Deputy Attorney General I-V Fraud & Consumer Protection Division

SALARY - Yearly: $86,664/min - $147,318/max (FY27) - Career ladder based on Pay Grades 12 to 20 (DAG I to V). DAG I requires active bar admission for a salary of $95,329. ABOUT THE ROLE The Delaware Department of Justice seeks a highly motivated deputy attorney general to join the White Collar Crime Unit (WCCU) in New Castle County, specifically focusing on a Wage Theft vacancy. The role involves working on the full range of WCCU cases while taking primary responsibility for leading the Division's efforts against labor-related crimes, worker exploitation, and wage theft. The position may be eligible for telework up to three days per week. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES - Decide which cases to prosecute, resolve by trial, or settle, and try unresolved cases. - Direct investigations and prosecutions of labor-related crimes and wage theft statewide. - Develop and execute prosecutions under the recently enacted wage theft statute. - Coordinate with peers in other jurisdictions and conduct training for investigators and support personnel. - Represent the Unit at meetings involving business crime issues and consult with referral agencies. - Perform intakes and review cases for prosecution. - Collaborate with WCCU team members, investigative partners, support staff, and court personnel. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - Admission to the Delaware Bar, or a willingness to sit for the next Delaware Bar Exam. - Understanding of all facets of the investigation and litigation of complex criminal matters. - Ability to work independently and meet deadlines. - Ability to evaluate criminal cases, determine resolutions, and anticipate legal issues. - Strong commitment to working in the public interest. - Substantial felony trial experience and experience handling document-intensive cases involving financial misconduct are highly preferred. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS - Statewide travel is required to handle criminal matters across Delaware. - Familiarity with finance, tax, accounting, or labor law is helpful but not a prerequisite. SELECTION PROCESS - Employment is contingent upon satisfactory background checks. - Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. - The posting may close on or before the stated closing date upon filling the vacant position. HOW TO APPLY - Apply online for Recruitment #072226-UUAF25-150100 before the closing date of 10/5/2026. - Upload a recent copy of your resume during the application process. EMPLOYMENT DETAILS - Employment Type: Exempt-Non Merit, Anticipated Vacancy, Regular term. - Shift Hours: 8am - 4:30pm. - Location: Carvel State Office Building, 820 N French St., Wilmington, DE, 19801. - Benefits: State healthcare and pension plans, potential state/federal loan forgiveness, over 4 weeks vacation, 3 weeks paid sick leave, and 12 weeks paid parental leave. - Union Status: Covered by a collective bargaining agreement. - Conditions of Hire: Direct deposit of paychecks is required.