Since 1953, the Attorney General's Honors Program has been recognized as the nation's premier entry-level federal attorney recruitment program. The Department of Justice leads the nation in ensuring the protection of all Americans while preserving their constitutional freedoms. As a Justice attorney, you'll be a member of a team where you can achieve your career goals and apply your skills and talents to our important mission.
Summary
Since 1953, the Attorney General's Honors Program has been recognized as the nation's premier entry-level federal attorney recruitment program. The Department of Justice leads the nation in ensuring the protection of all Americans while preserving their constitutional freedoms. As a Justice attorney, you'll be a member of a team where you can achieve your career goals and apply your skills and talents to our important mission.
Some positions are time-limited (24 to 36 months).
Citizenship: U.S. citizens and qualifying non-U.S. citizens who meet immigration and appropriations law criteria may apply. The appointment of non-U.S. citizens is subject to strict security requirements and is extremely rare. Applicants who hold dual citizenship in the U.S. and another country will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Some positions are open only to U.S. citizens.
Incoming hires must have a law degree (J.D. or equivalent) and be eligible for admission to the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction) at the time of entry on duty.
Additional information
As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service.
Suitability : Entrance on duty is contingent upon completion of a pre-employment security investigation and suitability review. It is the policy of the Department to achieve a drug-free workplace and persons selected for employment will be required to pass a drug test that screens for illegal drug use prior to final appointment. Applicants for some hiring offices (e.g., National Security Division, Federal Bureau of Investigation) must be eligible to obtain and retain a TOP SECRET security clearance at the time of the appointment. Security clearance requirements vary by hiring office.
Locations : Although not identified above under specific locations, the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) will hire nine Honors Program attorneys for placement at Immigration Courts nationwide. The Indian Country Fellowship will hire one Fellow for a U.S. Attorney's Office in Indian Country; and the U.S. Trustee Program will hire for multiple cities nationwide. Moving and/or relocation expenses are not authorized. See https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/honors-program-participating-components.
USAO Residency Requirement : If hired by a U.S. Attorney's Office, following appointment, Assistant U.S. Attorneys generally must reside in the district to which they are appointed. See 28 U.S.C. 545 for district-specific information.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
A career with the U.S. Government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. See the Department's web page at https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/attorney-salaries-promotions-and-benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Each participating hiring office independently selects interview candidates based on many elements of a candidate's background, including academics, writing and oral advocacy skills, demonstrated interest in public service, and employment experience. In addition, each hiring office considers the applicants qualifications as they relate to its specific mission or legal practice areas. See https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/application-tips-and-checklist.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
A career with the U.S. Government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. See the Department's web page at https://www.justice.gov/legal-careers/attorney-salaries-promotions-and-benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Applications for this program are processed through an on-line applicant assessment system that has been specifically configured for Department of Justice by Avue Digital Services (AVUE). Even if you have already developed a resume in USAJOBS, you must access this on-line system to apply: https://www.avuedigitalservices.com/casting/aiportal/control/mainmenu?agency=dojoarm.
Office of Attorney Recruitment & Management
450 5th Street N.W. Suite 10200
Washington, Dist of Columbia 20530
US
Next steps
Applicants selected for interviews will see a status change on their online application. The Office of Attorney Recruitment and Management will email applicants who have been selected for an interview with instructions on how to proceed. Applicants not selected for an interview will receive notification online or by email once all hiring offices have completed their selections.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Applications for this program are processed through an on-line applicant assessment system that has been specifically configured for Department of Justice by Avue Digital Services (AVUE). Even if you have already developed a resume in USAJOBS, you must access this on-line system to apply: https://www.avuedigitalservices.com/casting/aiportal/control/mainmenu?agency=dojoarm.
Office of Attorney Recruitment & Management
450 5th Street N.W. Suite 10200
Washington, Dist of Columbia 20530
US
Next steps
Applicants selected for interviews will see a status change on their online application. The Office of Attorney Recruitment and Management will email applicants who have been selected for an interview with instructions on how to proceed. Applicants not selected for an interview will receive notification online or by email once all hiring offices have completed their selections.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
