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LOCATION
Machias, Maine
POSTED
30+ days ago
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Assistant District Attorney
Prosecutorial District 7, Hancock and Washington Counties
***Please DO NOT APPLY ONLINE - See Applications Instructions below ***
Opening Date: 5/20/2026
Closing Date: 6/04/2026
Class Code: 0206
Position Number: 006100025
Grade: 1
Salary: Salary: $71,843.20 - $139,110.40/year
(Salary competitive and based upon qualifications)*
*Pursuant to 5 MRS § 196 the salary for this position has been set by the Office of the Attorney General
District 7 (Hancock County and Washington County) District Attorney's Office is seeking a full-time Assistant District Attorney.
The Assistant District Attorney will be primarily responsible for criminal prosecutions in the Unified Criminal Court in Hancock County as well as appellate cases before the Law Court. ADAs could occasionally handle conflict cases in our Washington County Offices.
District Attorney's Office
MINIMUM QUALIFICATONS
Candidates should have a strong desire for a career in litigation. Trial experience and developed trial skills a plus. High ethical standards, sound judgment, discretion, strong communication and inter-personal skills, and good organizational/time management skills are essential. Candidates must be members of the Maine Bar and in good standing. Salary and benefits are as established by the wage scale established by the Attorney General's Office.
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 Office of the District Attorney, 70 State Street, Ellsworth, Maine 04605 or email District Attorney Robert Granger
Please use the following format for email subject line: Position - Last Name, First Initial. Example: ADA Hancock County - Doe, J.
The DAO is not responsible for late receipt of applications due to mail service, faxing malfunctions, or electronic transmission malfunctions.
Job offers to new hire is conditional upon verification of credentials, criminal records, and driver's license check, and professional license requirements if applicable.
Please direct questions to District Attorney Robert Granger via email at robert.granger@maineprosecutors.com or call 207-667-4621.
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 85%-100% of employee-only premiums ($9,893.52-$11,057.52 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find the premium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage BENEFITS
Maine state employees 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. Overtime-exempt employees receive