Closing Date: 11th July, 2026
Description:
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
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.
The Delaware Department of Justice, Civil Division, Affirmative Litigation Unit, Kent County is looking for a highly motivated and committed Deputy Attorney General to serve in a unique hybrid role where they will serve as general counsel to the Delaware Division of Alcohol and Tobacco Enforcement (“DATE”), and criminally prosecute cases related to violations of Delaware's marijuana laws. DATE is responsible for the civil and criminal enforcement of the marijuana laws of Title 4 and Title 16. DATE is also responsible for the enforcement of the alcohol laws of Title 4, and youth access to tobacco laws in 1115 through 1127 of Title 11.
This posting may close on or before the stated closing date upon filling the vacant position.
Career Ladder
FY 26
Pay Grade 12 DAG I Annual salary $79,508.00/min $87,458.00/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
Essential Functions:
This Deputy Attorney General works within the Department of Justice's Affirmative Litigation Unit and will provide legal advice to DATE for both criminal and civil matters. This includes independently handling criminal prosecutions arising from violations of Delaware's marijuana laws throughout the state, assisting in prosecutions of civil violations of the Liquor Control Act and the Delaware Marijuana Act and will also assist DATE by reviewing and drafting legislation, policies, procedures, MOUs and contracts related to the regulation and enforcement of alcohol, tobacco, and marijuana in the State of Delaware.
The DAG may also have other duties related to the Affirmative Litigation Unit and may be required to handle additional assignments as directed by the State Solicitor, Deputy State Solicitor, Unit Head or Assistant Unit Head.
Job Requirements:
The most qualified candidates have some prior criminal and general counsel experience. The DAG should be able to take a proactive approach in assisting DATE, by demonstrating the ability to identify potential issues and addressing such issues to enable DATE to operate effectively. The DAG should be able to work independently, meet deadlines, communicate clearly with DOJ leadership and DATE, and should have demonstrated legal ability and a thorough knowledge of relevant laws and court rules. Membership in the Delaware Bar is 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.
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.