Deputy Attorney General I-V - Delaware Department of Labor

Civil Division - Departments & Agencies Unit - New Castle County

Recruitment #081924-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 Delaware Department of Justice, Civil Division, Departments and Agencies Unit seeks a Deputy Attorney General (“DAG”) to be assigned primarily to provide general counsel to the Delaware Department of Labor (“DOL”).  

This Deputy Attorney General represents the Division of Industrial Affairs, the Industrial Accident Board, the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, the Office of Labor Market Information, the Office of Anti-Discrimination (DOL – EEOC), the Office of Workers Compensation, the Office of Construction Industry Enforcement (Wage & Hour/Child Labor/ Prevailing Wage/ Workplace Fraud/Contractor Registration), and the Office of Safety and Health Administration.  The position may also involve subpoena enforcement for the Division of Unemployment Insurance. 

Career Ladder

The Deputy Attorney General (DAG) career steps and salaries are based on experience, skills and the number of years barred.

Salary: 
Pay Grade A12 DAG I  Salary Range $75,684/min  $83,252/max 
Pay Grade A14 DAG II  Salary Range $87,822/min  $92,106/max 
Pay Grade A16 DAG III  Salary Range $96,997/min  $99,129/max
Pay Grade A18 DAG IV  Salary Range $106,626/min  $108,737/max 
Pay Grade A20 DAG V  Salary Range $118,238/min  $122,920/max 

Essential Functions

Principal Accountabilities include: providing general counsel, filing and presenting wage claim cases in both the Justice of the Peace Courts and the Court of Common Pleas; filing and presenting prevailing wage deficiency cases in the Superior Court; presenting on behalf of the DOL in administrative hearings before the Secretary of Labor on prevailing wage classification disputes, workplace fraud violations, and contractor registry violations; providing legal advice on FOIA issues, prevailing wage issues, wage reporting issues, confidentiality issues; performing contract review; and drafting legislation, administrative regulations and rules.  The DAG may be requested to assist DOL in other matters.

This DAG will handle additional assignments as directed by the State Solicitor, Deputy State Solicitor or Unit Head.  

Job Requirements

Candidates must possess excellent writing, research, statutory interpretation and litigation skills. Experience in prosecuting non-complex litigation before Delaware courts and experience in prosecuting cases before an administrative hearing officer is beneficial.  This DAG should be able to work independently and meet deadlines, with demonstrated legal ability and thorough knowledge of relevant laws and court rules.  Membership in Delaware Bar is required.  

Additional Posting Information

  • 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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