Deputy Attorney General (Civil) - Flexible Hours

DelDOT; Delaware; Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

No billable hours

12 weeks paid parental leave

Pension eligibility

Student loan forgiveness

Job summary

Delaware Department of Justice seeks a highly motivated Deputy Attorney General to serve as general counsel to administrative boards and commissions. You will advise on legal standards, FOIA compliance, and regulatory matters in a hybrid work environment.

You will draft regulations, attend meetings, and represent boards in proceedings, including court appeals. Delaware Bar membership is required, with occasional evening meetings and collaborative teamwork.

Qualifications

• The DAG must have strong legal writing skills.
• The DAG must anticipate and address legal issues and conduct accurate legal research.
• The DAG must work independently, meet deadlines, and collaborate with boards and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to professional boards and commissions within the Delaware Division of Professional Regulation.
• Draft and review legislation and regulations; attend public meetings and represent boards in proceedings.
• Draft orders and represent in court appeals from administrative proceedings.

Skills

Legal writing

Legal research

Independent work

Deadline-oriented

Education

Delaware Bar membership

Job description

Introduction

Delaware's Attorney General, the State's chief law enforcement officer, has a broad responsibility to combat crime, uphold civil rights, safeguard families, provide legal services to entirety of state government, and fight fraud.�


In the Civil Division, approximately 80 attorneys provide legal support to the executive branch agencies in the form of general counsel advice, administrative hearing prosecutions, board representation, and all stages of civil litigation.��


Attorneys in the Civil Division enjoy a 37.5 hour work week with true work/life balance including: a hybrid work environment, no billable hours, generous paid time off, affordable benefits plans, free trainings and CLE, 12 weeks paid parental leave, student loan forgiveness, pension eligibility, and a supportive collaborative work environment.

Summary Statement

Delaware's
Attorney General, the State's chief law enforcement officer, has a broad
responsibility to combat crime, uphold civil rights, safeguard families,
provide legal services to entirety of state government, and fight fraud.
�
In
the Civil Division, approximately 80 attorneys provide legal support to the
executive branch agencies in the form of general counsel advice, administrative
hearing prosecutions, board representation, and all stages of civil litigation.�
�
Attorneys
in the Civil Division enjoy a 37.5 hour work week with true work/life balance
including: a hybrid work environment, no billable hours, generous paid time
off, affordable benefits plans, free trainings and CLE, 12 weeks paid parental
leave, exclusive public service student loan forgiveness programs, pension
eligibility, and a supportive collaborative work environment.


The
Delaware Department of Justice, Civil Division, Administrative Law and
Education Unit, Kent County, is looking for a highly motivated and committed
Deputy Attorney General (DAG) to serve as general counsel to administrative
boards and commissions, primarily within the Delaware Division of Professional
Regulation.

Career Ladder

Pay
Grade 12� DAG I���������� Salary Range $86,664/min $95,329/max
Pay
Grade 14 DAG II��������� Salary Range
$100,562/min $105,468/max
Pay
Grade 16 DAG III�������� Salary Range
$111,069/min $116,050/max
Pay
Grade 18 DAG IV�������� Salary Range
$122,094/min $130,056/max
Pay
Grade 20 DAG V��������� Salary Range
$137,215/min $147,318/max


*The salary of $95,329 for the
Deputy Attorney General I position applies to candidates who hold active bar
admission.

Essential Functions

The
assigned DAG will provide legal advice to various professional administrative
boards and commissions within the Delaware Division of Professional Regulation
that regulate the practice of various licensed professions within the state,
the Delaware Association of Professional Engineers, the Environmental Appeals
Board, the Coastal Zone Industrial Control Board, Governor’s Advisory Council for Exceptional Citizens, and the Lottery Commission. The DAG will be expected
to provide guidance on applicable legal standards and Freedom of Information
Act compliance, draft and review legislation and regulations, attend public
meetings, and represent the boards and commissions in administrative proceedings,
including drafting orders, and in court on appeals from those proceedings.�

Job Requirements

The DAG must have strong
legal writing skills. The DAG must be able to anticipate and properly address legal
issues, conduct accurate and effective legal research, and provide sound legal
advice. The DAG must be able to work independently, meet deadlines, and develop
good working relationships with board members, other DAGs, and support staff.� Membership in the Delaware Bar is required.
The DAG must be available
for some evening meetings. Flex time will be permitted.

Additional Posting Information

�
This posting may close on or
before the stated closing date upon filling the vacant position.
�
Please be sure to upload a
recent copy of your resume, as you complete the application process for this
posting.
�
This position is exempt from
the State of Delaware Merit System.�
�
Travel
to Kent County is required.

Conditions of Hire

Employment is contingent upon satisfactory background checks.
Direct deposit of paychecks is required as a condition of hire.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
This position is a classification organized under an exclusive bargaining representative (labor organization) that has been elected by employees as their representative for collective bargaining and other applicable terms and conditions of employment, in accordance with Title 29, Chapter 59 and Title 19, Chapter 13 and 16.� This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement based on its individual terms.

Benefits

Department of Justice�Benefits Include:

May be eligible Loan forgiveness (State and Federal).
State of Delaware healthcare plan.
State of Delaware pension plan.
Over 4 weeks of vacation per year.
3 weeks of paid sick leave per year.
12 weeks of paid parental leave.

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at�https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.� To request an auxiliary aid or service please call [phone]. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.
The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.