Assistant United States Attorney (Border Wall)

Summary

Our mission is to enforce the law and defend the interests of the United States, provide Federal leadership in preventing and controlling crime, seek just punishment for those guilty of unlawful behavior, and ensure fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans. We strive to build a stronger office through recruitment efforts and by promoting professional development. We seek to further build on the legacy of excellence built by those who have come before us.

Duties

• The U.S. Attorney's Office is currently seeking to fill Assistant United States Attorney (AUSA) positions in our San Antonio, Texas office to perform legal work pertaining to the establishment of the Border Wall. If selected, the individual will be working on land condemnation matters and related cases mostly involving the border with Mexico. Duties will include owner and witness interviews, confirming land titles, property negotiations, and federal eminent domain litigation among other things. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress. 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.

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. United States citizenship is required. Preferred Qualifications: Strong academic credentials; sound judgment; experienced in Texas property law, real estate, and/or title work; exercises careful attention to detail in all work product; exceptional organizational, time management, and interpersonal skills; demonstrates initiative and can manage responsibilities independently while also collaborating effectively within a team environment; superior legal research and writing skills; strong ability to quickly analyze complex case issues with accuracy and precision; demonstrated commitment to professionalism, ethics, civility, and public service. Successful candidates will be technologically proficient in standard office productivity software, familiar with navigating online public record databases, and possess strong presentation development and delivery skills. You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.

Education

Applicants must possess a J.D. Degree.

How to apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 09/08/2026 to receive consideration. 1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire. 2. Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package. (It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation are submitted prior to the closing date.) 3. To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete. You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application. However, should you not be able to apply online, please contact Western District of Texas at 2103847273 or email at [email protected], prior to the closing date of this announcement to request an alternate method of applying. The Point of Contact for this vacancy announcement is Western District of Texas who can be reached at 2103847273 or [email protected]