Deputy Attorney General I - V Civil, Affirmative Litigation Unit, Kent County

State of Delaware • Dover, DE

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Delaware Department of Justice, Civil Division, Affirmative Litigation Unit, Kent County is looking for a highly motivated and committed Deputy Attorney General to serve in a unique hybrid role where they will serve as general counsel to the Delaware Division of Alcohol and Tobacco Enforcement (“DATE”), and criminally prosecute cases related to violations of Delaware’s marijuana laws. DATE is responsible for the civil and criminal enforcement of the marijuana laws of Title 4 and Title 16. DATE is also responsible for the enforcement of the alcohol laws of Title 4, and youth access to tobacco laws in §§ 1115 through 1127 of Title 11. This Deputy Attorney General works within the Department of Justice’s Affirmative Litigation Unit and will provide legal advice to DATE for both criminal and civil matters. This includes independently handling criminal prosecutions arising from violations of Delaware’s marijuana laws throughout the state, assisting in prosecutions of civil violations of the Liquor Control Act and the Delaware Marijuana Act and will also assist DATE by reviewing and drafting legislation, policies, procedures, MOUs and contracts related to the regulation and enforcement of alcohol, tobacco, and marijuana in the State of Delaware. The DAG may also have other duties related to the Affirmative Litigation Unit and may be required to handle additional assignments as directed by the State Solicitor, Deputy State Solicitor, Unit Head or Assistant Unit Head.

Requirements

• Membership in the Delaware Bar is required.
• Some prior criminal experience.
• Some general counsel experience.
• Ability to take a proactive approach in assisting DATE.
• Demonstrated ability to identify potential issues and addressing such issues to enable DATE to operate effectively.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to communicate clearly with DOJ leadership and DATE.
• Demonstrated legal ability.
• Thorough knowledge of relevant laws and court rules.
• Legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Serve as general counsel to the Delaware Division of Alcohol and Tobacco Enforcement (“DATE”).
• Criminally prosecute cases related to violations of Delaware’s marijuana laws.
• Provide legal advice to DATE for both criminal and civil matters.
• Independently handle criminal prosecutions arising from violations of Delaware’s marijuana laws throughout the state.
• Assist in prosecutions of civil violations of the Liquor Control Act and the Delaware Marijuana Act.
• Assist DATE by reviewing and drafting legislation, policies, procedures, MOUs and contracts related to the regulation and enforcement of alcohol, tobacco, and marijuana in the State of Delaware.
• Handle additional assignments as directed by the State Solicitor, Deputy State Solicitor, Unit Head or Assistant Unit Head.

Benefits

• 37.5 hour work week
• True work/life balance
• 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
• Supportive collaborative work environment
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed