Deputy Attorney General I-V, Dept. of Technology & Information (Prim. Assignment)

Civil Div., Fiscal Integrity & Protection Unit, NCC or Kent Co.

Recruitment #021026-UUAF25-150100

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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, exclusive public service student loan forgiveness programs, pension eligibility, and a supportive collaborative work environment.

Summary Statement

The Department of Justice (“DOJ”), Civil Division, seeks a Deputy Attorney General (“DAG”) to represent the Department of Technology and Information (“DTI”). This DAG position is in the Civil Division, Fiscal Integrity and Protection Unit (“FIPU”), New Castle or Kent County, and is primarily responsible for representing DTI.  DTI is the State’s central IT organization, responsible for delivering core services to other State organizations and exercise governance over the technology direction and investments of the state. This DAG will serve as general counsel to the Cabinet Secretary/Chief Information Officer and to DTI leadership overseeing six offices: Administration Office, Operations Office, Technology Office, Partner Services Office, and Security Office.



Career Ladder

*Pay Grade A12 DAG I   Annual salary $87,458
Pay Grade A14 DAG II   Salary Range $92,259/min  $96,760/max 
Pay Grade A16 DAG III   Salary Range $101,898/min  $104,137/max
Pay Grade A18 DAG IV  Salary Range $112,013/min  $117,440/max 
Pay Grade A20 DAG V   Salary Range $125,885/min  $135,154/max 

* The salary of $87,458 for the Deputy Attorney General I position applies to candidates who are admitted to the Delaware Bar

Essential Functions

Primary duties include, but are not limited to, providing general counsel on procurement law, contracts law and negotiations, cyber security and liability, appropriate data usage, privacy laws, data retention and preservation, inadvertent disclosures, legislation, IT project management legal issues, appropriations, labor and employment, and the Freedom of Information Act (“FOIA”). The DAG will serve as counsel to State boards, including the Delaware AI Commission, the Cyber Security Advisory Council, and the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program Planning Committee. 


The DAG will have other duties related to FIPU, as well as handling additional assignments as directed by the State Solicitor, Deputy State Solicitor, Unit Head, or Assistant Unit Head.  

Job Requirements

Membership in Delaware Bar is required.  The most qualified candidates have some prior general counsel and technology law experience; however, such expertise and experiences are not required for selection. The DAG should be able to take a proactive approach to assisting its agency clients, therefore a successful candidate should have the ability to work with State agencies to identify potential issues and assist State agencies to address such issues in order to minimize or avoid future legal action.  The DAG should be able to work independently, meet deadlines, and communicate clearly with client agencies, and should have demonstrated legal ability and a thorough knowledge of relevant laws and court rules.

The DAG must have a willingness to travel within the State to meet departmental needs and meeting schedules.

Additional Posting Information

  • 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 5/21/2026 upon filling the vacant position.
  • This position is located in New Castle County or Kent County.

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 (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.


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