General Attorney (Assistant General Counsel)

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Washington, District of Columbia$169k – $197kPosted Today

Role Overview

Department of Justice is hiring a General Attorney (Assistant General Counsel). This is a full-time role in Washington, District of Columbia. Part of Department of Justice's Security hiring, posted today. The posted range is $169k to $197k; applications are still in the early window, before most candidates have applied. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.

Salary Context

This role offers $169k-$197k. The median for Security roles is $100k-$144k (based on 500 listings). 50% above median.

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Job description

OGC attorneys advise JMD and Department management in areas such as appropriations, budget and financial management, agency organizational management, personnel, procurement, access to government records (FOIA and Privacy Act), security, and delegations of authority. OGC attorneys also litigate in administrative forums and assist litigating divisions and U.S. Attorney's Offices (USAOs) when JMD matters are in the federal courts.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I apply for the General Attorney (Assistant General Counsel) position at Department of Justice?

Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Department of Justice. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.

Where is the General Attorney (Assistant General Counsel) position at Department of Justice located?

This position is based in Washington, District of Columbia. Department of Justice has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.

How much does the General Attorney (Assistant General Counsel) role at Department of Justice pay?

Department of Justice has posted a compensation range of $169k to $197k for this position. Final offers typically vary based on candidate experience, location, and internal salary bands.

When was the General Attorney (Assistant General Counsel) role at Department of Justice posted?

This role was posted on July 24, 2026 (today). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.

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