Assistant District Attorney - District 3
State of MaineAbout the role
Location: Lewiston,Maine,United States
Assistant District Attorney
Prosecutorial District III
***Please DO NOT APPLY ONLINE – See Application Instructions below ***
Opening Date: March 7, 2024
Closing Date: Until Filled
Class Code: 0206
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 Number: 006100556
The District Attorney’s Office is seeking a full time Assistant District Attorney.
This Assistant District Attorney will be primarily responsible for criminal prosecutions in the Unified Criminal Court in Androscoggin County, as well as appellate cases before the Law Court. 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. Candidates must be members of the Maine Bar and in good standing. Salary and benefits are as established by the wage scale.
Androscoggin County District Attorney’s Office
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, 55 Lisbon Street, Ste 2, Lewiston, ME 04240 or email Neil McLean
Please use the following format for email subject line: Position – Last Name, First Initial; EXAMPLE: ADA Franklin – 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 Neil McLean at 207-753-2500, or email Neil McLean
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
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