Drug Strike Force Prosecution Attorney (DAG II/III/IV)

Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General; State College (Centre County); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General seeks a Deputy Attorney General (II/III/IV) in State College for its Drug Strike Force Section within the Criminal Law Division. The position conducts complex narcotics prosecutions, coordinates with Bureau of Narcotics Investigation, and uses grand jury and electronic surveillance resources.

The DAG level varies by experience, with travel as needed. Telework is available two days per week; typical hours are 8:30–5:00, and the role supports aggressive

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited law school and admission to the Pennsylvania Bar.
• DAG II requires at least 3 years of progressively responsible experience in professional legal work.
• DAG III requires at least 6 years of progressively responsible experience in professional legal work.
• DAG IV requires at least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in professional legal work.

Responsibilities

• Develops investigative plans with assigned agents to determine next steps.
• Directs investigations and selects investigative tools to achieve just outcomes.
• Monitors investigations and adjusts strategies as needed.
• Reviews and approves search warrants with Narcotics Agents.
• Reviews affidavits for electronic surveillance orders and prepares applications.
• Represents the Commonwealth through all stages of prosecution.
• Writes submissions and presentments for grand jury and prosecutions.

Skills

Legal research

Prosecutorial experience

Written advocacy

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General seeks a Deputy Attorney General (II/III/IV) in State College for its Drug Strike Force Section within the Criminal Law Division. The position conducts complex narcotics prosecutions, coordinates with Bureau of Narcotics Investigation, and uses grand jury and electronic surveillance resources.

The DAG level varies by experience, with travel as needed. Telework is available two days per week; typical hours are 8:30–5:00, and the role supports aggressive