Deputy Attorney General II-V - Office of the Marijuana Commissioner Civil Division, Public Safe[...] - 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, provide legal services to the entirety of state government, and fight fraud.

In the Civil Division, approximately 80 attorneys provide legal support to the executive branch agencies in the form of general counsel advice, administrative hearing prosecutions, board representation, and all stages of civil litigation. Attorneys in the Civil Division enjoy a 37.5-hour work week with true work/life balance including: a hybrid work environment, no billable hours, generous paid time off, affordable benefits plans, free trainings and CLE, 12 weeks paid parental leave, exclusive public service student loan forgiveness programs, pension eligibility, and a supportive collaborative work environment.

Summary Statement

The Department of Justice (“DOJ”), Civil Division, Public Safety Unit (“PSU”), seeks a Deputy Attorney General (“DAG”) to provide legal advice to the Office of the Marijuana Commissioner (“OMC”), a division of the Department of Safety and Homeland Security (“DSHS”). This position may be located in either New Castle or Kent County with regular travel to the OMC Kent County office.

Career Ladder

The Deputy Attorney General (DAG) career steps and salaries are based on experience, skills, and the number of years barred.

Essential Functions

The Office of the Marijuana Commissioner was established in 2023 by House Bill 2 and its responsibilities are outlined in 4 Del. C. Ch. 13. The DAG will serve as general counsel to the Office of the Marijuana Commissioner and serve as a subject matter expert on Title 4 and the Administrative Rules of the Marijuana Commissioner. The DAG will assist the Marijuana Commissioner with hearings of civil violations of the Delaware Marijuana Control Act, including drafting decisions and orders. The DAG will also have other duties related to the Department of Safety and Homeland Security (“DSHS”) and the PSU, including acting as board counsel to the Special Law Enforcement Assistance Fund (“SLEAF”), assisting with Delaware State Police trial boards, and handling additional assignments as directed by the State Solicitor, Deputy State Solicitor, Unit Head, or Assistant Unit Head.

Job Requirements

Membership in Delaware Bar is required. The most qualified candidates have some prior general counsel law experience; however, such expertise and experiences are not required for selection. The DAG should be able to take a proactive approach to assisting its agency clients; therefore, a successful candidate should have the ability to work with State agencies to identify potential issues and assist State agencies to address such issues to minimize or avoid future legal action. The DAG should be able to work independently, meet deadlines, communicate clearly with client agencies, and should have demonstrated legal ability and a thorough knowledge of relevant laws and court rules.

Additional Posting Information

This posting may close on or before February 20, 2025, upon filling the vacant position. This position may be located in either New Castle or Kent County with regular travel to the OMC Kent County office. 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.

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:

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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.