Assistant Unit Head Deputy Attorney General V - Felony Trial Unit Criminal Division - Castl

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. 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.

The Criminal Division seeks a Deputy Attorney General to serve as Assistant Unit Head (AUH) for the New Castle County Felony Trial Unit.

• 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

The Assistant Unit Head will serve with two other AUHs in managing the New Castle County Felony Trial Unit, which consists of 15 Deputy Attorneys General, six Legal Assistants, and six Legal Administrative Specialists. The unit prosecutes all felonies that occur in New Castle County except for homicides, sex offenses, and domestic violence related cases. The AUH must maintain strong working relationships with police agencies in New Castle County, the courts, and the defense bar.

Responsibilities include mentoring and training staff, overseeing unit operations, conducting managerial tasks, observing trials to provide feedback, and managing a personal caseload while coordinating with other Deputy Attorneys General to try cases that proceed to trial.

• Strong leadership skills to manage staff and conduct trainings.
• High proficiency in criminal prosecution.
• Ability to evaluate cases, determine resolutions, anticipate legal issues, and conduct thorough research.
• Delaware Bar membership required.

• Please upload a recent copy of your resume as part of the application process.
• This position is exempt from the State of Delaware Merit System.

• 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 falls under a collective bargaining agreement with an exclusive bargaining representative as per Title 29, Chapter 59, and Title 19, Chapters 13 and 16.

• May be eligible for 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 https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/.

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 . TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 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.