Assistant United States Attorney

Department of Justice Executive Office for U.S. Attorneys and the Office of the U.S. Attorneys (190 current openings) Denver, Colorado Full-time Security Clearance: Other
Application Deadline:
2026-08-17
Posted:
2026-07-27

5 days left to apply

Salary: $91,941 – $197,100 per year (AD-23)

Salary context

Based on 293 annual-salary jobs in the same occupational series. This role pays around the middle of similar positions.

Job Details

Qualifications & Requirements

Required Qualifications: Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree, be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least 3 year of post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience. United States citizenship is required. Preferred Qualifications: The successful applicant will have the following: (1) excellent judgment and a strong work ethic; (2) the ability to work independently and efficiently; (3) the ability to work collaboratively and professionally with other lawyers and staff; and (4) outstanding skills in legal analysis, research, and writing. You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.

Position Overview

For more information on the Department of Justice, visit http://www.justice.gov/careers/careers.html For more information on the United States Attorney's Office, District of Colorado, visit http://www.usdoj.gov/usao/co/ As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement. This position is located in Denver, Colorado

Duties

  • The U.S. Attorney's Office is currently interviewing for an Appellate AUSA position. As an AUSA in the Appellate Division the attorney will represent the United States in criminal and civil cases before the United States Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit. The AUSA also will handle district court actions filed by federal prisoners under 28 U.S.C. § 2255. Additionally, the AUSA will be required to provide support to lawyers in the Criminal and Civil Divisions. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress. Residency Requirements: Assistant United States Attorneys generally must reside in the district to which he or she is appointed or within 25 miles thereof. See 28 U.S.C. 545 for district-specific information. 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.