Assistant Attorney; Criminal

Hiring Organization

USAO Southern District of Texas

Hiring Office

Attorney Appointment Type

Attorney Permanent

Job

27-SDTX--AUSA

Location:

U.S. Attorney’s Office

Final date to receive applications

Saturday, January 9, 2027

The Southern District of Texas (SDTX) sits at the front line of the most consequential legal work in America: securing our border, dismantling narcotics trafficking networks, holding fraudsters who steal from the public accountable, and taking violent criminals off the streets. If you want a legal career that matters—not just a job that pays—this is it.

As an Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) in SDTX, you won’t sit on the sidelines or wait years to cut your teeth leading major cases and investigations. You’ll be in courtrooms across from one of the busiest, most dynamic districts in the country, carrying a fast-paced, varied caseload from day one. And you’ll do it in the furtherance of the Department of Justice’s mission to enforce federal law, defend the interests of the United States, and ensure justice is administered impartially for every American.

This work is hard, and the hiring process is rigorous. We’re looking for prosecutors—both aspiring and experienced— with sound judgment, grit, and an unwavering commitment to the rule of law. In return, you’ll join a team doing some of the most important public-service work in the country: protecting the life, liberty, and property of your fellow citizens.

For more information on the Department of Justice and the U.S. Attorney’s Office, visit: http://www.justice.gov/careers/careers.html http://www.justice.gov/usao-sdtx

Take on high-stakes federal cases in one of the nation's largest and busiest U.S. Attorney's Offices. SDTX spans 43 counties, 44,000 square miles, and 10 million citizens from Houston to the U.S.

-Mexico border. As an AUSA, you’ll join the elite ranks of federal prosecutors to manage complex litigation, pursue justice, and defend the rule of law. This is a mission for attorneys ready to take action and make a difference.

This position is located in Laredo, Texas
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The Southern District of Texas (SDTX) is on the front lines of some of the most consequential legal battles in America. From dismantling sophisticated criminal networks and securing our border to combating fraud, protecting federal interests, and defending the rule of law in court, our work has real consequences for the safety, security, and prosperity of the American people.

As an Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) in SDTX, you won’t spend years waiting for meaningful responsibility. You’ll tackle high-stakes cases, lead complex investigations and litigation, and represent the United States in federal court. You’ll confront difficult legal questions, sharpen your advocacy, and take on challenges that demand sound judgment, intellectual rigor, and courage. In one of the nation's largest, busiest, and most dynamic federal districts, your work will advance the Department of Justice's mission to enforce federal law, defend the interests of the United States, and ensure that justice is administered impartially.

The work is demanding. The stakes are real. The standards are high. We’re looking for attorneys—both aspiring and experienced—with grit, integrity, sound judgment, and an unwavering commitment to the Constitution and the rule of law. In return, you’ll have the opportunity to serve alongside dedicated professionals, take ownership of consequential matters, and make a tangible difference in the lives of your fellow Americans.

This is more than a job. It's a chance to put your legal skills to the test, shoulder responsibility when it matters, and serve a mission greater than…