Deputy Attorney General I-V/Fraud and Consumer Protection Division/Senate Bill 40

Work location flexible – New Castle, Kent, or Sussex Co.

Recruitment #021726-UUAF25-150100

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Introduction


HAVE YOU THOUGHT ABOUT A CAREER COMBINING YOUR LEGAL PROWESS WITH PUBLIC SERVICE?


Understandably, many legal professionals are drawn to private practice. However, for many, the benefits of supporting state government and building a career in public service can be equally—if not more—rewarding. 


A career with the State of Delaware may offer:


  • Possible eligibility for state and federal loan forgiveness
  • State of Delaware health, vision, and dental plans
  • State of Delaware pension plan and 457(b) retirement plan
  • Over four weeks of vacation and three weeks of paid sick leave each year
  • Up to 24 weeks of paid parental leave
  • Potential real courtroom experience within your first year of employment

If these benefits appeal to you as a legal professional, the Delaware Department of Justice may be your employer of choice.


About the Office of the Attorney General


Delaware’s Attorney General—the State’s chief law enforcement officer—has broad responsibility for combating crime, upholding civil rights, safeguarding families, fighting fraud, and protecting consumers in the First State.


To carry out this mission, Attorney General Kathy Jennings is supported by teams of talented attorneys and staff across the Criminal, Civil, Family, Fraud and Consumer Protection, and Civil Rights and Public Trust Divisions. More than 500 dedicated professionals work together to serve all Delawareans with integrity and passion.


Deputy Attorneys General, supported by criminal special investigators, victim service specialists, paraprofessionals, and administrative staff, prosecute criminal cases, enforce consumer protection laws, advise state agencies, ensure public access to open government, protect vulnerable populations, and much more.

Summary Statement

The Delaware Department of Justice is seeking an exceptional and highly motivated attorney to join the Consumer Protection Unit within the Fraud & Consumer Protection Division as a Deputy Attorney General (DAG). The selected candidate will be responsible for implementing and enforcing the duties established under Senate Bill 40.  Work location is flexible and may be based in New Castle, Kent, or Sussex County.

Senate Bill 40 expands the scope of the Consumer Fraud Act by making certain patterns or practices of violations by landlords of Manufactured Home Communities an unlawful consumer fraud practice. The legislation further authorizes the Attorney General to initiate legal action, including filing petitions in Justice of the Peace Court to establish receiverships of Manufactured Home Communities under specified circumstances. 

The Consumer Protection Unit has enforcement authority over more than 40 different state and federal laws, with a focus on the Consumer Fraud Act and the Uniform Deceptive Trade Practices Act in Title 6 of the Delaware Code.  The Consumer Protection Unit prosecutes civil and administrative cases and also conducts multistate investigations in coordination with other states’ attorney general offices. 

 ***This position may be eligible for telework for up to three days per week***

***Initial Application Review Date: March 3rd***


Career Ladder

Salary: 
Pay Grade 12 DAG I   Salary Range $79,508/min   $87,458/max
Pay Grade 14 DAG II   Salary Range $92,259/min  $96,760/max 
Pay Grade 16 DAG III   Salary Range $101,898/min  $106,468/max
Pay Grade 18 DAG IV   Salary Range $112,031/min  $119,317/max 
Pay Grade 20 DAG V   Salary Range $125,885/min  $135,154/max 

Essential Functions

This Deputy Attorney General will be responsible for all phases of litigation and other enforcement actions, including working with special investigators conducting consumer protection investigations, drafting and filing initial pleadings, conducting discovery, engaging in settlement negotiations, and trying cases before a jury, judge, or administrative hearing officer.  This Deputy Attorney General will manage complex litigation as necessary in all Delaware courts and will often be responsible for negotiating resolutions of consumer complaints.  This Deputy Attorney General will also provide consumer education to the public and work with other state and governmental agencies to address consumer protection issues. 

While the DAGs primary responsibility will be the implementation and enforcement of Senate Bill 40, the DAG will be assigned to other matters involving consumer protection issues.
 
**This position may be eligible for telework for up to three days per week**

Job Requirements

This is a challenging position that provides an opportunity to investigate and litigate a wide range of matters including many large and complex consumer frauds.  This Deputy Attorney General should be able to work independently and meet deadlines.  Candidates should have a record of solid academic achievement, relevant work experience, and good writing skills.  Familiarity with finance or accounting is helpful, but not a prerequisite.  We seek an individual with a strong commitment to working in the public interest.  Delaware Bar Admission or a willingness to sit for the next Delaware Bar exam required.  

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 position may be eligible for telework for up to three day per week.   
  • Work location flexible – New Castle, Kent, or Sussex Co.
  • This posting may close before 5/21/2026 upon filling the vacant position.

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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