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Trial Attorney & SAUSA

U.S. Postal Service · Other Agencies and Independent Organizations

📍 Houston, Texas 💰 $130000 – $198140/yr

Quick Facts

Hiring Agency: U.S. Postal Service
Department: Other Agencies and Independent Organizations
Location: Houston, Texas
Salary: $130000 – $198140/yr
Hiring Path: Public
Number of Openings: 1
Security Clearance: Top Secret
Date Posted: 2026-10-26
Application Deadline: 2026-11-25

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Job Summary

Come join the U.S. Postal Service! The successful candidate serves as Special Assistant U.S. Attorney while litigating mail theft and other complex cases as designated by the Chief Postal Inspector or designee for an assigned division/ geographic region of the U.S. Postal Inspection Service.

Key Responsibilities

Represents the United States Postal Service in the prosecution of federal crimes. Develops and recommends strategies and coordinates the preparation of litigation for mail theft, mail fraud, narcotics violations and other complex cases. Performs all aspects of criminal discovery, motions practice, trials and appeals. Meets with defense attorneys in advance of trial to conduct pre-trial conferences and negotiations.

Works closely with postal inspectors and other law enforcement agents, witnesses and victims during criminal investigations, trial preparation and all phases of litigation. Conducts legal research. Prepares memoranda and briefs on questions of law. Prepares pleadings.

Requirements & Education

Applicants must have a Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school. Qualified applicants must be a current licensed member in good standing with any State Bar.

Benefits

The salary will be based on previous experience, and current postal pay policies. We offer excellent benefits including health and life insurance, retirement plan, savings/investment plan with employer contribution, flexible spending, flextime scheduling of core work hours, annual and sick leave.

Full federal benefits details →

Contact

Talent@usps.gov · 202-934-1090

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with U.S. Postal Service, Other Agencies and Independent Organizations.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $130000 – $198140/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Top Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-25.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.

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