Unit Head/Deputy Attorney General - Special Victims Unit

Criminal Division - Sussex County

Recruitment #070824-MUAF24-150100

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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, 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 Criminal Division seeks a Deputy Attorney General to serve as Unit Head for the Special Victims Unit in Sussex County.  This position reports to the Sussex County Chief Prosecutor.  

Essential Functions

This Unit Head supervises the Deputy Attorneys General, Legal Assistants, and Legal Administrative Specialists assigned to the Special Victims Unit in Sussex County.  This Unit Head will have their own caseload of homicide, child abuse, and sexual assault cases, in addition to handling administrative and personnel functions, and overseeing the cases within the Unit.  This Unit Head works closely with law enforcement, child protection agencies, and the Courts to address issues with the cases. This Unit Head must be on call and available to respond to law enforcement and Deputy Attorneys General after hours. 

Job Requirements

Interested applicants should have substantial felony trial experience, experience working with victims, and the ability to evaluate criminal cases, to determine resolutions, and to anticipate legal issues.  This position requires prosecution skills, leadership qualities and substantial interpersonal skills.  Interested applicants must be a member of the Delaware Bar.

Additional Posting Information

  • Please be sure to upload a recent copy of your resume, as you complete the application process for this posting.

Conditions of Hire

  • Criminal background check: 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.

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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