Assistant District Attorney District III

State of Maine; Portland (OR); Vor Ort; USD 72.000 - 139.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance coverage

Retirement plan

Paid holidays

Sick leave

Vacation leave

Zusammenfassung

Androscoggin County District Attorney’s Office seeks a full-time Assistant District Attorney to prosecute criminal cases in the Unified Criminal Court in Androscoggin County and handle appellate work before the Law Court.

Candidates must be members of the Maine Bar in good standing with strong advocacy and writing skills; trial experience is a plus and teamwork is essential.

Qualifikationen

• Eye for legal detail and strong advocacy and writing skills.
• Trial experience and developed trial skills are a plus.
• Must be a member of the Maine Bar in good standing.

Aufgaben

• Prosecute criminal cases in the Unified Criminal Court in Androscoggin County.
• Handle appellate cases before the Maine Law Court.
• Demonstrate high ethical standards, sound judgment, and strong time management.

Kenntnisse

Trial experience

Strong advocacy

Written advocacy

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Ausbildung

Maine Bar in good standing

Tools

Legal research

Jobbeschreibung

Assistant District Attorney – Full Time

Prosecutorial District III

Opening Date: March 30, 2026

Closing Dat** e: Until Filled**

Class Code: 0206

Grade: 1

Salary: $71,843.20 - $139,110.40/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:006100057

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 Androscoggin 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.

Androscoggin County District Attorney’s Office

Minimum 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. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service. Overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage – The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find thepremium costsfor 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 aboutprogram requirements.
• Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).
• Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 13.29%of pay 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 theFederal Student Aid office.
• 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.
• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
• Parental leave – 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. Additionally, 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 about additional wellness benefits for State employees from theOffice of Employee Health and Wellness.

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

The DAO is not responsible for late receipt of applications due to mail service, faxing malfunctions or electronic transmission malfunctions.

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