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State of Maine, Bureau of Human Resources Assistant District Attorney, District 6 in Rockland, Maine
Assistant District Attorney, District 6
Rockland , Maine , United States | Legal | Full-time
Apply by: Aug. 29, 2024
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Assistant District Attorney Prosecutorial District VI
*Please DO NOT APPLY ONLINE – See Application Instructions below *
Opening Date: August 8, 2024
Closing Date: August 29, 2024
Class Code: 0206
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: 006100610
The District 6 (Sagadahoc County, Lincoln County, Knox County, and Waldo County) District Attorney’s Office is seeking a full-time Assistant District Attorney for Waldo County/Belfast.
The Assistant District Attorney will be primarily responsible for criminal prosecution for adults in the Unified Criminal Docket as well as appellate cases before the Law Court. Candidates should have a strong desire for a career in litigation and prosecution with trial experience and developed trial skills a plus. High ethical standards, sound judgment, strong communication and inter-personal skills, good organizational/time management skills, and good writing skills are essential. A commitment to criminal justice reform, restorative justice as well as racial and gender justice, is essential.
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, letter of interest, 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, 62 Union Street, Rockland, ME 04841, or at the following email address: natasha.irving@maineprosecutors.com . Please use the following format for email subject line: Position – Last Name, First Initial. Example: ADA Waldo 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 Natasha Irving via email at natasha.irving@maineprosecutors.com.
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 using13 paid holidays,12 days of sick leave, and3+ weeks of vacation leaveannually. 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.
o Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee- only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements .
· Dental Insurance – The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).
· Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes13.16% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
· Gym Membership Reimbursement – Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
· Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
· Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office .
· Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
· Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents— receivefully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act .
· Voluntary Deferred Compensation – Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.
· Learn about additional wellness benefitsfor State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness .
The District Attorney’s Office ,State of Maine Government, and Office of the Attorney General is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.