U.S. Department
of Justice
Support Staff Positions
If you are looking for an exciting and challenging career, this is the position for you! With a skilled workforce of over 100,000 men and women, the U.S. Department of Justice leads the Nation in ensuring the protection of all Americans while preserving their constitutional freedoms. You will be part of a dedicated team helping to enforce Federal criminal and civil laws that protect life, liberty, and the property of citizens.
The Southern District of California offers many support level jobs that can be a great career choice. The following links provide information on current vacant positions.
Please see below link for USAJOBS Vacancy Announcements. Please note the area of consideration:
Vacancy Announcement Number: 26-SDCA-12944171-DE
Position: Language Specialist, GS-1040-12
Location: U.S. Attorney’s Office, San Diego, California, Administrative Division
Area of Consideration: Open to the General Public
Open Date: April 24, 2026
Close Date: May 8 , 2026, by 8:59 PM Pacific Standard Time
Direct Link: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/866505300
Vacancy Announcement Number: 26-SDCA-12934900-MS
Position: Paralegal Specialist, GS-0950-7/9
Location: U.S. Attorney’s Office, San Diego, California, Administrative Division
Area of Consideration: Well-qualified surplus/displaced Federal employees (CTAP/ICTAP) in the local area, current/former Federal employees in permanent competitive service positions (status candidates), VEOA eligibles, and those eligible for non-competitive appointment under special hiring authority, (e.g., Individuals with Disabilities, Military Spouses, former Overseas employees, VISTA/Peace Corps, some Land Management employees, and certain veterans, e.g., 30% Disabled). see link in "How to Apply" for more information
Open Date: April 15, 2026
Close Date: April 29 , 2026, by 8:59 PM Pacific Standard Time
Direct Link: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/865196200
Vacancy Announcement Number: 26-SDCA-12934899-DE
Position: Paralegal Specialist, GS-0950-7/9
Location: U.S. Attorney’s Office, San Diego, California, Administrative Division
Area of Consideration: Open to the General Public
Open Date: April 15, 2026
Close Date: April 29 , 2026, by 8:59 PM Pacific Standard Time
Direct Link: https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/865196500
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Important Notes:
Time-in-Grade Requirements for Federal Employees: Federal employees must meet the time-in-grade requirements – which means they must have held their current GS level for at least one year to be eligible to apply for the next highest grade level.
Resume Limitations: Resumes submitted through USAJOBS are now limited to 2 pages. Please ensure your resume is concise and includes all relevant experience and qualifications.
Assessment Questionnaire: As part of the application process, you will be required to complete an assessment questionnaire. This helps evaluate your qualifications for the position.
Qualification and Scoring: Applicants will be evaluated based on their qualifications (as outlined in their resumes) and their responses to the assessment questionnaires. Only those who meet the minimum qualifications will be scored and considered further.
Supervisors: Please ensure that you reach out to your employees if they are on leave to make them aware of this opportunity as this is not an allowed exception for accepting late applications.