Deputy Attorney General/UI Appeal Board & Div of Prof Regulation

Affirmative Litigation Unit - Civil Division - New Castle County

Recruitment #071224-MUAF25-150100

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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 Delaware Department of Justice is seeking an exceptional and highly motivated individual to join the Affirmative Litigation Unit within the Civil Division in the New Castle County office as a Deputy Attorney General.

The Affirmative Litigation Unit (ALU) represents the State of Delaware in a wide variety of novel and interesting civil and administrative matters.  This Deputy Attorney General (DAG) position handles two key parts of ALU’s responsibilities: (1) serving as general counsel to the Unemployment Insurance Appeal Board (UIAB) and (2) conducting administrative prosecutions to enforce the rules and regulations of the many boards and commissions that regulate professional conduct in Delaware pursuant to Title 24 and 29 Del. C. § 8735.  The DAG will also be assigned other duties by Unit leadership on an as-needed basis.

If you have any questions about the position or would like to learn more, please contact Kemba Lydia-Moore, Deputy Attorney General, at (302) 577- 8409 or by
email at kemba.lydia-moore@delaware.gov.

Essential Functions

As UIAB general counsel, the DAG will review appeals to the Board for timeliness, provide legal advice to the Board at hearings, draft decisions, and represent the Board in Rule 72 appeals to the Superior Court.  This is a fast-paced position that handles a significant volume of cases for the UIAB.  Specific duties include attending hearings, drafting numerous opinions and orders, legal research, and other UIAB legal matters as needed.

ALU’s administrative prosecutors appear on behalf of the State in administrative disciplinary hearings against licensees who are alleged to have violated the statutes and regulations of their professions.  ALU DAGs are on the front line of protecting the public from unprofessional conduct.
 

If you have any questions about the position or would like to learn more, please contact Kemba Lydia-Moore, Deputy Attorney General, at (302) 577- 8409 or by email at kemba.lydia-moore@delaware.gov.

Job Requirements

Required skills for this DAG position include being a self-starter with the ability to handle complex legal issues independently; quickly evaluating and determining cases; anticipating legal issues; the ability to conduct legal research accurately and effectively; and giving sound legal advice to clients based upon the relevant regulations, statutes, caselaw and other authorities.

ALU DAGs must be able to develop a good working relationship with other DAGs, Board members, support staff, law enforcement, and agency personnel.  ALU DAGs must have the determination, ability, and judgment to quickly learn and independently apply the relevant laws, regulations, and court rules.  

Must be a member of the Delaware Bar or eligible to practice law pursuant to Delaware Supreme Court Rule 55.

Additional Posting Information

  • This position will require some travel to Kent County.
  • Please be sure to upload a recent copy of your resume, as you complete the application process for this posting.
  • This position is exempt from the State of Delaware Merit System.  
  • This posting may close before 11/21/2024 upon filling the vacant position(s).

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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