Closing Date: 20th 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 seeks a Deputy Attorney General for the Civil Division in the Financial Integrity Protection Unit in New Castle County. This Deputy Attorney General will advise the Delaware Public Employees' Retirement System, the Board of Pension Trustees, and the Office of Pensions on issues including investments, plan interpretation and administration, governance, regulatory matters, and securities litigation. Travel within the State is required.

If you have any questions about the position or would like to learn more, please contact Jason W. Staib, Deputy Attorney General, at (302) 577- 8304 or by email at jason.staib@delaware.gov.

Job Requirements:
The selected candidate must have excellent writing skills, demonstrate sound judgment, and have a background or interest in finance and/or investment. Familiarity with ERISA and fiduciary obligations is helpful but not required. Membership in the Delaware Bar is required.

Additional Posting Information
  • Travel within the State is required.
  • 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 2/20/2025 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.