Deputy Attorney General I-V Criminal & Delinquency Unit

Introduction

\r\n\r\nDelaware'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.\r\nIn 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.\r\nDeputy 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.\r\n

Summary Statement

The Delaware Department of\r\nJustice is seeking motivated and skilled attorneys to join the Family\r\nDivision's Criminal & Delinquency Unit (CDU). This position offers a\r\ndynamic opportunity to handle meaningful prosecution work spanning juvenile\r\ndelinquency, truancy, and adult criminal matters within Family Court.\r\nDeputy Attorneys General in this Unit\r\nmanage a diverse, fast-paced caseload and play a critical role in protecting\r\npublic safety, supporting victims, and advocating on behalf of the State, all\r\nwhile upholding the rehabilitative and restorative goals of Family Court.\r\n�Why Join Our Team?\r\n\r\n\r\n�\r\nAbility\r\nto work remotely when not required for court appearances\r\n�\r\nMeaningful\r\ncourtroom and trial experience\r\n�\r\nDiverse\r\nlitigation opportunities spanning juvenile and adult matters\r\n�\r\nCollaborative\r\nand mission-driven work environment\r\n�\r\nHands-on\r\ncourtroom advocacy from case intake through trial\r\n�\r\nOpportunity\r\nto develop specialized Family Court litigation experience\r\n\r\n\r\nThe ideal candidate is a motivated and\r\norganized litigator who exercises sound judgment, thrives in the courtroom, and\r\nis committed to public service and professional excellence.\r\n\r\n\r\nIf you are looking for an opportunity to\r\ngain meaningful trial experience and make a direct impact in Delaware\r\ncommunities, we encourage you to apply.\r\nThis position may close before the stated closing date.�\r\n

Career Ladder

The\r\nDeputy Attorney General (DAG) career steps/salaries are based on experience,\r\nskills, and the number of years barred. \r\n�\r\nPay\r\nGrade 12 DAG I��� Salary Range $86,664/min\r\n$95,329/max\r\nPay\r\nGrade 14 DAG II�� Salary Range\r\n$100,562/min $105,468/max\r\nPay\r\nGrade 16 DAG III� Salary Range\r\n$111,069/min $116,050/max\r\nPay\r\nGrade 18 DAG IV� Salary Range $122,094/min\r\n$130,056/max\r\nPay Grade 20 DAG V�� Salary Range $137,215/min $147,318/max\r\n

Essential Functions

\r\n�\r\n•\r\nProsecute\r\njuvenile delinquency and truancy matters\r\n•\r\nHandle\r\nadult misdemeanor cases, including domestic violence offenses\r\n•\r\nReview\r\nevidence, police reports, and case materials to determine charges and case\r\nstrategy\r\n•\r\nDraft\r\nmotions, pleadings, briefs, and other legal documents\r\n•\r\nConduct\r\nlegal research and prepare cases for hearings and trials\r\n•\r\nNegotiate\r\nplea agreements and make sentencing recommendations\r\n•\r\nCollaborate\r\nwith law enforcement, victims, witnesses, court personnel, and partner agencies\r\n•\r\nProvide\r\ncourt coverage collaboratively with other attorneys in the Unit\r\n\r\n

Job Requirements

Required\r\n•\r\nMembership\r\nin the Delaware Bar or the ability to be sworn in under Rule 55\r\n•\r\nAbility\r\nto manage a high-volume caseload in a fast-paced environment\r\nPreferred\r\n•\r\nCriminal\r\nprosecution or litigation experience\r\n•\r\nExperience\r\nhandling Family Court, juvenile, or domestic violence matters\r\n•\r\nStrong\r\ncommunication, analytical, and interpersonal skills\r\n•\r\nAbility\r\nto work collaboratively with attorneys, staff, and court personnel\r\n• Knowledge of criminal law and criminal procedure\r\n\r\n• Strong courtroom advocacy, legal research, and writing skills\r\n�\r\n\r\n\r\n�\r\n

Additional Posting Information

•\tPlease be sure to upload a recent copy of your resume, as you complete the application process for this posting.\r\n•\tThis position is exempt from the 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\r\nposition is part of a job classification that is represented by an exclusive\r\nbargaining representative (labor organization), as elected by employees in\r\naccordance with Title 29, Chapter 59 and Title 19, Chapters 13 and 16. While\r\nthis position is now covered under a bargaining unit, a collective bargaining\r\nagreement is currently under negotiation, and terms and conditions of\r\nemployment may be subject to change upon its ratification.\r\n

Benefits

Department\r\nof Justice Benefits Include:\r\n�\r\nMay be eligible Loan\r\nforgiveness \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\r\nleave.\r\n\r\n\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 are available for applicants\r\nwith disabilities in all phases of the application and employment\r\nprocess.� To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302)\r\n739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460\r\nfor assistance.\r\n�\r\n\r\n\r\nThe State of Delaware is an\r\nEqual Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly\r\nencourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race,\r\ncolor, religion,\r\nage, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran\r\nstatus, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.\r\n\r\n