Assistant District Attorney- District 6

State of Maine; Ellsworth (ME); On-site; USD 75,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Coverage

Retirement Plan

Paid holidays & vacation

Parental leave

Job summary

State of Maine's District Attorney’s Office, Waldo County, is seeking an Assistant District Attorney for the Waldo County/Belfast office. The role focuses on criminal prosecution for adults in the Unified Criminal Docket and appellate cases before the Law Court, with a strong emphasis on rigorous litigation and ethical standards.

Applicants must be members of the Maine Bar in good standing and demonstrate strong writing, advocacy, and teamwork skills.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Criminal prosecution for adults in the Unified Criminal Docket.
• Appellate work before the Law Court.
• Maintain high ethical standards and sound judgment.

Skills

Trial experience

Communication skills

Writing skills

Teamwork

Job description

Assistant District Attorney

Prosecutorial District VI

OpeningDate: September 29, 2026

Closing Date: October 14, 2026

Class Code: 0206

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

Position Number: 006100530

The District 6 (Sagadahoc County, Lincoln County, Knox County, and Waldo County) District Attorney’s Office is seeking a full-time Assistant District Attorney in our Waldo County/Belfast office.

The Assistant District Attorney will be primarily responsible for criminal prosecution for adults in the Unified Criminal Docket as well as appellate cases before the Law Court. Candidates should have a strong desire for a career in litigation and prosecution with trial experience and developed trial skills a plus. High ethical standards, sound judgment, strong communication and inter-personal skills, good organizational/time management skills, and good writing skills are essential. A commitment to criminal justice reform, as well as racial and gender justice is essential.

District Attorney’s Office - County of Waldo, Maine

MINIMUM QUALIFICATONS

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.

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 Natasha Irving via email at [e-mail].

BENEFITS

• Work-Life Balance– Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using13 paid holidays,12 days of sick leave, and3+ weeks of vacation leaveannually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage– The State of Maine pays85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($12,213.60 -$13,650.48annual 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 leaveis one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receivesix weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under theFamily and Medical Leave Act.
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation– Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in aMaineSaves457(b) account through payroll deductions.
• Learn aboutadditional wellness benefitsfor 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.

Note: Benefits may varysomewhat accordingto specific collective bargaining agreements and are prorated for anything less than full-time.

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