Deputy Attorney General I-V Departments & Agencies/Department of Labor

Introduction

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.Â

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. Â

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.

Summary Statement

The Delaware Department of Justice is looking for a highly motivated and committed Deputy Attorney General (âDAGâ) to provide general counsel to the Delaware Department of Labor (âDOLâ), specifically the Division of Employment & Training, Division of Industrial Affairs, Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, Office of Occupational & Labor Market Information, and the Industrial Accident Board.

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The Division of Employment & Training operates a statewide labor exchange system, providing services that enable employers and job seekers to make informed employment and training choices that lead to employment. The Division of Industrial Affairs works with employees, employers, and youth workers to keep workplaces fair, safe, and equal, and handles wage and hour issues, worker safety concerns, discrimination claims, youth work permits, prevailing wage matters, and workersâ compensation. The Division of Vocational Rehabilitation provides individualized services to assist Delawareans with disabilities in developing skill sets to prepare for, obtain, and maintain employment. The Office of Occupational & Labor Market Information analyzes and prepares reports on workforce, employment, economic and demographic data.

Career Ladder

Pay Grade 12 DAG IÂ Â Â Â Annual salary $87,458/max

Pay Grade 14 DAG IIÂ Â Â Salary Range $92,259/min $96,760/maxÂ

Pay Grade 16 DAG III  Salary Range $101,898/min $104,137/max

Pay Grade 18 DAG IVÂ Â Salary Range $112,013/min $117,440/maxÂ

Pay Grade 20 DAG VÂ Â Salary Range $125,885/min $135,154/maxÂ

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• The salary of $87,458 for the Deputy Attorney General I position applies to candidates who hold active bar admission

Essential Functions

The DOL general counsel DAG will serve as a subject matter expert in Delaware labor laws and be responsible for providing legal advice on matters related to Delaware labor laws. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to, providing legal advice on matters related to drafting and reviewing legislation and regulations, procurement law compliance, drafting and reviewing contracts, requests for proposals, the Delaware Freedom of Information Act, personnel management, and representing DOL or DOL officers and employees in court and administrative proceedings. The DOL general counsel DAG may be requested to assist DOL in other matters and may handle additional assignments as directed by the Department of Justice.

Job Requirements

Membership in Delaware Bar is required. The most qualified candidates have some prior general counsel and labor law experience; however, such expertise and experience are not required for selection. The DAG should be able to work independently, meet deadlines, and 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.

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. Â
• This posting may close before 7/10/2026 upon filling the vacant position.
• This position is based in New Castle County; however, the incumbent must be willing to travel within the state as needed to support departmental operations and attend scheduled meetings.

Conditions of Hire

• Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire.Â
• 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.

Benefits

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

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.