Assistant District Attorney

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Maine Prosecutors Association

Interpersonal Violence Prosecutor (IVP)

 

THIS IS A THREE YEAR GRANT FUNDED POSITION

 

***Please DO NOT APPLY ONLINE – See Application Instructions below ***

Opening Date:  December 4, 2024

Closing Date:  December 18, 2024     

Class Code:  0206

Grade: 1

Salary:  $71,843.20 - $139,110.40/year* (Salary competitive and based upon qualifications)*

*Pursuant to 5 M.R.S. § 196 the salary for this position has been set by the Office of the Attorney General

 Position Number: 006100059

 

JOB DESCRIPTION

This position is the Interpersonal Violence Prosecutor (IVP) for the Maine Prosecutors Association. It reports to the Executive Director of the Maine Prosecutors Association and is not assigned to any prosecutorial district or office. It is a high-level, statewide assistant district attorney position. This position is an employee of the Maine Office of the Attorney General but works under the direction of the Maine Prosecutors Association to facilitate statewide coordination of the prosecution of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking crimes and to assist every prosecutorial district with the prosecution of these crimes. This position will have access to a physical office at their closest District Attorney’s Office, however, remote work is also allowed. 

 

The IVP provides training, education, and technical support to prosecutors and law enforcement agencies throughout Maine for the prosecution of domestic abuse, sexual assault, and stalking crimes. The IVP will do so, in part, by prosecuting these crimes in conjunction with a prosecutorial district, focusing on cases of intimate partner violence, dating violence, stalking or sexual assaults of children between the ages of 11 and 18 and victims that identify with a traditionally underserved population. The IVP will also specialize in the prosecution of domestic abuse and sexual assault crimes when the offender and/or victim are law enforcement officers. 

 

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

• Prosecute intimate partner violence and dating partner crimes, stalking crimes and sexual assault crimes where victims are 11 or older as the lead prosecutor. Priority will be given to cases involving novel legal issues or complex facts. 

• Second seat in-district prosecutors in cases involving intimate partner or dating partner violence crimes and sexual assault crimes where victims are 11 or older. Priority will be given to supporting attorneys who have less than 5 years of experience prosecuting these types of cases. 

• Apply subject matter expertise to coordinate, support, prosecute and/or defend criminal court appeals that involve novel legal questions or are likely to have notable impact on the statewide response to domestic abuse, sexual assault and stalking. 

• Responds to requests for technical legal assistance from Maine domestic abuse and sexual assault prosecutors, victim witness advocates, and law enforcement officers to support a best practice criminal legal system response to victims of domestic abuse, sexual assault and stalking. 

• Teach at multi-disciplinary prosecutor and law enforcement training sessions across the state. The topics covered in these trainings include, but are not limited to Domestic Violence Investigation and Prosecutions, Evidence-Based Prosecutions, Investigating Sexual Assault Cases, and other related subjects.

• Teach at the Maine Criminal Justice Academy during the Basic Law Enforcement Training Program and any other trainings the Academy offers where it is appropriate to have the perspective of a domestic abuse and sexual assault prosecutor. 

• Collaborate with prosecutor coordinators from other states to identify and offer high quality training for Maine prosecutors, law enforcement, and system based and community based advocates to improve our statewide response. 

• Conduct regular and timely consultations on domestic abuse and sexual assault cases with prosecutors and law enforcement officers in Maine. The IVP is available to assist any jurisdiction throughout Maine to provide consultations to prosecutors on domestic and sexual abuse cases, and where appropriate, to assist them in preparation for trial.

• Support efforts to improve the statewide guidance on best practices for prosecutors in the prosecution on domestic abuse, sexual assault, and stalking highlighting the importance of victim centered prosecution. 

• Attend meetings of state boards and committees addressing domestic abuse and sexual assault issues.

• Work in partnership with the Maine Coalition to End Domestic Abuse and Maine Coalition Against Sexual Assault to further the goals of offender accountability and victim safety. 

• Other duties related to the prosecution of domestic abuse, sexual assault, and stalking as requested by the Maine Prosecutors Association. 

• Statewide travel as necessary to carry out these duties.

 

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATONS

This is not an entry level position. Applicants must be members of the Maine Bar in good standing; minimum seven years prosecutorial experience; trial advocacy, legal research, and writing skills; expertise in the areas of domestic abuse, sexual assault, and stalking; and a demonstrated record of community partner outreach/engagement, including communities disproportionately impacted by domestic abuse, sexual assault, and stalking. 

 

Application Instructions – Please DO NOT APPLY ONLINE

If you are interested in applying for this position, prepare a cover letter highlighting your experience and qualifications that make you a strong candidate for the position and the knowledge, skills and abilities required.

Include resume, writing sample, three references (to include one work-related reference), and a copy of your Maine Board of Overseers of the Bar certification. 

Submit all required documentation to the Maine Prosecutors Association at the following email address: shira.burns@maineprosecutors.com.  Please use the following format for email subject line: Position – Last Name, First Initial;  EXAMPLE:  ADA Franklin – Doe, J.

The DAO is not responsible for late receipt of applications due to mail service, faxing malfunctions or electronic transmission malfunctions.

Job offer to new hire is conditional upon verification of credentials, criminal records, and driver’s license check, and professional license requirements if applicable.

Please direct all questions to Executive Director Shira Burns via email at shira.burns@maineprosecutors.com. 

 

BENEFITS

No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including: 

• Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave. 

• Health Insurance Coverage– The State of Maine pays 8585%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.  

• Health Insurance Premium Credit– Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements. 

• Dental Insurance– The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value). 

• Retirement Plan– The State of Maine contributes 13.29% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.  

• Gym Membership Reimbursement– Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense. 

• Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts– Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses. 

• Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness– The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office. 

• ●    Income Driven Repayment Plans – Income-driven repayment (IDR) plans including the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan are available for employees and can be used in conjunction with the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.

●    John R. Justice (JRJ) Formula Grant Program- The State of Maine is a recipient of the JRJ Grant Program that provides pa

• Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.

• Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.  

• Voluntary Deferred Compensation– Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions. 

• Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness. 

 

The District Attorney’s Office, Maine State Government and the Office of the Attorney General are Equal Opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities