Research Assistant MSEA-B

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : A Bachelor's Degree and two (2) years of paralegal experience in a law firm, court, or legal services agency - OR - graduation from an approved, accredited paralegal program of instruction and one (1) year of paralegal experience. This position will be specifically assigned to the Assistant Attorney General assigned to the Unsolved Homicide Unit and will also act as a utility paralegal to assist with current homicides and Freedom of Access of Information (FOAA) requests.

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Paralegal (Research Assistant)

Criminal Division

Opening Date: August 11, 2026

Closing Date: August 25, 2026

Job Class Code: 0186

Grade: 1

Salary: $43,014.40 - $60,070.40/year*

*Pursuant to 5 MRS § 196 the salary for this position has been set by the Office of the Attorney General

Bargaining Unit: MSEA-B

Position # 200025237

Job Description:

The Office of the Attorney General is seeking a highly motivated individual to fill a full-time (40 hours/week) paralegal position located in our Augusta Office. This individual will provide in-office support for Assistant Attorneys General in the Criminal Division. This position will be specifically assigned to the Assistant Attorney General assigned to the Unsolved Homicide Unit and will also act as a utility paralegal to assist with current homicides and Freedom of Access of Information (FOAA) requests.

Duties include:

• Document and information management.
• Drafting letters, legal pleadings, proposed orders and memoranda.
• Organizing large amounts of reports and other investigative materials.
• Tracking case data.
• Maintaining calendars for hearings, court appearances, meetings and deadlines for assigned AAG(s).
• Opening, closing and archiving files.
• Coordinating Grand Jury with court personnel and detectives.
• Preparing and Disseminating Grand Jury Subpoenas.
• Preparing and organizing hearing and/ or trial exhibits.
• Preparing and organizing trial and/or hearing exhibit and witness lists.
• Reconciling files with primary detectives.
• Organizing and preparing discovery.
• Proofreading and editing documents.
• Receiving, acknowledging and responding to all Freedom of Access of Information (FOAA) requests for homicide cases.
• Applying knowledge of Maine criminal law and procedure.
• All other responsibilities assigned by the Division Chief and/or Direct Supervisor.

Maine Office of the Attorney General

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

A Bachelor's Degree and two (2) years of paralegal experience in a law firm, court, or legal services agency - OR - graduation from an approved, accredited paralegal program of instruction and one (1) year of paralegal experience. Equivalent related experience may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis.

Application Instructions:

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, three references (to include one work-related reference) and complete online direct hire application.

The Department is not responsible for late receipt of applications due to 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 Deputy Attorney General Lisa Bogue at 207-626-8800 or Lisa Bogue via email .

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 annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage - The State of Maine pays 85%-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 p