Hiring Organization
USAO Eastern District of North Carolina
Hiring Office
Appellate
Attorney Appointment Type
Attorney Permanent
Job ID
26-NCE -12995798-AUSA
Location:
150 Fayetteville Street, Ste. 2100
Raleigh, NC 27601 - United States
Application Deadline:
Friday, July 10, 2026
About the Office
The United States Attorney's Office (USAO) for the Eastern District of North Carolina (EDNC) is a unit of the Department of Justice, with its headquarters office in Raleigh and a smaller, satellite office on the coast in Wilmington. The USAO is led by the United States Attorney, who serves as the chief federal law enforcement official in the District. EDNC is the largest of three districts in the state. EDNC is comprised of 44 counties, and the population is more than 4 million. Joining EDNC will enable you to use your talent, energy and creativity to promote justice and make a difference in a vibrant region of the country that is also a great place to live.
North Carolina is known for its mild weather and natural beauty with an average annual temperature of about 60 degrees Fahrenheit and four distinct seasons. Raleigh is ideally situated - providing access to the renowned beaches of the Outer Banks and picturesque Appalachian Mountains of Western North Carolina within a two- to three-hour drive. Staying local, Raleigh boasts more than 9,000 acres of parkland and 1,300 acres of water. A nationally acclaimed greenway system spans more than 180 miles, providing walking, jogging and hiking trails. For more information about the office, visit. www.visitraleigh.com .
Assistant U.S Attorneys prosecute a wide variety of federal crime, including breaches of national security, child exploitation, public corruption, transnational organized crime, and violent crime. The position currently being filled will investigate white collar crime, with a specific focus upon healthcare fraud, other federal program fraud, and money laundering. Candidates with an interest or prior background in white collar investigations or prosecutions are encouraged to apply. The chosen candidate will work in the Economic Crimes Section of the office alongside other experienced white-collar prosecutors, auditors, and investigators. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.
This position is located in Raleigh North Carolina.
Job Description
The United States Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of North Carolina is seeking an outstanding attorney to serve as an Assistant United States Attorney in the Appellate Division in Raleigh. The Appellate Division is responsible for representing the United States in criminal appeals before the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit and for providing the Office legal guidance on complex and significant issues of federal criminal law. Attorneys in the Division prepare and file appellate briefs and present oral argument before the Fourth Circuit addressing a wide range of matters including constitutional challenges to convictions, statutory issues of first impression, sentencing challenges, and appeals from trials. Appellate AUSAs also advise the United States Attorney and criminal AUSAs on emerging legal issues, ensure consistency in the Office's legal positions, and contribute to the development of federal criminal law within the Circuit.
Additional responsibilities may be assigned as required to meet the operational needs of the Office. With continued training and experience, you will assume more advanced duties and increasingly complex assignments.
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.
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.
Conditions 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.
You must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.
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.
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.
Preferred Qualifications: Preferred candidates will demonstrate the ability to produce clear, well-reasoned written work under time constraints and will exhibit strong analytical, research, and writing skills. Applicants should possess sound judgment, professionalism, and the ability to present complex legal issues effectively in both written and oral form. Preferred experience includes federal judicial clerkships, particularly at the appellate level; federal appellate practice; federal criminal litigation; or significant legal writing experience performed under deadlines. Successful candidates will demonstrate a commitment to the highest standards of professional conduct and to the mission of the United States Attorney's Office.
You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.
Education: Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree.
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 $94,170.00 to $197,100.00 which includes 22.24% 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.
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Travel: Occasional travel is required.
Type of Position
Political Appointees (Current and Former): Political Appointees (Current or Former): The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) must authorize employment offers made to current or former political appointees. If you are currently, or have been within the last 5 years, a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non-Career SES employee in the Executive Branch, you must disclose this information to the HR Office. Failure to disclose this information could result in disciplinary action including removal from Federal Service.
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/Policy: 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. More information can be found here: https://www.justice.gov/jmd/media/1425556/dl?inline.
Application Process
Applications must be submitted with required documents online through USAJobs at this link: https://www.usajobs.gov/job/874597300 .
Application Package includes:
Required: Your responses to the Online Occupational Questionnaire (This is completed automatically during the apply online process).
Required: Your resume cannot exceed two pages - you will be deemed ineligible and receive no further consideration if your resume exceeds two pages - see USAJOBS for formatting requirements . Include relevant employment history as outlined below for each job:
Official position title (if Federal, include series/grade),
Employer name and contact information,
Start and end dates (for full consideration you must include month, day, and year),
Indicate full-time or number of hours worked per week if part-time, and
A list of duties performed and accomplishments.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
To receive consideration, your application package (in USAJOBs) must be submitted prior to closing deadline: 07/10/2026 at 11:59 PM (ET).
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.
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
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 $94,170.00 to $197,100.00 which includes 22.24% locality pay.
