Dep. Atty. Gen. I–V – Health Law Unit / Dept. of Health & Soc. Servs. (DHSS)
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Delaware's Attorney General, the State's chief law enforcement officer, has a broad responsibility to combat crime, uphold civil rights, safeguard families, provide legal services to entirety of state government, and fight fraud.
In the Civil Division, approximately 80 attorneys provide legal support to the executive branch agencies in the form of general counsel advice, administrative hearing prosecutions, board representation, and all stages of civil litigation.
Attorneys in the Civil Division enjoy a 37.5 hour work week with true work/life balance including: a hybrid work environment, no billable hours, generous paid time off, affordable benefits plans, free trainings and CLE, 12 weeks paid parental leave, student loan forgiveness, pension eligibility, and a supportive collaborative work environment.
The Delaware Department of Justice is seeking a Deputy Attorney General (DAG) to join its Health Law Unit, Civil Division, to represent the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS). This position will involve general counsel duties for certain Divisions within DHSS including the Division of Social Services, Division of Child Support Services, Delaware Health Care Commission, Health Resources Board, and the Behavioral Health Consortium.
The DAG will have other duties related to the HLU, as well as handling additional assignments as directed by the State Solicitor, Deputy State Solicitor, Unit Head, or Assistant Unit Head.
**If you have any questions about the position or would like to learn more, please contact Valerie Farnan, Deputy Attorney General, at valerie.farnan@delaware.gov**
*Pay Grade 12 DAG I Annual salary $87,458
Pay Grade 14 DAG II Salary Range $92,259/min $96,760/max
Pay Grade 16 DAG III Salary Range $101,898/min $104,137/max
Pay Grade 18 DAG IV Salary Range $112,013/min $117,440/max
Pay Grade 20 DAG V Salary Range $125,885/min $135,154/max
The salary of $87,458 for the Deputy Attorney General I position applies to candidates who hold active bar admission
Membership in Delaware Bar is required. The most qualified candidates have some prior general counsel or litigation experience, and some familiarity with health law; however, such expertise and experiences are not required for selection. The DAG should be able to take a proactive approach to assisting its agency clients, therefore a successful candidate should have the ability to work with State agencies to identify potential issues and assist State agencies to address such issues to minimize or avoid future legal action. The DAG should be able to work independently, meet deadlines, communicate clearly with client agencies, and should have demonstrated legal ability and a thorough knowledge of relevant laws and court rules.
The DAG must have a willingness to travel within the state to meet departmental needs and meeting schedules.
- This posting may close on or before 1/15/2026 upon filling the vacant position.
- This position is located in New Castle 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.
- Employment is contingent upon satisfactory background checks.
- 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 a classification organized under an exclusive bargaining representative (labor organization) that has been elected by employees as their representative for collective bargaining and other applicable terms and conditions of employment, in accordance with Title 29, Chapter 59 and Title 19, Chapter 13 and 16. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement based on its individual terms.
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.
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