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Assistant United States Attorney- Health Care Fraud

District of Colorado
Denver, CO Other
POSTED ON 10/13/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/20/2026
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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

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 1 year post-J.D. legal or other relevant experience.

United States citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications:
Highly desired are: excellent writing, speaking, and analytical skills; interest in and dedication to public service; interest in handling a wide variety of challenging cases on behalf of the United States of America; and the ability to work well both independently and on teams.

You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.



Responsibilities:

Please note: This is a term position not-to-exceed March 6, 2028. This position may be extended, or made permanent, without further advertising.

The United States Attorney's Office for the District of Colorado, is seeking applicants from qualified attorneys to fill a vacancy as a Health Care Fraud (HCF) Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA). The incumbent will serve as an AUSA in the Criminal Division, as such, will conduct, monitor investigations, prepare for and conduct trials, and advise on pleadings and other court filings.

Generally, as a HCF AUSA in the Criminal Division, the incumbent:
  • Handles the development and management of HCF prosecutions. Engages in all phases of investigation and litigation, including, but not limited to, the use of grand jury, advising federal law enforcement agents, preparing appropriate pleadings, litigating motions, and conducting trials in U.S. District Court;
  • Makes charging decisions and proposes dispositions with regard to assigned cases; and
  • In collaboration with Division managers, develops and maintains the Section's program to foster effective district investigation and prosecution of HCF violations, including advising on strategy and legal complexities, and developing litigation priorities, policy and legislative recommendations
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.

Salary : $85,573

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