Assistant Attorney General - Consumer Protection Division

Location: Augusta,Maine,United States

Assistant Attorney General 

Consumer Protection

Opening Date:  May 3, 2024   

Closing Date:  May 17, 2024  

Job Class Code:  0186

Grade:  1 

Salary:  $69,742.40 - $135,054.40/annually (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

Position # 006000295

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Attorney General’s Office in Augusta has an anticipated vacancy for a full-time position as Assistant Attorney General in the Consumer Protection Division to specialize in investigating and litigating consumer protection, unauthorized practice of law (including immigration law), and privacy cases. The position primarily involves enforcing the Maine Unfair Trade Practices Act in state court and participating in coordinated multistate consumer investigations, but there may also be opportunities to work on other matters within the Division, which includes antitrust, charities, and tobacco law, in addition to consumer protection law enforcement. 

Typically, the position involves limited out of state travel.

Office of the Attorney General, State of Maine

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Essential qualifications for this position include strong written and oral advocacy skills, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.  Candidates must be well-organized and manage multiple tasks effectively.  Prior civil litigation experience, particularly on the plaintiff’s side, is preferred.  Candidates must be members of the Maine Bar in good standing.

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, writing sample, three references, a copy of your Maine Board of Overseers of the Bar certification and complete direct hire application.

The Department is not responsible for late receipt of applications due to electronic transmission malfunctions.

Job offer to new hires is conditional upon verification of credentials, criminal records, and driver’s license check, and professional license requirements if applicable.

Please direct all questions to Division Chief Christina Moylan via email  or by calling 207-626-8800.

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 paid by the State.  
• Health Insurance Premium Credit– Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program