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Deputy Attorney General I-V Casual/Seasonal Family, Child Support, New Castle County

State of Delaware · Delaware, United States · 3 wk ago
Legal$38.81/hrTemporary

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. The DAG will appear in Family Court on behalf of the Division, prepare legal filings and briefs, conduct legal research, negotiate settlements, manage complex family law matters, and collaborate with agency staff to achieve the Division's mission.

Job Requirements

  • The most qualified candidates have some prior criminal and general counsel experience.
  • The DAG should be able to take a proactive approach in assisting DATE, by demonstrating the ability to identify potential issues and addressing such issues to enable DATE to operate effectively.
  • The DAG should be able to work independently, meet deadlines, communicate clearly with DOJ leadership and DATE, and should have demonstrated legal ability and a thorough knowledge of relevant laws and court rules.
  • Membership in the Delaware Bar is required.

Related Experience

The DAG should have related experience in Family Court is preferred.

Qualifications

  • Professionalism, integrity, commitment to public service, and flexibility with casual/seasonal employment terms.
  • Casual seasonal position that is non-pension-eligible and does not include health care or other benefits.
  • This position is approved to work up to 37.5 hours per week and is paid on an hourly basis for hours worked.

Pay

  • FY 26 Pay Grades: A12, A14, A16, A18, A20.
  • DAG I: Hourly Salary Range $38.81/min $42.69/max.
  • DAG II: Hourly Salary Range $45.03/min $47.23/max.
  • DAG III: Hourly Salary Range $49.74/min $51.97/max.
  • DAG IV: Hourly Salary Range $54.68/min $57.38/max.
  • DAG V: Hourly Salary Range $60.63/min $63.03/max.

Schedule

  • This is a casual seasonal position that is non-pension-eligible and does not include health care or other benefits.
  • This position is approved to work up to 37.5 hours per week and is paid on an hourly basis for hours worked.

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