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U.S. Trustee Program
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This is a public notice flyer. Applications will not be accepted through USA Jobs. If you are interested in applying, please see the official announcement on the DOJs Legal Careers page by following the links below:
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Summary
This is a public notice flyer. Applications will not be accepted through USA Jobs. If you are interested in applying, please see the official announcement on the DOJs Legal Careers page by following the links below:
Learn more about this agency
Overview
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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
05/20/2026 to 06/21/2026
Salary $90,925 - $197,200 per year Pay scale & grade GS 13 - 15
Locations
Many vacancies in the following locations:
Los Angeles, CA
Riverside, CA
Santa Ana, CA
Miami, FL
Show morefewer locations (13)
Tampa, FL
Chicago, IL
Peoria, IL
Indianapolis, IN
South Bend, IN
New Orleans, LA
Boston, MA
Baltimore, MD
Greenbelt, MD
Kings, NY
New York, NY
Cleveland, OH
Austin, TX
Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required 25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-time Service Excepted
Promotion potential
15
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status No Security clearance Not Required Drug test Yes Position sensitivity and risk High Risk (HR)
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure Yes Bargaining unit status No
Announcement number USTP-26-12967932-DE Control number 870113900
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U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
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This is a public notice flyer. Applications will not be accepted through USA Jobs. If you are interested in applying, please see the official announcement on the DOJs Legal Careers page.
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About the Office
The United States Trustee Program (USTP or Program) is a litigating component of the Department of Justice whose mission is to promote the integrity and efficiency of the bankruptcy system for the benefit of all stakeholders, including debtors, creditors, and the public. The Program operates nationwide through twenty-one (21) regions comprised of 82 field office locations and exercises broad administrative, regulatory, and enforcement authority in bankruptcy cases. Its responsibilities extend across chapter 7 and 13 consumer matters, chapter 12 family farmer cases, small business reorganizations, and complex chapter 11 corporate restructurings.
As the only participant in the bankruptcy process with a national footprint and independent oversight mandate, the USTP is uniquely positioned to identify and address multijurisdictional misconduct and other issues of national significance that threaten the integrity of the bankruptcy system. At the same time, the Program remains equipped to respond effectively to local matters involving fraud, abuse, or other practices undermining the fair and efficient administration of bankruptcy cases.
Job Description
The U.S. Trustee Program (USTP) is seeking an attorney with experience in litigation and bankruptcy law to oversee bankruptcy cases filed in the federal judicial districts served by the Region and/or field office. Responsibilities include litigating enforcement matters on behalf of the Program, supervising private trustees, handling appellate matters, and referring potential criminal conduct identified through bankruptcy oversight. The Program aims to hire skilled Trial Attorneys and provide them with frequent, meaningful courtroom experience across a wide range of issues arising in bankruptcy cases.
Typical duties of a field office Trial Attorney include:
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Conditions of employment
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Applicants must demonstrate strong academic and professional credentials; excellent oral and written communication skills; superior legal research, analytical, and reasoning abilities; sound judgment; and the ability to work independently in a demanding legal environment. Applicants must hold a J.D. from an accredited law school and possess the minimum post-law degree experience listed below, or relevant experience involving client advocacy and the interpretation or application of the United States Bankruptcy Code, the Federal Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure, and related laws, rules, and regulations.
Meeting the minimum post-law degree legal experience requirements does not guarantee selection at that grade level.
Applicants must be active members in good standing of a state bar. Please note that in certain jurisdictions, federal attorneys must maintain active membership in that jurisdictions state bar.
Preferred Qualifications:
In addition to the required qualifications, the ideal candidate will demonstrate:
Education
Applicants must possess an LL.B. or a J.D. degree. (Provide the month and year in which you obtained your degree and the name of the College or University from which it was conferred/awarded.)
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Salary
This is a full-time, permanent position. The salary range corresponds to the General Schedule grades GS-13 to GS-15. The annual salary will depend on the selected applicants qualifications, experience, and the applicable locality pay for the duty station.
Number of Positions
Many
Travel
Periodic travel may be required based on work assignments and training needs.
Relocation Expenses
Relocation expenses will not be authorized.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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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.
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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.
Optional Narrative Statements:
The following four narrative questions provide an opportunity for you to demonstrate your commitment to public service to hiring managers and agency leadership. Although responses are optional and will not be scored, applicants are encouraged to address each question thoughtfully. Please limit each response to 200 words or fewer. At the beginning of your submission, please certify that the responses are your own work and that you did not use aconsultant or any artificial intelligence (AI) tool, including large language models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT or Copilot.
Evaluation Process:
A panel of subject matter experts will review applications to assess how well each candidate meets the minimum qualifications. Qualified candidates will be contacted by email or telephone to schedule an interview. Interviews will be scored by a selecting committee, and candidates in the best qualified category will receive further consideration.
Benefits
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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.
Review our 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.
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Required Documents
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Required Application Documents:
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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.
How to Apply
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Application Process
This vacancy announcement is open to all U.S. citizens. Applicants must submit a complete application package as described below.
Submit your full application package as a single PDF to ustp.employment@usdoj.gov using the following subject line: Trial Attorney-(Insert location) 05-2026.
Agency contact information
Recruitment Team
Email ustp.employment@usdoj.gov Address Executive Office for US Trustees
JMD Human Resources
2 Constitution Square
145 N Street NE
Washington, DC 20530
US
Next steps
This is a public notice flyer. Applications will not be accepted through USA Jobs. If you are interested in applying, please see the official announcement on the DOJs Legal Careers page by following the links below:
This and other vacancy announcements can be found under Legal Careers| Department of Justice (www.justice.gov/legal-careers)
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability New employee probationary period
Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service Signature and false statements
Social security number request
Required Documents
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Required Application Documents:
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
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.
How to Apply
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Application Process
This vacancy announcement is open to all U.S. citizens. Applicants must submit a complete application package as described below.
Submit your full application package as a single PDF to ustp.employment@usdoj.gov using the following subject line: Trial Attorney-(Insert location) 05-2026.
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Agency contact information
Recruitment Team
Email ustp.employment@usdoj.gov Address Executive Office for US Trustees
JMD Human Resources
2 Constitution Square
145 N Street NE
Washington, DC 20530
US
Next steps
This is a public notice flyer. Applications will not be accepted through USA Jobs. If you are interested in applying, please see the official announcement on the DOJs Legal Careers page by following the links below:
This and other vacancy announcements can be found under Legal Careers| Department of Justice (www.justice.gov/legal-careers)
Expand Hide next steps
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability New employee probationary period
Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service Signature and false statements
Social security number request
Additional locations
Tampa, FL
Chicago, IL
Peoria, IL
Indianapolis, IN
South Bend, IN
New Orleans, LA
Boston, MA
Baltimore, MD
Greenbelt, MD
Kings, NY
New York, NY
Cleveland, OH
Austin, TX
U.S. Trustee Program
Agency contact information
Recruitment Team
Email ustp.employment@usdoj.gov Address Executive Office for US Trustees
JMD Human Resources
2 Constitution Square
145 N Street NE
Washington, DC 20530
US
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Summary
This is a public notice flyer. Applications will not be accepted through USA Jobs. If you are interested in applying, please see the official announcement on the DOJs Legal Careers page by following the links below:
Learn more about this agency
Overview
Help
Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
05/20/2026 to 06/21/2026
Salary $90,925 - $197,200 per year Pay scale & grade GS 13 - 15
Locations
Many vacancies in the following locations:
Los Angeles, CA
Riverside, CA
Santa Ana, CA
Miami, FL
Show morefewer locations (13)
Tampa, FL
Chicago, IL
Peoria, IL
Indianapolis, IN
South Bend, IN
New Orleans, LA
Boston, MA
Baltimore, MD
Greenbelt, MD
Kings, NY
New York, NY
Cleveland, OH
Austin, TX
Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required 25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-time Service Excepted
Promotion potential
15
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status No Security clearance Not Required Drug test Yes Position sensitivity and risk High Risk (HR)
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure Yes Bargaining unit status No
Announcement number USTP-26-12967932-DE Control number 870113900
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