Asst District Attorney

State of Maine•Biddeford, ME

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The York County District Attorney’s Office is seeking a part-time Assistant District Attorney for Prosecutorial District 1. The position is primarily responsible for adult criminal cases and civil violations in the Unified Criminal Court in York County, as well as appellate cases before the Law Court. The posting also describes responsibility for criminal prosecutions in the Unified Criminal Court and appellate cases before the Law Court. The role requires travel, and applicants must have a reliable means of transportation. Candidates should have a strong desire for a career in litigation. Trial experience and developed trial skills are a plus. High ethical standards, sound judgment, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and good organizational and time-management skills are essential. Salary is competitive and based on qualifications, with the stated range established under the applicable wage scale.

Requirements

Must be a member of the Maine Bar in good standing.
Must have a reliable means of transportation.
Strong legal advocacy and writing skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Good organizational and time-management skills.
High ethical standards and sound judgment.
An eye for legal detail and interest in complex state and federal regulations.
Demonstrated ability to function effectively as part of a team.
Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, three references (including one work-related reference), and a copy of Maine Board of Overseers of the Bar certification.

Nice To Haves

Strong desire for a career in litigation.
Trial experience and developed trial skills.

Responsibilities

Handle adult criminal cases and civil violations in the Unified Criminal Court in York County.
Handle criminal prosecutions in the Unified Criminal Court in York County.
Handle appellate cases before the Law Court.
Travel as required for the position.

Benefits

13 paid holidays annually.
12 days of sick leave annually.
More than three weeks of vacation leave annually, with accrual increasing with years of service.
Personal leave for overtime-exempt employees.
State-paid 85%–95% of employee-only health insurance premiums, depending on salary.
Health insurance premium credit reducing employee-only premiums by 5% for participants who meet program requirements.
State-paid 100% of employee-only dental insurance premiums.
State contributions to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS).
Gym membership reimbursement of up to $40 per month.
Health and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
Eligibility for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness as a State of Maine employee.
Employee assistance through the Living Resources Program.
Six weeks of fully paid parental leave for employees welcoming a child; additional unpaid leave may be available under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Voluntary deferred compensation through a MaineSaves 457(b) account.
Income-driven student loan repayment plans, including the SAVE plan, may be used with Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness.
Potential partial loan repayment through the John R. Justice Formula Grant Program.