Deputy Attorney General I - V Civil, Affirmative Litigation Unit, Kent County

Introduction

Delaware's Attorney General, the State's chief\r\nlaw enforcement officer, has a broad responsibility to combat crime, uphold\r\ncivil rights, safeguard families, fight fraud, and protect consumers in the\r\nFirst State.\r\n�\r\nIn meeting this mission, Attorney General\r\nKathy Jennings is supported by teams of talented lawyers and staff in the\r\nCriminal, Civil, Family, Fraud and Consumer Protection, and Civil Rights and\r\nPublic Trust Divisions. Each of the more than 500 staff who work in the Office\r\nof the Attorney General are dedicated to serving all Delawareans with integrity\r\nand passion.\r\n�\r\nDeputy Attorneys General, with critical\r\nsupport from criminal special investigators, victim service specialists,\r\nparaprofessionals, and administrative staff, prosecute criminal cases, enforce\r\nconsumer laws, provide counsel to state agencies, ensure the public's access to\r\nopen government, protect the abused, and much more.�\r\n

Summary Statement

In the Civil Division, approximately 80\r\nattorneys provide legal support to the executive branch agencies in the form of\r\ngeneral counsel advice, administrative hearing prosecutions, board\r\nrepresentation, and all stages of civil litigation.� \r\n�\r\nAttorneys in the Civil Division enjoy a 37.5\r\nhour work week with true work/life balance including: a hybrid work\r\nenvironment, no billable hours, generous paid time off, affordable benefits\r\nplans, free trainings and CLE, 12 weeks paid parental leave, exclusive public\r\nservice student loan forgiveness programs, pension eligibility, and a\r\nsupportive collaborative work environment.\r\n�\r\nThe Delaware Department of\r\nJustice, Civil Division, Affirmative Litigation Unit, Kent County is looking\r\nfor a highly motivated and committed Deputy Attorney General to serve in a\r\nunique hybrid role where they will serve as general counsel to the Delaware\r\nDivision of Alcohol and Tobacco Enforcement (“DATE”), and criminally prosecute\r\ncases related to violations of Delaware’s marijuana laws. DATE is responsible for the civil\r\nand criminal enforcement of the marijuana laws of Title 4 and Title 16.� �DATE is also responsible for the\r\nenforcement of the alcohol laws of Title 4, and youth access to tobacco laws in\r\n�� 1115 through 1127 of Title 11.� \r\n�\r\n\r\n\r\nThis posting may close on or\r\nbefore the stated closing date upon filling the vacant position.\r\n

Career Ladder

FY\r\n27\r\n�\r\nPay Grade 12 DAG I����������� Salary Range $86,664/min� �$95,329.00/max�\r\nPay Grade 14 DAG II���������� Salary Range $100,562/min� $105,468/max�\r\nPay Grade 16 DAG III�������� Salary Range $111,069/min� $113,509/max\r\nPay Grade 18 DAG IV�������� Salary Range $122,094/min� $128,010/max�\r\n\r\n\r\nPay Grade 20 DAG V��������� Salary Range $137,215min� $147,318/max\r\n

Essential Functions

This Deputy Attorney General\r\nworks within the Department of Justice’s Affirmative Litigation Unit and will provide legal advice to DATE\r\nfor both criminal and civil matters. This includes independently handling\r\ncriminal prosecutions arising from violations of Delaware’s marijuana laws\r\nthroughout the state, assisting in prosecutions\r\nof civil violations of the Liquor Control Act and the Delaware Marijuana Act and will also assist DATE by reviewing and drafting legislation,\r\npolicies, procedures, MOUs and contracts related to the regulation and\r\nenforcement of alcohol, tobacco, and marijuana in the State of Delaware.\r\n�\r\n\r\n\r\nThe\r\nDAG may also have other duties related to the Affirmative Litigation Unit and\r\nmay be required to handle additional assignments as directed by the State\r\nSolicitor, Deputy State Solicitor, Unit Head or Assistant Unit Head.�\r\n

Job Requirements

The most qualified candidates\r\nhave some prior criminal and general counsel experience. The DAG should be\r\nable to take a proactive approach in assisting DATE, by demonstrating the\r\nability to identify potential issues and addressing such issues to enable DATE\r\nto operate effectively.� The DAG should\r\nbe able to work independently, meet deadlines, communicate clearly with DOJ\r\nleadership and DATE, and should have demonstrated legal ability and a thorough\r\nknowledge of relevant laws and court rules.\r\nMembership in the Delaware Bar is required.�\r\n

Additional Posting Information

\r\n�\r\nPlease be sure to upload a\r\nrecent copy of your resume, as you complete the application process for this\r\nposting.\r\n�\r\nThis position is exempt from\r\nthe State of Delaware Merit System.�\r\n\r\n

Conditions of Hire

�\r\nEmployment is contingent upon\r\nsatisfactory background checks.\r\n�\r\nDirect deposit of paychecks is\r\nrequired as a condition of hire.\r\n�\r\nApplicants must be legally\r\nauthorized to work in the United States.\r\n�\r\nThis position is a\r\nclassification organized under an exclusive bargaining representative (labor\r\norganization) that has been elected by employees as their representative for\r\ncollective bargaining and other applicable terms and conditions of employment,\r\nin accordance with Title 29, Chapter 59 and Title 19, Chapter 13 and 16.\r\nThis position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement based on its\r\nindividual terms.\r\n

Benefits

Department\r\nof Justice Benefits Include:\r\n�\r\nMay be eligible Loan\r\nforgiveness (State and Federal).\r\n�\r\nState of Delaware healthcare\r\nplan.\r\n�\r\nState of Delaware pension plan.\r\n�\r\nOver 4 weeks of vacation per\r\nyear.\r\n�\r\n3 weeks of paid sick leave per\r\nyear.\r\n�\r\n12 weeks of paid parental leave.\r\nTo\r\nlearn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website\r\nat https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/\r\n

Accommodations

Accommodations\r\nare available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application\r\nand employment process.� To request an auxiliary aid or service please\r\ncall (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number\r\n1-800-232-5460 for assistance.\r\n�\r\nThe\r\nState of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse\r\nworkforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of\r\nDelaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability\r\nstatus, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity\r\nor expression.\r\n