Criminal Law - Prosecution Attorney in Corpus Christi, TX

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Corpus Christi, TX

Criminal Law - Prosecution Attorney in Corpus Christi, TX

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### Job Title

Assistant United States Attorney

### Job Responsibilities

The Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) role in the Southern District of Texas involves a variety of responsibilities aimed at enforcing federal law and ensuring justice. The AUSA will join the Department of Justice's mission to enforce federal law, defend the interests of the United States, seek just punishment for the guilty, and ensure impartial justice for all Americans. Specific responsibilities include:

- Litigating a broad range of civil cases on behalf of the United States in federal court.
- Handling land condemnation matters and related cases involving the border with Mexico.
- Engaging in frequent courtroom appearances and managing a fast-paced, challenging, and varied caseload.
- Working as part of a team in the Civil Division to enforce federal civil laws that protect life, liberty, and property.
- As experience and training progress, responsibilities will increase and civil assignments may become more complex.

The position may require occasional travel, with an average expectation of 1 to 5 nights per month.

### Education and Experience Information

#### Education

- Applicants must possess a Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school.
- Must be an active member of the bar in any . jurisdiction.

#### Experience

- Applicants must have at least one year of . legal or other relevant experience.
- Preferred experience includes strong academic credentials, superior legal research and writing skills, high-volume courtroom experience, and first-chair jury trial experience.
- Applicants should demonstrate outstanding organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills, and a commitment to professionalism, ethics, civility, and public service.
- Successful candidates should be computer proficient, capable of conducting their own legal research and writing, and self-sufficient in preparing day-to-day correspondence and pleadings.

### Salary Information

The salary for the Assistant United States Attorney position is administratively determined based on the number of years of professional attorney experience. The basic pay range is $63,163 to $165,209, not including locality pay. The Department of Justice also offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

- Paid vacation
- Sick leave
- Holidays
- Life insurance
- Health benefits
- Participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System

Relocation expenses are not authorized for this position.

### Additional Information

This position is open to . Citizens, Nationals, or those who owe allegiance to the . Applicants must be United States Citizens or Nationals and must reside in the district to which appointed or within 25 miles thereof, as per 28 . 545.

All initial attorney positions at the Department of Justice are made on a 14-month temporary basis, pending favorable adjudication of a background investigation. The position is located in Brownsville, Corpus Christi, Laredo, or McAllen, Texas.

### Application Process

Applicants must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit required documentation, including:

- A resume showing relevant experience and dates of employment.
- A cover letter addressed to the United States Attorney, Nicholas J. Ganjei.
- A writing sample of no more than 20 pages demonstrating persuasive writing ability.
- Veterans' Preference documentation, if applicable.

The application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on September 30, 2025. The evaluation process includes a review of qualifications and an attorney interview panel to make recommendations for interviews.

### Equal Employment Opportunity

The United States government is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. The Department of Justice is an equal opportunity employer and encourages qualified applicants with disabilities to apply. Reasonable accommodations are provided to applicants with disabilities as needed.

### Security Requirements

Initial appointment is conditioned upon satisfactory preemployment adjudication, including fingerprint, credit, and tax checks, and drug testing. Continued employment is subject to a favorable adjudication of a background investigation.

### Contact Information

For more information about the position, applicants can contact the Southern District of Texas.