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Assistant United States Attorney (Criminal)

Northern District of Alabama
Birmingham, AL Other
POSTED ON 4/23/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/3/2026
The Northern District of Alabama is hiring three attorneys for permanent Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) positions in our Criminal Division.

The Northern District of Alabama is a large US Attorney's Office headquartered in Birmingham, with a branch office in Huntsville. This vacancy will be in Birmingham, Alabama.

As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement.

Qualifications:

Successful applicants will be able to work equally well individually and in a team setting and will possess the judgment, skill, and fearlessness necessary to succeed as part of a fast-paced and aggressive prosecution team.

The ideal candidate will be someone with prior criminal litigative experience with a desire for public service and living in the Northern District of Alabama.

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.

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
  • significant criminal trial 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


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



Salary : $83,291

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