$130,000 – $198,140
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 28, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
The U.S. Postal Service seeks an attorney to prosecute federal crimes on behalf of the agency, handling mail theft, fraud, and narcotics cases through all phases of litigation from discovery to appeals. The role suits experienced trial lawyers comfortable with criminal prosecution and collaboration with federal law enforcement.
Our summary, not U.S. Postal Service’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
Skills this role names
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What they ask for
Required
- Active bar license in good standing in any U.S. state
- Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school
- At least three years of legal practice experience (one year may be satisfied through judicial clerkship)
- Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret or Top Secret/SCI clearance
- Pass Tier 5 Single-Scope Background Investigation
- Pass drug testing