Deputy Attorney General I-V Domestic Violence Unit Criminal Division - New Castle County - State of Delaware : Job Details

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, Criminal Division, Domestic Violence Unit, seeks a Deputy Attorney General to represent the State of Delaware in prosecuting all areas of Domestic Violence cases. 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 very high volume of cases with a number of court calendars scheduled per week. Prior training, education, or experience in the area of domestic violence is preferred but not required. The Deputy Attorney General will be required, on a case-by-case basis, to decide which cases should be prosecuted, which should plead out, what specific plea offers should be made, and to try cases that are not otherwise resolved.

Career Ladder

The Deputy Attorney General (DAG) career steps and salaries are based on experience, skills and the number of years barred. Salary: *Pay Grade A12 DAG I Annual salary $83,252 Pay Grade A14 DAG II Salary Range $87,822/min $92,106/max Pay Grade A16 DAG III Salary Range $96,997/min $99,129/max Pay Grade A18 DAG IV Salary Range $106,626/min $108,737/max Pay Grade A20 DAG V Salary Range $118,238/min $122,920/max * The salary of $83,252 for the Deputy Attorney General I position applies to candidates who are admitted to the Delaware Bar.

Job Requirements

Strengths should include the ability to evaluate cases, determine resolutions, and anticipate legal issues with the ability to research accurately and effectively. The Deputy Attorney General must have or be able to develop a good working relationship with other Deputy Attorneys General, support staff, law enforcement, and Court personnel and must have the ability and determination to learn and apply the relevant laws and court rules. The Deputy Attorney General must work well with victims of domestic violence and other witnesses needed for court. Membership in the Delaware Bar is 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 2/13/2025 upon filling the vacant position.

Conditions of Hire

Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire. Direct deposit of paychecks is required as a condition of hire. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

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. Possible Overtime and Stipend Opportunities. 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 (302) ###-####. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-###-#### 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.