Deputy Attorney General Civil Division /Defensive Litigation Unit

Job Description

Deputy Attorney General Civil Division /Defensive Litigation Unit

Recruitment #092126-UUAF24-150100

Opening Date

9/22/2026 12:00:00 AM

Closing Date

10/26/2026 11:59:00 PM

Type of Recruitment

Exempt-Non Merit

Salary

Yearly: $86,664.00/min - $147,318.00

Salary Plan

G150

Pay Grade

1214161820

Shift Hours

8am - 4:30pm

Employment Type

Anticipated Vacancy

Employment Term

Regular

Agency

Legal/Office of Attorney General

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Introduction

Delaware's Attorney General, 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

Delaware's Attorney General,
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, student loan
forgiveness, pension eligibility, and a supportive collaborative work
environment.

The Department of Justice ("DOJ") seeks a Deputy Attorney General
("DAG") to serve as a civil litigation attorney, representing the State and its
employees in tort, primarily automobile accident, causes of action. This DAG position is in the Civil Division, Defensive
Litigation Unit ("DLU"), in New Castle County.
The Deputy Attorneys General in the Defensive Litigation Unit defend the
State, its agencies, officials and employees in civil litigation in a wide
variety of matters. Primarily, this
position works with the State Coverage Office in defending personal injury
causes of action brought against the State.
Cases are handled in both state and federal court. Qualified applicants
must be able to effectively handle civil litigation, develop a good working
relationship with other Deputy Attorneys General, support staff, and clients
and must have the ability and determination to learn new areas of the law. Membership in Delaware Bar required.

This
DAG will have other comparable duties, as well as handling additional
assignments as directed by the State Solicitor, Deputy State Solicitor, Unit
Head, or Assistant Unit Head.

This posting may close on or
before the stated closing date upon filling the vacant position. This position is located in New Castle County.

Career Ladder

Pay
Grade 12 DAG I Salary Range $86,664/min - $95,329/max
Pay
Grade 14 DAG II Salary
Range $100,562/min $105,468/max
Pay
Grade 16 DAG III Salary
Range $111,069/min $113,509/max
Pay
Grade 18 DAG IV Salary
Range $122,094/min $128,010/max
Pay
Grade 20 DAG V Salary
Range $137,215/min $147,318/max

Essential Functions

Job Requirements

Membership
in Delaware Bar is required. The most
qualified candidates have some prior general
litigation experience;
however, such expertise and experiences are not required for selection. The DAG
should be able to work independently, meet deadlines, and communicate clearly
with client agencies, and should have demonstrated legal ability and a thorough
knowledge of relevant laws and court rules. The
DAG must have a willingness to travel within the state when needed to meet
departmental needs and court schedules.

Additional Posting Information

·
Please be sure to upload a
recent copy of your resume, as you complete the application process.
·
This position is exempt from
the State of Delaware Merit System.

Conditions of Hire

· 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.
·
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

·
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.

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For further assistance, you may contact us by phone at (302) 739-5458,

or e-mail at jobs@delaware.gov.

Minimum Qualifications

Membership in Delaware Bar is required. The most qualified candidates have some prior general litigation experience; however, such expertise and experiences are not required for selection. The DAG should be able to work independently, meet deadlines, and communicate clearly with client agencies, and should have demonstrated legal ability and a thorough knowledge of relevant laws and court rules. The DAG must have a willingness to travel within the state when needed to meet departmental needs and court schedules. Additional Posting Information · Please be sure to upload a recent copy of your resume, as you complete the application process. · This position is exempt from the State of Delaware Merit System. Conditions of Hire · 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. · 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.

Requirements

Requirements

Membership
in Delaware Bar is required. The most
qualified candidates have some prior general
litigation experience;
however, such expertise and experiences are not required for selection. The DAG
should be able to work independently, meet deadlines, and communicate clearly
with client agencies, and should have demonstrated legal ability and a thorough
knowledge of relevant laws and court rules. The
DAG must have a willingness to travel within the state when needed to meet
departmental needs and court schedules.

Additional Posting Information

·
Please be sure to upload a
recent copy of your resume, as you complete the