IntroductionDelaware'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.
The White Collar Crime Unit (“WCCU”) in the Fraud & Consumer Protection Division seeks a Deputy Attorney General. The WCCU is based in New Castle County and prosecutes crimes that involve financial misconduct and such other criminal matters assigned by the Division Director. The WCCU also pursues civil actions under the Delaware False Claims and Reporting Act for fraud committed against the government.
While this DAG will work as part of a team with the other members of the WCCU on the full range of WCCU cases, this DAG’s priority caseload will address matters involving Title 30 felony taxation offenses referred to the WCCU by the Criminal Investigations Section of the Division of Revenue.
***Initial Application Review Date: December 4, 2024***
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 Annual salary $83,252
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
This Deputy Attorney General, under the guidance of Unit leadership, will decide what cases should be prosecuted, which should plead out, what specific plea offers should be extended on a case by case basis, which cases should be resolved by a trial, and will try the cases that are not otherwise resolved. While based in New Castle County, the WCCU prosecutes criminal matters statewide and travel throughout the state, including muti-day court proceedings in Kent and Sussex Counties, may be necessary. Additional duties for the DAG would include the representing the Unit at meetings involving business crime issues (including with federal counterparts), meeting with referral agencies to address issues in the investigation and prosecution of cases within the Unit’s jurisdiction, performing intakes and reviewing cases for prosecution.
While this DAG will work as part of a team with the other members of the WCCU on the full range of WCCU cases, this DAG’s priority caseload will address matters involving Title 30 felony taxation offenses referred to the WCCU by the Criminal Investigations Section of the Division of Revenue.
Because the WCCU works closely with, and relies upon, our investigative partners throughout the State, the successful candidate must have or be able to develop a good working relationship with other deputy attorneys general, investigative partners, support staff and court personnel.
This is a challenging position that provides an opportunity to investigate and litigate a wide range of matters including many large and complex frauds. This Deputy Attorney General should be able to work independently and meet deadlines. Candidates should have a record of solid academic achievement, relevant work experience, and good writing skills. Candidates should have an understanding of all facets of the investigation and litigation of complex criminal matters. Preferred skills include substantial felony trial experience, substantial experience handling document-intensive cases involving financial misconduct, and the ability to evaluate criminal cases. Familiarity with finance, tax, or accounting is helpful, but not a prerequisite. Membership in the Delaware Bar is required. We seek an individual with a strong commitment to working in the public interest.
- 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 12/19/2024 upon filling the vacant position.
- 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.
Department of Justice Benefits Include:
- 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 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.