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Assistant United States Attorney (Criminal Division)
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United States Attorney's Office (USAO)
Hiring Office
Northern District of Mississippi
Attorney Appointment Type
Attorney Permanent
Job ID
26-MSN-12829643-AUSA
Location:
900 Jefferson Avenue
Oxford , MS 38655 - United States
Application Deadline:
Thursday, November 20, 2025
About the Office
The United States Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Mississippi covers 37 counties. Our office prosecutes federal criminal offenses and represents the interests of the United States in civil cases within the Northern District of Mississippi. We place a high value on diversity of experience and cultural perspective and encourage applications from trial attorneys from all ethnic groups, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Our headquarters office is located in Oxford, MS with unstaffed offices in Aberdeen and Greenville, MS.
This vacancy is located in Oxford, MS. The beautiful City of Oxford is located in Lafayette County in the north central portion of Mississippi and is the home of the University of Mississippi . With a vibrant well-diverse population of 26,716, Oxford, Mississippi is notably home to University of Mississippi and has been named by USA Today as one of the top six college towns in the nation. In addition to its' collegiate connections, Oxford exudes a welcoming southern charm and is ranked within " The Best 100 Small Towns in America". Oxford also offers 5-star rated City and County school systems, abundant family-oriented recreational and dining options.
Additional information about our office is available at https://www.justice.gov/usao-ndms
Job Description
The Northern District of Mississippi is accepting applications for an Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) position in its Criminal Division. Attorneys in the Criminal Division are responsible for the prosecution of a variety of crimes under federal law including violent crime, fraud, public corruption, illegal immigration, child pornography, human trafficking, drug violations, firearms violations, terrorism and asset forfeiture. 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 (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least 3 years post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience.
Proof of active bar membership is required.
United States citizenship is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Strong academic credentials, superior legal research and writing skills, quick analytical ability to accurately and precisely articulate critical case-related issues, courtroom experience, good interpersonal skills, the ability to work in a supportive and professional team environment with client agencies, support staff and other attorneys, and a demonstrated commitment to public service.
The ideal candidate will have three or more years of post-J.D. experience litigating cases with substantial responsibility for all aspects of discovery and trial.
Application Process
All application materials must be submitted via USAJOBS vacancy announcement: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/849725800
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 conflicts of interest or disqualification issues that may need to be addressed under those circumstances.
Salary
Salary Information: Assistant United States Attorney's pay is administratively determined based, in part, on the number of years of professional attorney experience. The range of basic pay is $73,939 to $193,394 which includes the 17.06% locality pay.
United States Attorney's Office (USAO)
Hiring Office
Northern District of Mississippi
Attorney Appointment Type
Attorney Permanent
Job ID
26-MSN-12829643-AUSA
Location:
900 Jefferson Avenue
Oxford , MS 38655 - United States
Application Deadline:
Thursday, November 20, 2025
About the Office
The United States Attorney’s Office for the Northern District of Mississippi covers 37 counties. Our office prosecutes federal criminal offenses and represents the interests of the United States in civil cases within the Northern District of Mississippi. We place a high value on diversity of experience and cultural perspective and encourage applications from trial attorneys from all ethnic groups, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Our headquarters office is located in Oxford, MS with unstaffed offices in Aberdeen and Greenville, MS.
This vacancy is located in Oxford, MS. The beautiful City of Oxford is located in Lafayette County in the north central portion of Mississippi and is the home of the University of Mississippi . With a vibrant well-diverse population of 26,716, Oxford, Mississippi is notably home to University of Mississippi and has been named by USA Today as one of the top six college towns in the nation. In addition to its' collegiate connections, Oxford exudes a welcoming southern charm and is ranked within " The Best 100 Small Towns in America". Oxford also offers 5-star rated City and County school systems, abundant family-oriented recreational and dining options.
Additional information about our office is available at https://www.justice.gov/usao-ndms
Job Description
The Northern District of Mississippi is accepting applications for an Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) position in its Criminal Division. Attorneys in the Criminal Division are responsible for the prosecution of a variety of crimes under federal law including violent crime, fraud, public corruption, illegal immigration, child pornography, human trafficking, drug violations, firearms violations, terrorism and asset forfeiture. 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 (any U.S. jurisdiction), and have at least 3 years post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience.
Proof of active bar membership is required.
United States citizenship is required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Strong academic credentials, superior legal research and writing skills, quick analytical ability to accurately and precisely articulate critical case-related issues, courtroom experience, good interpersonal skills, the ability to work in a supportive and professional team environment with client agencies, support staff and other attorneys, and a demonstrated commitment to public service.
The ideal candidate will have three or more years of post-J.D. experience litigating cases with substantial responsibility for all aspects of discovery and trial.
Application Process
All application materials must be submitted via USAJOBS vacancy announcement: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/849725800
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 conflicts of interest or disqualification issues that may need to be addressed under those circumstances.
Salary
Salary Information: Assistant United States Attorney's pay is administratively determined based, in part, on the number of years of professional attorney experience. The range of basic pay is $73,939 to $193,394 which includes the 17.06% locality pay.
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