Assistant Attorney; Civil

Summary

The District of Delaware comprises the entire state of Delaware, which has a population of slightly more than 1 million residents. The State consists of three counties (New Castle, Kent, and Sussex). Three‑quarters of the population resides in New Castle County. The largest metropolitan area is Wilmington, in which the U.S. Attorney’s Office is located. The office prosecutes federal crimes and represents the interests of the United States in civil cases.

Opening dates: 12/12/2025 – 01/23/2026.

$102,858 to $191,166 per year (includes locality pay).

Wilmington, DE (1 vacancy).

Permanent.

Full‑time.

Excepted.

0905 Attorney.

No.

Not Required.

Yes.

Occasional travel – may be required.

No.

The public: U.S. citizens, nationals, or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

All United States Citizens and Nationals.

The assistant U.S. Attorney (AUSA) in the Civil Division will represent the United States in civil actions involving the U.S., serving as primary counsel in judicial proceedings such as hearings, oral arguments, and trials in district court and appeals. The role includes substantial legal research and writing at trial and appellate levels. Responsibilities will increase as training and experience advance.

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

• Generally must reside within the district or within 25 miles thereof.

• Male applicants born after 12/31/1959 must certify registration or exemption.

• Must be a United States Citizen or National.
• Initial appointment conditioned upon satisfactory pre‑employment adjudication.
• Must be registered for Selective Service if applicable.
• J.D. degree and active membership in the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction) required.
• Must reside in the district or within 25 miles thereof.

• J.D. degree, active bar member.
• At least 3 years post‑J.D. legal or other relevant experience.
• U.S. citizenship required.

• Civil litigation experience, especially complex federal cases, depositions, and trials.
• Quick analytical ability, strong writing, research, interpersonal skills, and judgment.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work professionally with attorneys, staff, and client agencies.
• Capacity to function with minimal guidance in demanding courtroom and trial settings.

J.D. Degree required.

The Department of Justice offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, telework, life insurance, health benefits, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System.

Relocation expenses will not be authorized.

11:59 PM (ET) on 01/23/2026.

• Responses to the Online Occupational Questionnaire.
• Resume no more than two pages (formatting per USAJOBS).
• Relevant employment history: official position title, employer name and contact, start and end dates, full‑time/part‑time hours, list of duties and accomplishments.

Guidance topics include Criminal history inquiries, Equal Employment Opportunity policy, Financial suitability, New employee probationary period, Privacy Act, Reasonable accommodation policy, Selective Service, False statements, and Social security number request.

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.

James Abrusci

Phone: 302‑573‑6229

Email: james.abrusci

Address:
District of Delaware, 1313 N. Market St., Wilmington, DE 19801, US.

We will notify you of the outcome after each recruitment step. Final job offer expected within 120 days after the closing date.