Closing Date: 15th January, 2026
Description:
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
The
Department of Justice is seeking two Deputy Attorneys General to join
the Family Division's Child Protection Unit, with one position in Sussex
County and one in New Castle County. These Deputy Attorneys General
primarily represent the Division of Family Services (“DFS”) in complex
Dependency and Neglect Custody hearings, Termination of Parental Rights
hearings, and Child Protection Registry Substantiation hearings before
the Family Court. They also handle Supreme Court appeals arising from
these matters, attend hearings, draft and respond to pleadings,
participate in case planning meetings with DFS, and prepare appellate
briefs. This work plays a vital role in protecting Delaware's abused,
dependent, and neglected children.Career Ladder
Salary:- Pay Grade 12 DAG I Salary Range $79,508/min $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 $106,468/max
- Pay Grade 18 DAG IV Salary Range $112,031/min $119,317/max
- Pay Grade 20 DAG V Salary Range $125,885/min $135,154/max
Job Requirements:
A qualified candidate's strengths will include the ability to work independently, evaluate cases, meet deadlines, anticipate legal issues, and research accurately and effectively. Candidates must have the ability to learn and apply relevant laws, rules of evidence, and court rules. Candidates must also have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Related experience in Family Court is preferred. The position will require some statewide travel to various meetings, trainings and hearings. Membership in the Delaware Bar is not required, but applicant must be eligible for limited admission pursuant to Supreme Court Rule 55.
Additional Posting Information
- This posting may close on or before 1/15/2026 upon filling the vacant positions.
- 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.
Benefits:
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:
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.