Deputy Attorney General I-V Defensive Litigation Unit - DelDOT (primary assignment)

The Department of Justice (“DOJ”) seeks a Deputy Attorney General (“DAG”) to serve as a red light and speed camera prosecutor.  This DAG position is in the Civil Division, Defensive Litigation Unit (“DLU”), in New Castle or Kent County, and is primarily responsible for advising DelDOT on its Electronic Safety Enforcement Programs (“ESEP”).   This DAG will primarily represent the State as a prosecutor in all civil electronic enforcement matters in JP Court statewide, communicate with the court and law enforcement regarding the scheduling of calendars and any requested discovery and motion practice, and litigate appeals of administrative decisions. This DAG will advise DelDOT on ESEP compliance with Federal and State laws, review civil ESEP violations and respond to questions from stakeholders and motorists, negotiate statewide ESEP contracts, resolve ESEP vendor related issues, and draft, review, and respond to existing, new, or proposed legislation or regulations related to ESEP. 

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

Pay Grade 12 DAG I     Annual salary $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  $104,137/max

Pay Grade 18 DAG IV   Salary Range $112,013/min $117,440/max 

Pay Grade 20 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 hold active bar admission

Membership in Delaware Bar is required.  The most qualified candidates have some prior general counsel, insurance defense, litigation experience, or prosecution 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 to meet departmental needs and meeting schedules.  Hearings before the JP Court occur in New Castle, and Sussex County currently. The DOJ will provide an office for this DAG in a DOJ Office.

• 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 6/18/2026 upon filling the vacant position.
• This position can be based in either New Castle County or Kent County

• 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.
• 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.

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 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.