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State of Delaware

Deputy Attorney General I-V - Child Support Unit

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  • Gig
  • Dover, DE
May 19, 2025 Attorney Family Law

Job Description

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 (DOJ) is seeking an exceptional and highly motivated individual for the Family Division, to serve in the Child Support Unit in New Castle County as a Deputy Attorney General. 
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  Hourly Salary Range $38.81/min  $42.69/max 
Pay Grade A14 DAG II  Hourly Salary Range $45.03/min  $47.23/max 
Pay Grade A16 DAG III  Hourly Salary Range $49.74/min  $51.97/max
Pay Grade A18 DAG IV  Hourly Salary Range $54.68/min  $57.38/max 
Pay Grade A20 DAG V  Hourly Salary Range $60.63/min  $63.03/max 

Essential Functions

The primary responsibility for the Deputy Attorney General in this Unit is to represent the Division of Child Support Services in achieving the agency objectives of establishing paternity, establishing and enforcing orders for support, the collection of support arrears, and providing general guidance and assistance to the Division of Child Support Services.  This position has a high-volume caseload with daily litigation and appellate opportunities.

This is a Casual/Seasonal position, currently approved to work up to 37.5 hours per week and is a non-pension eligible position without healthcare and/or other benefits.


Job Requirements
A qualified candidate’s strengths will include the ability to work independently, evaluate cases, meet deadlines, anticipate legal issues, and research accurately and effectively.  Candidates must have the ability to learn and apply relevant laws, rules of evidence, and court rules.  Candidates must also have excellent verbal and written communication skills.  Related experience in Family Court is preferred. The position will require some statewide travel to various meetings, trainings and hearings.  Membership in the Delaware Bar is not required, but applicant must be eligible for limited admission pursuant to Supreme Court Rule 55.  
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 position will require some statewide travel to various meetings, trainings and hearings.   
  • This posting may close before 6/9/2025 upon filling the vacant position.

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.
  • This position is part of a job classification that is represented by an exclusive bargaining representative (labor organization), as elected by employees in accordance with Title 29, Chapter 59 and Title 19, Chapters 13 and 16. While this position is now covered under a bargaining unit, a collective bargaining agreement is currently under negotiation, and terms and conditions of employment may be subject to change upon its ratification.

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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