Closing Date: 29th March, 2024
Description:
Introduction:
A Government Entity, the
State's chief law enforcement officer, has a broad responsibility to
combat crime, uphold civil rights, safeguard families, fight fraud, and
protect consumers in the First State. In meeting this mission, Attorney
General Kathy Jennings is supported by teams of talented lawyers and
staff in the Criminal, Civil, Family, Fraud and Consumer Protection, and
Civil Rights & Public Trust Divisions. Each of the more than 500
staff who work in the Office of the Attorney General are dedicated to
serving all Delawareans with integrity and passion. Deputy Attorneys
General, with critical support from criminal investigators, victim
service specialists, paraprofessionals, and administrative staff,
prosecute criminal cases, enforce consumer laws, provide counsel to
state agencies, ensure the public's access to open government, protect
the abused, and much more.
Summary Statement
The
Department of Justice is seeking a Deputy Attorney General for the
Family Division, to serve in the Child Protection Unit in Sussex County.
This Deputy Attorney General primarily represents the Division of
Family Services (“DFS”) in their often complex Dependency and Neglect
Custody hearings, Termination of Parental Rights hearings and Child
Protection Registry Substantiation hearings before the Family Court.
- A qualified candidate's strengths will include the ability to work independently, evaluate cases, meet deadlines, anticipate legal issues, and research accurately and effectively. Candidates must have the ability to learn and apply relevant laws, rules of evidence, and court rules. Candidates must also have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Related experience in Family Court is preferred.
