Assistant Prosecuting Attorney Jobs in Wisconsin

Hiring Organization

USAO District of Montana

Hiring Office

Criminal Division

Attorney Appointment Type

Attorney Permanent

Job ID

2026-MT-13046920-AUSA

Location: MT - United States

Location: MT - United States Application Deadline: Friday, October 9, 2026

About the Office

The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of Montana is considered a medium-sized district and has offices located in Billings, Butte, Great Falls, Helena and Missoula. The Criminal Division prosecutes a wide range of federal cases involving immigration, terrorism, domestic and international narcotics distribution, illegal fi rearm possession, violent crime, child exploitation/child pornography, human trafficking, organized crime, complex securities and fraud cases, health care fraud, and public corruption. Those matters include the prosecution of violent crimes and other cases on most of Montana’s Native American Reservations, including homicide, sexual and non-sexual assault, burglary, drug distribution, and fraud.

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Montana is seeking experienced, motivated, and prosecution-oriented attorneys to join its Criminal Division. Positions are available in Missoula, Billings, Helena, and Great Falls. The is an Open Continuous Announcement. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, so qualified candidates who apply early have an advantage.

Job Description

As Assistant U.S. Attorneys in the Criminal Division, the selected candidates will be responsible for prosecuting federal offenses. Case assignments will depend on the candidate’s experience, interests, and the needs of the district, and may include matters such as drug trafficking, child exploitation, gang activity, illegal firearms offenses, unlawful immigration, national and border security violations, elder abuse, cybercrime, intellectual property theft, financial crimes, and a wide range of fraud and corruption cases (including government, health care, banking, securities, corporate, federal procurement, bankruptcy, and federal tax offenses). The district also seeks candidates who are passionate about prosecuting violent crimes against victims, including domestic violence occurring in Indian Country. These prosecutors will work closely with federal, state, local, and tribal law enforcement agencies to investigate criminal activity, research and brief complex legal issues, and represent the United States in hearings, trials, and appeals.

Day-to-day responsibilities include working with law enforcement agencies and others to investigate allegations of criminal conduct, researching legal issues, drafting motions or motion responses, drafting search warrants, appearing before grand juries and in Court, and other litigation related duties. Responsibilities will increase and assignments will become more complex as your training and experience progress. Out-of-district candidates are encouraged to articulate their interest in the District of Montana in their cover letter.

Qualifications

Applicants must possess a J.D. degree (or equivalent) and be an active member of the bar (any U.S. jurisdiction) by their entry on duty date. Proof of an active bar membership and copy of Diploma are highly encouraged.

United States citizenship is required.

You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.

AUSA pay is administratively determined based, in part, on the number of years of professional attorney experience. The range of annual pay is $76,748 to $200,743, which includes 17.06% locality pay.

Number of Positions

5

Travel

Some travel will be required. AUSA's can expect to travel 1-5 nights a month.

Relocation Expenses

Relocation expenses will not be authorized.

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