Deputy Attorney General I-V - Misdemeanor Trial Unit

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.

The Criminal Division, Misdemeanor Trial Unit, in Kent County, seeks a Deputy Attorney General (“DAG”) to represent the State of Delaware in handling a large caseload of misdemeanor calendars. 

This position is centrally located in historic Dover, Delaware, a short drive from Delaware’s scenic beaches and a comfortable commute from New Castle County.  The lawyer selected for this position will have the opportunity to work in a fast-paced, fulfilling, and dynamic team environment.  Those who work in the Criminal Division have a strong dedication to justice and make an immediate impact in the lives of others, by both protecting and restoring crime victims and crafting the rehabilitation of offenders. 

Prosecutors are in Court on a weekly basis and try cases regularly, gaining valuable courtroom skills. Successful applicants will receive support from our experienced Kent County leadership team. There are numerous in-house trainings as well as the opportunity to attend national, regional, and local conferences and seminars.  The Deputy Attorney General filling this position should be prepared to gain:

• A keen understanding of evidentiary rules, court rules and decorum, and applicable statutes
• Excellent negotiation and trial advocacy skills
• The correct way to evaluate a case to ensure justice for victims, society, and defendants
• Time management skills to allow competent representation as well as work-life balance.

The skills honed with the Criminal Division allow Deputy Attorneys General to become some of the best trial attorneys in Delaware. The mission of the Criminal Division is to represent the State in all criminal prosecutions and, in so doing, safeguard the human rights of victims and their families and the constitutional rights of the accused.  Prosecutors in the Criminal Division prepare, present, and prosecute cases ranging from traffic violations through murder before Delaware Superior Court. Additionally, prosecutors work in conjunction with law enforcement agencies by providing legal support and assistance with investigations.  

The Deputy Attorney General will be required to decide which cases should be prosecuted, which should be resolved with pleas, and which cases should be resolved with trials.  The DAG will formulate specific plea offers on a case-by-case basis and will try cases which are not otherwise resolved.  The DAG will be expected to handle a wide variety of criminal cases, to meet with members of the public, and to conduct negotiations with defense counsel.  

• 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 10/22/2025 upon filling the vacant position.

• 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 part of a job classification that is represented by an exclusive bargaining representative (labor organization), as elected by employees in accordance with Title 29, Chapter 59 and Title 19, Chapters 13 and 16. While this position is now covered under a bargaining unit, a collective bargaining agreement is currently under negotiation, and terms and conditions of employment may be subject to change upon its ratification.

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.