Assistant District Attorney - District 1
State of MaineAbout the role
Location: Biddeford,Maine,United States
OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL
ASSISTANT DISTRICT ATTORNEY
THIS POSITION IS FUNDED BY A GRANT
Prosecutorial District 1, York County
***Please DO NOT APPLY ONLINE – See Applications Instructions below ***
Opening Date: June 14, 2024
Closing Date: July 1, 2024
Class Code: 0206
Position Number: 006000628
Grade: 1
Salary: $69,742.40 - $135,054.40/annually (Salary competitive and based upon qualifications)*
There will be a 3% across the board general salary increase effective June 30, 2024.
*Pursuant to 5 MRS § 196, the salary for this position has been set by the Office of the Attorney General
The District Attorney’s Office is seeking a full time Assistant District Attorney.
This Assistant District Attorney will be primarily responsible for adult criminal cases and civil violations in the Unified Criminal Court in York County, as well as appellate cases before the Law Court. This position requires travel and applicants must have reliable means of transportation.
This position is funded by a grant which is due to expire in June of 2025.
Candidates should have a strong desire for a career in litigation. Trial experience and developed trial skills a plus. High ethical standards, sound judgment, strong communication and inter-personal skills, and good organizational/time management skills are essential.
York County Maine District Attorney
MINIMUM QUALIFICATONS
Applicants must be members of the Maine Bar in good standing, have an eye for legal detail, be interested in complex state and federal regulations, have strong legal advocacy and writing skills, and have a demonstrated ability to function effectively as part of a team.
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, 208 Graham Street Biddeford Maine, 04005 or at the following email address: kmslattery@yorkcountymaine.gov Please use the following format for email subject line: Position – Last Name, First Initial. Example: ADA York County – 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 District Attorney Kathryn Slattery at 207-324-8001 or kmslattery@yorkcountymaine.gov
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
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