Asst Attorney General

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Assistant Attorney General - Welfare, Criminal Division

Office of the Attorney General, Augusta, Maine

Opening Date: August 24, 2026

Closing Date: September 9, 2026

Job Class Code: 0186

Grade: 1

Salary: $75,067.20 - $145,371.20/year*

Salary: 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: 006000582

The Office of the Attorney General has an opening for an Assistant Attorney General within the Criminal Division. The primary responsibility for this attorney will be prosecuting referrals from the Fraud, Investigation and Recovery Unit of the Maine Department of Health and Human Services ("DHHS") for fraud involving TANF, Food Stamps, ASPIRE and other benefits. This attorney will provide legal advice and work with DHHS investigators to develop welfare fraud cases throughout the State. Once a case is referred to the Office of the Attorney General, this AAG will review the case and bring criminal charges as deemed appropriate. This position will be primarily responsible for criminal prosecutions 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. Trial experience and developed trial skills are 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.

Office of the Attorney General

MINIMUM QUALIFICATONS

This is not an entry level position. 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. One to three years of legal practice with demonstrated proficiency in criminal law is preferred.

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 (to include one work-related reference), a copy of your Maine Board of Overseers of the Bar certification and complete the direct hire application.

The Department 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 Deputy Attorney General Lisa Bogue at 207-626-8800 or

Lisa Bogue via email

BENEFITS

Maine state employees 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. Overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
• Health Insurance Coverage - The State of Maine pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums ($11,196.96 - $12,514.32 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 requirements.
• Dental Insurance - The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).
• Retirement Plan - The State of Maine contributes