Closing Date: 7th November, 2025
Description:
Summary:The mission of the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of North Carolina is to pursue justice as we represent the United States in civil and criminal litigation in the most effective and efficient manner possible; to provide leadership in our interaction with all federal, state and local law enforcement and to serve as a liaison between them; and to foster public trust and confidence in law enforcement and the federal judicial system.
Duties:
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 positions currently being filled will investigate and prosecute cases involving illegal immigration, illegal trafficking of dangerous drugs and human beings, and targeting the Cartels and Transitional Criminal Organizations designated as Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs) and Specially Designated Global Terrorists (SDGTs).
Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress.
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.
Raleigh is part of what is known as Research Triangle Park. Raleigh, Wake County and the Triangle frequently top national and international rankings as one of the best places to live and work and has one of the hottest job markets in the country. Wake County Schools has one of the highest concentrations of top-ranked public schools in the state according to Public School Review. The entire Triangle region boasts 18 colleges, universities and community colleges, including Duke University, North Carolina State University and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. It is also home to three Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) - St. Augustine's University, Shaw University and North Carolina Central University.
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 and the nicest, most welcoming people in the world.www.visitraleigh.com
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.
Requirements:
Conditions of Employment:
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: Include Clerkship and felony jury trial experience. Applicants must also demonstrate superior analytical ability; have strong research, writing, and courtroom skills; independently exercise fair and sound judgment; follow all Department of Justice and United States Attorney's Office policies; exhibit the ability to work in a supportive and professional manner with other attorneys, support staff, and law enforcement agencies; interact professionally and effectively with opposing counsel; handle matters in court persuasively and justly on behalf of the United States of America; and be devoted to excellence. United States citizenship is required.
You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.
Education:
Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree
Additional Information:
Salary Information: Assistant U.S Attorney's pay is administratively determined based, in part, on the number of years of professional attorney experience. The range of basic pay is $63,163.00 to $165,209.00 plus 22.24% Locality Pay for Raliegh, NC or 17.06% for Wilmington, NC.
Other Benefits: The Department of Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part paid vacation, sick leave; holidays; 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.
This and other vacancy announcements can be found under Attorney Vacancies (http://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/attorneys-vacancies) and Volunteer Legal Internships (http://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/volunteer-internship-opportunities). The Department of Justice cannot control further dissemination and/or posting of information contained in this vacancy announcement. Such posting and/or dissemination is not an endorsement by the Department of the organization or group disseminating and/or posting the information.
Travel: Employment will require occasional travel to court at designated sites within and outside the Eastern District of North Carolina. Travel is also required for witness interviews, preparation for court hearings, and training.
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 conflict of interest or disqualification issue that may need to be addressed under those circumstances.
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: 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.
Additional Information:
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Benefits:
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.
Raleigh is part of what is known as Research Triangle Park. Raleigh, Wake County and the Triangle frequently top national and international rankings as one of the best places to live and work and has one of the hottest job markets in the country. Wake County Schools has one of the highest concentrations of top-ranked public schools in the state according to Public School Review. The entire Triangle region boasts 18 colleges, universities and community colleges, including Duke University, North Carolina State University and the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. It is also home to three Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) - St. Augustine's University, Shaw University and North Carolina Central University.
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 and the nicest, most welcoming people in the world.www.visitraleigh.com
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.
Requirements:
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: Include Clerkship and felony jury trial experience. Applicants must also demonstrate superior analytical ability; have strong research, writing, and courtroom skills; independently exercise fair and sound judgment; follow all Department of Justice and United States Attorney's Office policies; exhibit the ability to work in a supportive and professional manner with other attorneys, support staff, and law enforcement agencies; interact professionally and effectively with opposing counsel; handle matters in court persuasively and justly on behalf of the United States of America; and be devoted to excellence. United States citizenship is required.
You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.
Education:
Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree
Additional Information:
Salary Information: Assistant U.S Attorney's pay is administratively determined based, in part, on the number of years of professional attorney experience. The range of basic pay is $63,163.00 to $165,209.00 plus 22.24% Locality Pay for Raliegh, NC or 17.06% for Wilmington, NC.
Other Benefits: The Department of Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part paid vacation, sick leave; holidays; 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.
This and other vacancy announcements can be found under Attorney Vacancies (http://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/attorneys-vacancies) and Volunteer Legal Internships (http://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/volunteer-internship-opportunities). The Department of Justice cannot control further dissemination and/or posting of information contained in this vacancy announcement. Such posting and/or dissemination is not an endorsement by the Department of the organization or group disseminating and/or posting the information.
Travel: Employment will require occasional travel to court at designated sites within and outside the Eastern District of North Carolina. Travel is also required for witness interviews, preparation for court hearings, and training.
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 conflict of interest or disqualification issue that may need to be addressed under those circumstances.
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: 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.
Additional Information:
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
Benefits:
A career with the U.S. government provides employees wit