Assistant Attorney General - Professional and Financial Regulation Division

Maine; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 71,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Attorney General’s Office in Augusta is seeking an Assistant Attorney General to provide legal counsel to various professional licensing boards. This role involves handling disciplinary complaints, offering legal analysis, and enforcing agency orders. Ideal candidates will be members of the Maine Bar with strong legal advocacy skills and experience in administrative law.

Benefits

13 paid holidays

12 sick days

3+ weeks of vacation

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Retirement contributions

Gym Reimbursement

Student Loan Forgiveness

Parental Leave

Flexible Spending Accounts

Qualifications

• Must be a member of the Maine Bar in good standing.
• 1-3 years of legal practice with proficiency in administrative law preferred.
• Strong legal advocacy and writing skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal counsel to professional licensing boards.
• Handle disciplinary complaints against licensed professionals.
• Perform agency rule review and defend agency decisions in court.

Skills

Legal detail

Legal advocacy

Writing skills

Teamwork

Education

Member of the Maine Bar

Job description

Location: Augusta, ME

Assistant Attorney General
Professional and Financial Regulation Division

Opening Date: May 20, 2025
Closing Date: May 30, 2025
Job Class Code: 0186
Grade: 1
Salary: $71,843.20 - $139,110.40/year* (Salary competitive and based upon qualifications)*
*Pursuant to 5 M.R.S. § 196, the salary for this position has been set by the Office of the Attorney General
Position #006006022

Job Description

The Attorney General’s Office in Augusta has an immediate opening for an Assistant Attorney General (AAG) within the Professional and Financial Regulation Division. The primary responsibility of this AAG will be to provide legal counsel to various professional licensing boards and programs within and affiliated with the Department of Professional and Financial Regulation and/or financial regulatory agencies within the Department. This work involves handling disciplinary complaints against licensed professionals and entities, providing legal analysis and opinions on regulatory matters, performing agency rule review, defending agency decisions on appeal to the Superior Court, and enforcing agency orders in court.

Minimum Qualifications

This is not an entry-level position. The applicant must be a member of the Maine Bar in good standing, have an eye for legal detail, be interested in complex state regulation, possess strong legal advocacy and writing skills, and demonstrate the ability to work effectively as part of a team. One to three years of legal practice with proficiency in administrative law and litigation is preferred.

Application Instructions

If interested, prepare a cover letter highlighting your experience and qualifications, including your knowledge, skills, and abilities. Include your resume, a writing sample, three references (including one work-related), and a completed direct hire application. The Department is not responsible for late receipt of applications due to mail, fax, or electronic transmission issues.

Verification of credentials, criminal records, driver’s license, and professional license requirements will be required for employment.

Questions

Direct all questions to Tim Steigelman via email or call 207-626-8509.

Benefits

Employees across Maine state government embody the motto "Dirigo"—"I lead"—by providing essential services. We support our workforce with a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Work-Life Balance: 13 paid holidays, 12 sick days, 3+ weeks of vacation, and personal leave for overtime-exempt employees.
• Health Insurance: State pays 85-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annually).
• Premium Credit: Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%.
• Dental Insurance: State pays 100% of employee-only premiums ($350.40 annually).
• Retirement: State contributes 13.29% to MainePERS.
• Gym Reimbursement: Up to $40/month.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: For health and dependent care expenses.
• Student Loan Forgiveness: Eligible through federal program.
• Living Resources Program: Employee assistance services.
• Parental Leave: Six weeks paid parental leave, with additional unpaid leave under FMLA.
• Deferred Compensation: Pre-tax retirement savings options.

Maine State Government and the Office of the Attorney General are Equal Opportunity Employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to inclusivity. Reasonable accommodations are available upon request.

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