Assistant District Attorney - D4

Attorney General; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13 paid holidays

Sick leave

Vacation leave

Health Insurance Coverage

Retirement Plan

Gym Membership Reimbursement

Job summary

The Office of the Maine Attorney General invites applications for an Assistant District Attorney in the Prosecutorial District IV covering Kennebec and Somerset Counties. The role focuses on adult criminal cases and civil violations in the Unified Criminal Court, with appellate work before the Law Court.

Candidates must be Maine Bar members in good standing, have strong advocacy and writing skills, and enjoy working in a team.

Qualifications

• Applicants must be members of the Maine Bar in good standing.
• Strong legal advocacy and writing skills required.
• Demonstrated ability to function effectively as part of a team.
• Interest in complex state and federal regulations.

Responsibilities

• Handle adult criminal cases and civil violations in Unified Criminal Court for Kennebec and Somerset Counties.
• Prepare and pursue appellate matters before the Law Court.
• Travel as required and maintain reliable transportation.

Skills

Legal detail orientation

Advocacy and writing

Team collaboration

Education

Maine Bar admission

Job description

Assistant District Attorney Prosecutorial District IV, Kennebec and Somerset Counties

Opening Date: September 11, 2026 Closing Date: September 25, 2026 Class Code: 0206 Position Number: 006100574 Grade: 1

Salary: $75,067.20 - $145,371.20/year* 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.

Job Overview

The Kennebec and Somerset District Attorney’s Office is seeking a full time Assistant District Attorney. This Assistant District Attorney will be primarily responsible for adult criminal cases and civil violations in the Unified Criminal Court in Kennebec and Somerset Counties, as well as appellate cases before the Law Court. This position requires travel and applicants must have reliable means of transportation. 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.

Minimum Qualifications / Skills and Experience Required

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 & Compensation

• 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 – Income-driven repayment (IDR) plans including the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan are available for employees and can be used in conjunction with the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
• John R. Justice (JRJ) Formula Grant Program- The State of Maine is a recipient of the JRJ Grant Program that provides partial loan repayment directly to the employee’s loan service provider.

Equal Opportunity and Inclusion

The District Attorney’s Office, Maine State Government and the Office of the Attorney General are Equal Opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

About Us

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