Deputy Attorney General I-V Criminal & Delinquency Unit

State-of-Delawar; Delaware; Hybrid; USD 86,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Loan forgiveness (State and Federal)

Healthcare plan

Pension plan

Over 4 weeks of vacation per year.

3 weeks of paid sick leave per year.

12 weeks of paid parental leave.

Job summary

The Delaware Department of Justice is seeking motivated and skilled attorneys to join the Family Division’s Criminal & Delinquency Unit. This position offers a dynamic opportunity to handle meaningful prosecution work involving both juvenile and adult criminal matters within Family Court.

Deputy Attorneys General in this Unit manage a diverse, fast-paced caseload and play a critical role in protecting public safety, supporting victims, and advocating on behalf of the State, all while maintaining

Qualifications

• Must be admitted to practice law in Delaware or eligible in Delaware.
• Knowledge of criminal law and criminal procedure.
• Strong courtroom advocacy, legal research, and writing skills.
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Prosecute adult misdemeanor cases, including domestic violence and specialized child abuse matters.
• Gain experience handling juvenile delinquency and truancy matters.
• Review evidence and police reports to determine charges and strategy.
• Draft motions, pleadings, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and prepare cases for hearings and trials.
• Negotiate plea agreements and recommend sentencing.
• Collaborate with law enforcement, victims, witnesses, court personnel, and partner agencies.
• Provide courtroom coverage with other attorneys in the Unit.

Skills

Bar admission

Criminal law & procedure

Courtroom advocacy

Legal research & writing

Caseload management

Communication & collaboration

Team collaboration with staff

Interpersonal skills

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, fight fraud, and protect consumers in the First State. In meeting this mission, Attorney General Kathy Jennings is supported by teams of talented lawyers and staff in the Criminal, Civil, Family, Fraud and Consumer Protection, and Civil Rights and Public Trust Divisions. Each of the more than 500 staff who work in the Office of the Attorney General are dedicated to serving all Delawareans with integrity and passion. Deputy Attorneys General, with critical support from criminal special investigators, victim service specialists, paraprofessionals, and administrative staff, prosecute criminal cases, enforce consumer laws, provide counsel to state agencies, ensure the public's access to open government, protect the abused, and much more.

Summary Statement

The Delaware Department of Justice is seeking motivated and skilled attorneys to join the Family Division’s Criminal & Delinquency Unit. This position offers a dynamic opportunity to handle meaningful prosecution work involving both juvenile and adult criminal matters within Family Court. Deputy Attorneys General in this Unit manage a diverse, fast-paced caseload and play a critical role in protecting public safety, supporting victims, and advocating on behalf of the State, all while maintaining the rehabilitative and restorative goals of Family Court.

Why Join Our Team?

• Ability to work remotely when not required for court appearances
• Meaningful courtroom and trial experience
• Diverse litigation opportunities involving juvenile and adult matters
• Collaborative and mission-driven work environment
• Hands-on courtroom advocacy from case intake through trial
• Opportunity to develop specialized Family Court litigation experience

Career Ladder

Pay Grade 12 DAG I---Annual salary $95,329

Pay Grade 14 DAG II---Salary Range $100,562/min​ $105,468/max​

Pay Grade 16 DAG III---Salary Range $111,069/min​ $113,509/max

Pay Grade 18 DAG IV---Salary Range $122,094/min​ $128,010/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 are admitted to practice law in any U.S. jurisdiction

Essential Functions

Key Responsibilities

• Prosecute adult misdemeanor cases, including domestic violence offenses and specialized child abuse cases
• Ability to gain experience handling juvenile delinquency and truancy matters
• Review evidence, police reports, and case materials to determine charges and case strategy
• Draft motions, pleadings, briefs, and other legal documents
• Conduct legal research and prepare cases for hearings and trials
• Negotiate plea agreements and make sentencing recommendations
• Collaborate with law enforcement, victims, witnesses, court personnel, and partner agencies
• Provide court coverage collaboratively with other attorneys in the Unit

Job Requirements

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a motivated and organized litigator who exercises sound judgment, thrives in the courtroom, and is committed to public service and professional excellence.

Qualifications

Required

• Membership in the Delaware Bar
• Knowledge of criminal law and criminal procedure
• Strong courtroom advocacy, legal research, and writing skills
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with attorneys, staff, and court personnel
• Strong communication, analytical, and interpersonal skills

Preferred

• Criminal prosecution or litigation experience
• Experience handling Family Court, juvenile, or domestic violence matters

Additional Posting Information

This position is exempt from the State of Delaware Merit System.

This posting may close upon filling the vacant position(s).

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.