Closing Date: 21st February, 2025
Description:
Introduction:A Government Entity, 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
A Government Entity is seeking a Deputy Attorney General (DAG) for the Civil Division, to serve in the Environmental Unit in New Castle County. The Environmental Unit offers advice on a full range of legal issues to Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC), which includes the following Divisions: Waste and Hazardous Substances, Fish & Wildlife, Parks & Recreation, Watershed Stewardship, Water, Coastal, Climate & Energy, and the Environmental Crimes Unit. Representation includes enforcement of environmental laws and permit violations through administrative actions and litigation.
Preferred Qualification:
Applicants who do not possess the preferred qualification will still be eligible to compete for this position if job requirements are met.- Experience in litigation and administrative law, including regulatory practice.
- Background in natural resources law and environmental issues.
Essential Functions:
This Deputy Attorney General works within the Department of Justice's Environmental Unit and serves as one of the DAGs assigned to represent the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC). This DAG will also defend DNREC before administrative boards and Delaware Courts, review of documents, permits and contracts, and review of legislation and regulations, as well as advice in areas such as human relations and risk management. Representation includes enforcement of environmental laws and permit violations through administrative actions and litigation.
Job Requirements:
Membership in the Delaware Bar is required.
Additional Posting Information
Conditions of Hire
- 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 2/21/2025 upon filling the vacant position.
Conditions of Hire
- 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.