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 Justice, Family\r\nDivision, Criminal & Delinquency Unit, in New Castle County, seeks a Deputy\r\nAttorney General. �\r\n

Career Ladder

�\r\nPay\r\nGrade 12 DAG I���� ������� Annual salary $87,458\r\nPay\r\nGrade 14 DAG II��� Salary Range\r\n$92,259/min� $96,760/max�\r\nPay\r\nGrade 16 DAG III�� Salary Range\r\n$101,898/min� $104,137/max\r\nPay\r\nGrade 18 DAG IV�� Salary Range\r\n$112,013/min� $117,440/max�\r\nPay\r\nGrade 20 DAG V�� Salary Range\r\n$125,885/min� $135,154/max�\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n**The\r\nsalary of�$87,458�for the Deputy Attorney General I position applies\r\nto candidates who are�admitted to practice law in any U.S. jurisdiction\r\n

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.��\r\n\r\n\r\nThe current position we are seeking to fill is primarily responsible for prosecuting juvenile delinquency and truancy cases with the unique opportunity to occasionally handle adult domestic violence cases, including taking any or all of these types of cases to trial.\r\n\r\n\r\n

Job Requirements

A qualified candidate’s strengths will\r\ninclude knowledge of criminal law and procedure, the ability to evaluate\r\ncriminal cases, determine resolutions, and anticipate legal issues with the\r\nability to research accurately and effectively.� Candidates must have the\r\nability to learn and apply the relevant laws and court rules.\r\nCandidates must also have or be able to develop a good working relationship\r\nwith other Deputy Attorneys General, support staff and Court personnel.\r\nMembership in Delaware Bar required. \r\n

Additional Posting Information

\r\n Please be sure to upload a recent copy of your resume, as you complete the application process for this posting.\r\n This position is exempt from the State of Delaware Merit System.��\r\n This posting may close before 7/10/2026 upon filling the vacant position(s).\r\n\r\n

Conditions of Hire

\r\n Employment is contingent upon satisfactory background checks.\r\n Direct deposit of paychecks is required as a condition of hire.\r\n Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.\r\n 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.\r\n\r\n

Benefits

Department of Justice�Benefits Include:\r\n\r\n May be eligible Loan forgiveness (State and Federal).\r\n State of Delaware healthcare plan.\r\n State of Delaware pension plan.\r\n Over 4 weeks of vacation per year.\r\n 3 weeks of paid sick leave per year.\r\n 12 weeks of paid parental leave.\r\n\r\nTo learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at�https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/\r\n

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 (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.\r\nThe 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.\r\n\r\n