Assistant United States Attorney (Civil)Hiring OrganizationUSAO District of MinnesotaHiring OfficeUnited States Attorney's Office - District of MinnesotaAttorney Appointment TypeAttorney PermanentJob ID26-MN-12996765-AUSA-CIVILLocation: 300 S. 4th Street, Suite 600, Minneapolis, MN 55415 - United StatesApplication Deadline: Friday, July 24, 2026About the OfficeThe United States Attorney's Office for the District of Minnesota serves the entire state of Minnesota, with offices located in Minneapolis and St. Paul. The Criminal Division prosecutes a wide range of federal cases including violent crime, Indian Reservation crimes, organized crime, narcotics, fraud, public corruption, national security, and cybercrime. The Civil Division handles a variety of civil cases, including healthcare and procurement fraud, civil rights enforcement, constitutional challenges, environmental defense, financial litigation, bankruptcy, asset forfeiture, immigration, and employment discrimination. Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs) in both divisions litigate matters in the United States District Court for the District of Minnesota and the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals.This position is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. As needed, additional positions may be filled using this announcement.Job DescriptionThe Civil Division of the United States Attorney's Office for the District of Minnesota seeks a civil litigator who is interested in public service and working in federal court as an Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA). The role offers variety; the AUSA will work across numerous case types representing the United States in affirmative and defensive postures. The ideal candidate will be a generalist, specializing in federal‑court litigation on behalf of the government while working on many different kinds of cases.Constitutional: defend the United States in cases involving constitutional challenges to federal statutes and regulations;Medical malpractice: defend government agencies and employees in complex medical malpractice cases;Affirmative fraud/environmental/civil rights: bring complex affirmative fraud, environmental, and civil rights cases;Immigration: represent the United States in cases involving immigration benefits and enforcement;Administrative law: defend challenged decisions made by a wide variety of federal government agencies;Employment/tort/habeas: defend the United States in a broad variety of employment discrimination, tort, and prisoner habeas cases;Asset forfeiture: bring asset forfeiture cases to obtain assets used in or acquired through illegal activities; andFinancial: represent the interests of the United States in bankruptcy proceedings, property‑related matters, and to return money to crime victims.Applicants are encouraged to highlight particular areas of interest in their application materials.AUSAs in the Civil Division are responsible for representing the federal government and its agencies and employees in civil litigation in the district. They conduct pre‑trial investigations and handle all aspects of civil litigation, including taking and defending depositions, propounding and answering discovery, engaging in motions practice, trying cases, negotiating settlements, and handling appeals. AUSAs work independently and in teams with other AUSAs and federal government agencies. The most qualified applicant will have civil litigation experience.In all matters, our mission is to represent the people of the United States in a manner that instills confidence in the fairness and integrity of our office and the judicial system, and to conduct our work with the highest integrity. We strive to perform our mission in the most efficient and effective manner.For all Civil Division AUSAs, responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as training and experience progress.Security Requirements: Initial appointment is conditioned upon a satisfactory pre‑employment adjudication. This includes fingerprint, credit, and tax checks, and drug testing. 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 they are appointed or within 25 miles thereof.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.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 five 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.QualificationsThe ideal candidate will be a generalist, specializing in federal court litigation on behalf of the government while working across many different kinds of cases.The following attributes are key to success in this role: dedication to public service, a strong work ethic and commitment to excellence, an ability to work across multiple case types, an interest in continuous learning, strong writing and oral advocacy skills, and integrity, discretion, and humility.Required Qualifications:Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree and be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction).You must be a United States Citizen.You must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.Must reside in the district to which appointed or within 25 miles thereof.Preferred Qualifications:Experience litigating cases in federal or state courts, with substantial responsibility for all aspects of investigation, discovery, and trial.Exceptional written and oral advocacy skills.Applicants must also demonstrate the following:Desire to work as an AUSA in the District of Minnesota.Commitment to excellence, strong work ethic, and drive demonstrated through successful teamwork, leadership, overcoming obstacles, and personal, academic, and professional achievement.Quick analytical ability and the facility to articulate critical issues accurately and precisely in a case.Excellent communication and courtroom skills, and the ability to work in a supportive and professional manner with other attorneys, support staff, and partner law‑enforcement agencies.Capacity to function, with minimal guidance, in a highly demanding environment and be substantially self‑sufficient in preparing day‑to‑day correspondence and pleadings.You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.Applications are being accepted via USAJobs at Applications must be submitted by July 24, 2026.Applicants should familiarize themselves and comply with the relevant rules of professional conduct regarding any possible conflicts of interest in connection with their applications. 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.Salary Information: Assistant United States Attorney pay is administratively determined based, in part, on the number of years of professional attorney experience. The range of basic pay is $83,672 to $197,100 which includes 27.62% 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.Number of Positions: FewTravel: Occasional travel required (estimated 1–5 days per month).Relocation Expenses: Relocation expenses may be authorized.#J-18808-Ljbffr