Deputy Attorney General I-V Criminal - Dover - DelDOT

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    Description

    Introduction

    Delaware's Attorney General, the State's chief law enforcement officer, has a broad responsibility to combat crime, uphold civil rights, safeguard families, fight fraud, and protect consumers in the First State.

    In meeting this mission, Attorney General Kathy Jennings is supported by teams of talented lawyers and staff in the Criminal, Civil, Family, Fraud and Consumer Protection, and Civil Rights and Public Trust Divisions. Each of the more than 500 staff who work in the Office of the Attorney General are dedicated to serving all Delawareans with integrity and passion.

    Deputy Attorneys General, with critical support from criminal special investigators, victim service specialists, paraprofessionals, and administrative staff, prosecute criminal cases, enforce consumer laws, provide counsel to state agencies, ensure the public's access to open government, protect the abused, and much more.

    Summary Statement

    The Delaware Department of Justice, Family Division, is excited to announce an opportunity in its Criminal & Delinquency Unit in Kent County for a Deputy Attorney General to join the team. This Unit has a high volume of cases and several court calendars scheduled each week. Deputy Attorneys General in this Unit are responsible for drafting motions and briefs, conducting legal research, extending and negotiating plea agreements, and taking matters to trial.

    Career Ladder

    • Pay Grade 12 DAG I – Annual salary $87,458
    • Pay Grade 14 DAG II – Salary Range $92,259/min – $96,760/max
    • Pay Grade 16 DAG III – Salary Range $101,898/min – $104,137/max
    • Pay Grade 18 DAG IV – Salary Range $112,013/min – $117,440/max
    • Pay Grade 20 DAG V – Salary Range $125,885/min – $135,154/max

    The salary of $87,458 for the Deputy Attorney General I position applies to candidates who are admitted to practice law in any U.S. jurisdiction.

    Essential Functions

    The Deputy Attorneys General in this Unit are responsible for compiling and producing discovery, drafting motions and briefs, performing research, extending and negotiating plea agreements, and taking matters to trial. This is a Unit with a high volume of cases and several court calendars scheduled per week.

    Deputy Attorneys General in this Unit are responsible for prosecuting both juvenile delinquency and truancy cases.

    Job Requirements

    A qualified candidate's strengths will include knowledge of criminal law and procedure, the ability to evaluate criminal cases, determine resolutions, and anticipate legal issues with the ability to research accurately and effectively. Candidates must have the ability to learn and apply the relevant laws and court rules.

    Candidates must also have or be able to develop a good working relationship with other Deputy Attorneys General, support staff and Court personnel. Membership in Delaware Bar required.

    Additional Posting Information

    Please be sure to upload a recent copy of your resume, as you complete the application process for this posting.

    This position is exempt from the State of Delaware Merit System.

    This posting may close before 2/27/2026 upon filling the vacant position(s).

    Conditions of Hire

    Employment is contingent upon satisfactory background checks.

    Direct deposit of paychecks is required as a condition of hire.

    Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

    This position is a classification organized under an exclusive bargaining representative (labor organization) that has been elected by employees as their representative for collective bargaining and other applicable terms and conditions of employment, in accordance with Title 29, Chapter 59 and Title 19, Chapter 13 and 16. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement based on its individual terms.

    Benefits

    • May be eligible Loan forgiveness (State and Federal).
    • State of Delaware healthcare plan.
    • State of Delaware pension plan.
    • Over 4 weeks of vacation per year.
    • 3 weeks of paid sick leave per year.
    • 12 weeks of paid parental leave.

    To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at

    Accommodations

    Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an auxiliary aid or service please call TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number for assistance.

    The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.


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