Assistant Attorney General - Augusta, United States - State of Maine, Bureau of Human Resources

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Assistant Attorney General - Criminal Division

Augusta , Maine , United States | Legal | Full-time


Apply by:
May 10, 2024

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Assistant Attorney General

Criminal Division


Opening Date:
April 30, 2024


Closing Date:
May 10, 2024

Job Class Code: 0186

Grade: 1


Salary:
$69, $135,054.40/annually (Salary competitive and based upon qualifications)

*Pursuant to 5 MRS § 196 the salary for this position has been set by the Office of the Attorney General

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Job Description:

The Office of the Attorney General is seeking a full-time Attorney to serve in the Criminal Division headquartered in Augusta.

The Assistant Attorney General will be a full-time Appellate Attorney who will be assigned by the Chief of the Criminal Division.

This attorney is responsible for overseeing all criminal appeals to the Superior Court and Law Court generated by the OAG; brief and argue most of these appeals; oversees all State post-conviction review proceedings generated by the OAG and any appeals to the Law Court generated thereby while handling many of these proceedings; oversees and personally handles all federal habeas corpus proceedings and any appeals to the United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit generated thereby; co-counsel for homicide cases in the Superior Court; oversees requests made to the Attorney General relative to direct appeals initiated by prosecutorial districts; participates in the office process relative to matters before the United States Supreme Court; acts as legal advisor to all staff engaged in the prosecution of criminal cases; drafts the State's proposed jury instructions in all homicide cases; serves on the Advisory Committee on Rules of Appellate Procedure as the Attorney General's designee; represents the Bureau of Motor Vehicles in Rule 80C appeals; instructor at the Maine Criminal Justice Academy; lectures upon request -e.g., Maine Bar Association, University of Maine School of Law, Maine Prosecutors' Association and the Maine Judicial College; provides assistance respecting both substantive and procedural criminal law to office attorneys, District attorneys, the defense bar, the courts, the legislature and law enforcement and corrections officers.

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Minimum Qualifications:
This is not an entry level position. Candidates must have criminal trial experience writing law court briefs, Memorandum of Law and arguing the same.

The successful candidate must have experience with the principles and application of the 4^th, 5^th and 6^th Amendments of the Constitution.

Additionally, the candidate must have a working knowledge of the Rules of Appellate Procedure. The successful candidate must be comfortable in instructing on criminal procedure to law enforcement, judges, prosecutors and other attorneys. There is an expectation that this attorney will second chair an occasional trial, including a homicide trial.

High ethical standards, sound judgment, strong communication and inter-personal skills, good organizational/time management skills and ability to work as a team with law enforcement and other prosecutor are essential.

Travel throughout the State is required. Candidates must be a member of the Maine Bar in good standing.

Application Instructions

If you are interested in applying for this position, prepare a cover letter highlighting your experience and qualifications that make you a strong candidate for the position and the knowledge, skills and abilities required.

Include resume, writing sample, three references (to include one work-related reference), complete online application and a copy of your Maine Board of Overseers of the Bar certification.

The Office is not responsible for late receipt of applications due to mail service, faxing malfunctions or electronic transmission malfunctions.

Job offer to new hire is conditional upon verification of credentials, criminal records, and driver's license check, and professional license requirements if applicable.

Please direct all questions to Division Chief Lisa Marchese via email ) or call


BENEFITS

Maine state employees embody our state motto - "Dirigo" or "I lead" - as they provide essential services to Mainers every day.

We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including :

• Work-Life Balance - Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays , 12 days of sick leave , and 3 weeks of vacation leave. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service. Overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage - The State of Maine pays 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($9,893.52-$11,057.52 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit - Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements .
• Dental Insurance - The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).
• Retirement Plan - The State of Maine contributes 13.16 % of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement - Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts - Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness - The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office .
• Living Resources Program - Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
• Parental leave - One of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child-including fathers and adoptive parents-receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave . Additionally, unpaid leave may also be available under the Family and Medical Leave Act .
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation - Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.
• Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness .

Maine State Government and the Office of the Attorney General are Equal Opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.