Department of Justice agencies post job announcements directly to USAJobs.gov – the one-stop source for Federal jobs and employment opportunities sponsored by the U.S. Office of Personnel Management.
USAJobs.gov allows you to search for openings by location or keyword. You can also search for openings within a specific Department of Justice agency. Become a My USAJobs Member to post and create a resume, apply to Federal Government jobs, and receive automated job alerts.
Attorneys and law students interested in working for the “Nation’s Litigator” may visit the Office of Attorney Recruitment and Management for more information on career opportunities with the Department of Justice.
Attorney/Law Student Recruitment and Hiring202-514-3396 24 hour recorded information line
202-616-2113 (TDD)
Each fall, the Department hires law students for entry-level attorney positions following graduation through the Attorney General's Honors Program. This highly competitive program is the only way that the Department hires entry-level attorneys.
The Attorney General's Honors Program
Be a special agent with the Department of Justice. This exciting, challenging, and rewarding job is for the physically and mentally tough. Each day is different, and each day gives you a chance to serve your country.
ATF Special Agents
202-648-9100
DEA Special Agents
800-332-4288
In addition to posting their vacancies on USAJobs.gov, some Department of Justice agencies discuss career opportunities and list vacancies on their web sites.
Office of Justice Programs
202-307-0730 (Relay Center 202-855-1000)
ATF Jobs
202-648-7300
Some Department vacancy announcements allow you to apply on-line through Avue Digital Services, Inc. (ADS).