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 seeks a Deputy Attorney General for the Civil Division in the Fiscal Integrity & Protection Unit in New Castle County.� ��

Career Ladder

The Deputy Attorney General (DAG) career steps and salaries are based on experience, skills and the number of years barred.Salary:�Pay Grade A14 DAG II� \tSalary Range $86,100/min� $90,300/max�Pay Grade A16 DAG III� \tSalary Range $95,095/min� $99,360/maxPay Grade A18 DAG IV� \tSalary Range $104,535/min� $109,710/max�Pay Grade A20 DAG V� \tSalary Range $115,920/min� $120,510/max�

Essential Functions

This Deputy AttorneyGeneral will advise the Delaware Public Employees’ Retirement System, the Boardof Pension Trustees, and the Office of Pensions on issues including investments,plan interpretation and administration, governance, regulatory matters, andsecurities litigation.� Travel within theState is required.��

Job Requirements

The selected candidate must have excellent writing skills, demonstrate sound judgment, and have a background or interest in finance and/or investment.� Familiarity with ERISA and fiduciary obligations is helpful but not required.��The selected candidate must be admitted to the Delaware Bar.��

Additional Posting Information

Travel within the State is required 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.�� This posting may close before 11/21/2024 upon filling the vacant position(s).

Conditions of Hire

Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.� Direct deposit of paychecks is required as a condition of hire. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Benefits

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 leaveTo 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 (302) 739-5458. 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.�