Closing Date: 18th June, 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
The Delaware Department of Justice (DOJ) is seeking a highly motivated and qualified attorney to serve as a Deputy Attorney General in the Family Division's Child Support Unit, located in New Castle County.
This is an In-House/Internal recruitment. Only current employees of the Delaware Department of Justice are eligible to apply.**
Career Ladder
FY26
Salary:
Essential Functions:
The primary responsibility for the Deputy Attorney General in this Unit is to represent the Division of Child Support Services in achieving the agency objectives of establishing paternity, establishing and enforcing orders for support, the collection of support arrears, and providing general guidance and assistance to the Division of Child Support Services. This position has a high-volume caseload with daily litigation and appellate opportunities.
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.
Career Ladder
FY26
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
Essential Functions:
The primary responsibility for the Deputy Attorney General in this Unit is to represent the Division of Child Support Services in achieving the agency objectives of establishing paternity, establishing and enforcing orders for support, the collection of support arrears, and providing general guidance and assistance to the Division of Child Support Services. This position has a high-volume caseload with daily litigation and appellate opportunities.
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.
