Deputy Attorney General I-V/Fraud and Consumer Protection Division - Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. South Dover, Delaware, United States
2 days ago
Job 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
Summary Statement
The Delaware Department of Justice is seeking an exceptional and highly motivated individual to join the Consumer Protection Unit within the Fraud & Consumer Protection Division as a Deputy Attorney General in the New Castle County Office. This position is located in the Brandywine Building, 1000 N. West Street, Wilmington, Delaware
The Consumer Protection Unit has enforcement authority over more than 40 different state and federal laws, with a focus on the Consumer Fraud Act and the Uniform Deceptive Trade Practices Act in Title 6 of the Delaware Code. The Consumer Protection Unit prosecutes civil and administrative cases, and also conducts multistate investigations in coordination with other states' attorney general offices.
***Initial Application Review Date: January 5, 2026***
Career Ladder
Salary:
Pay Grade 12 DAG I Salary Range $79,508/min $87,458/max
Pay Grade 14 DAG II Salary Range $92,259/min $96,760/max
Pay Grade 16 DAG III Salary Range $101,898/min $106,468/max
Pay Grade 18 DAG IV Salary Range $112,031/min $119,317/max
Pay Grade 20 DAG V Salary Range $125,885/min $135,154/max
Essential Functions
This Deputy Attorney General will be responsible for all phases of litigation and other enforcement actions, including working with special investigators conducting consumer protection investigations, drafting and filing initial pleadings, conducting discovery, engaging in settlement negotiations, and trying cases before a jury, judge, or administrative hearing officer. This Deputy Attorney General will manage complex litigation as necessary in all Delaware courts and will often be responsible for negotiating resolutions of consumer complaints. This Deputy Attorney General will also provide consumer education to the public and work with other state and governmental agencies to address consumer protection issues.
***This position may be eligible for telework for up to three day per week***
Job Requirements
This is a challenging position that provides an opportunity to investigate and litigate a wide range of matters including many large and complex consumer frauds. This Deputy Attorney General should be able to work independently and meet deadlines. Candidates should have a record of solid academic achievement, relevant work experience, and good writing skills. Familiarity with finance or accounting is helpful, but not a prerequisite. We seek an individual with a strong commitment to working in the public interest. Delaware Bar Admission or a willingness to sit for the next Delaware Bar exam required.
Additional Posting Information
- This posting may close on or before 3/15/2026 upon filling the vacant position.
- 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 position may be eligible for telework for up to three day per week.
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
Department of Justice Benefits Include:
- 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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