Assistant District Attorney- D3

maine; Norge (OK); On-site; USD 75,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Coverage

Retirement Plan

Parental leave

Gym Membership Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

State of Maine seeks a full-time Assistant District Attorney to handle criminal prosecutions in Oxford County and appellate work before the Law Court. Candidates should show a strong desire for a litigation career and possess solid trial skills.

Membership in the Maine Bar in good standing is required. The position follows the State wage scale with competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be a member of the Maine Bar in good standing.
• Strong advocacy and writing skills are essential.
• Ability to function effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute criminal cases in the Unified Criminal Court in Oxford County.
• Handle appellate cases before the Law Court.
• Possess trial experience and strong organizational skills.

Skills

Legal detail

Advocacy

Writing

Teamwork

Education

Maine Bar admission

Job description

Job Title

Assistant District Attorney

District

Prosecutorial District III

Opening Date

September 11, 2026

Closing Date

Until Filled

Class Code

0206

Grade

1

Salary

$75,067.20 - $145,371.20/annually (Salary competitive and based upon qualifications)*

*Pursuant to 5 MRS § 196 the salary for this position has been set by the Office of the Attorney General

Position Number

006100038

Job Description

The District Attorney's Office is seeking a full time Assistant District Attorney. This Assistant District Attorney will be primarily responsible for criminal prosecutions in the Unified Criminal Court in Oxford County, as well as appellate cases before the Law Court. Candidates should have a strong desire for a career in litigation. Trial experience and developed trial skills a plus. High ethical standards, sound judgment, strong communication and inter-personal skills, and good organizational/time management skills are essential. Candidates must be members of the Maine Bar and in good standing. Salary and benefits are as established by the wage scale.

Qualifications

Applicants must be members of the Maine Bar in good standing, have an eye for legal detail, be interested in complex state and federal regulations, have strong legal advocacy and writing skills, and have a demonstrated ability to function effectively as part of a team.

Benefits

• Work-Life Balance - Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage - The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($12,213.60 - $13,650.48 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
• Health Insurance Premium Credit - Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements .
• Dental Insurance - The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($365.28 annual value).
• Retirement Plan - The State of Maine contributes to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
• Gym Membership Reimbursement - Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts - Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness - The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office .
• Living Resources Program - Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child-including fathers and adoptive parents-receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation - Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.
• Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness .
• Income Driven Repayment Plans -

Contact

Job offer to new hire is conditional upon verification of credentials, criminal records, and driver's license check, and professional license requirements if applicable.Please direct all questions to District Attorney Neil McLean at 207-753-2500, or email Neil McLean