit statusAnnouncement number25-GAM-12787472-AUSA Control number844037900This job is open toClarification from the agencyAll United States Citizens and NationalsDutiesThe United States Attorney's Office for the Middle District of Georgia is seeking applications from experienced attorneys who have a strong criminal prosecution background to fill one or more Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) vacancies in the Criminal Division.Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement.All initial attorney positions to the Department of Justice are made on a 14-month (temporary) basis.RequirementsConditions of employment
You must be a United States Citizen or National.
Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory preemployment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. Continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation.
Selective Service: If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System, or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See www.sss.gov.
J.D. degree and active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction) required.
Must reside in the district to which appointed or within 25 miles thereof. See 28 U.S.C. 545 for district specific information.
QualificationsRequired Qualifications: Applicants must possess a J.D. degree, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction, in good standing), and have at least one (1) year post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience.Preferred Qualifications: Applicants should possess superior communication and courtroom skills, exhibit exceptional research and writing ability, and demonstrate strong interpersonal and professional skills. Applicants must also exhibit the ability to work with other attorneys, support staff and client agencies in a professional manner while being able to function in a highly demanding work environment.You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement in order to receive consideration for this position.EducationApplicants must possess a J.D. Degree.Additional informationSalary Information: Assistant United States Attorney's pay is administratively determined based, in part, on the number of years of professional attorney experience. Salary is $73,939.00 to $193,394.00 which includes 17.06% locality pay.Other Benefits: The Department of Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; telework; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. The Benefits link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal Employees.Relocation Expenses: Relocation expenses will not be authorized.This and other vacancy announcements can be found under and . The Department of Justice cannot control further dissemination and/or posting of information contained in this vacancy announcement. Such posting and/or dissemination is not an endorsement by the Department of the organization or group disseminating and/or posting the information.Applicants should familiarize 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 conflict of interest or disqualification issue that may need to be addressed under those circumstances.Security Requirements: Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory preemployment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, credit and tax checks, and drug testing. In addition, continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation.EEO Statement: The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor. Expand Hide additional informationCandidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.BenefitsA career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. .A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Learn more about federal benefits
