Assistant District Attorney Prosecutorial District VIThe District 6 (Sagadahoc County, Lincoln County, Knox County, and Waldo County) District Attorney's Office is seeking a full-time Assistant District Attorney for District 6 for the Sagadahoc County DA's Office. 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 and Weapons Restrictions Orders in the District 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 community and victim centered prosecution, public service, restorative justice as well as racial and gender justice, is essential.Minimum Qualifications: Applicants must be members of the Maine Bar in good standing, have an eye for legal detail, be interested in complex criminal legal issues, have strong litigation, legal advocacy and writing skills, and have a demonstrated ability to function effectively as part of a team.Application Instructions - Please DO NOT APPLY ONLINEIf 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 to Natasha Irving via email. Please use the following format for email subject line: Position - Last Name, First Initial. Example: ADA District 6 - 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.Benefits include work-life balance, health insurance coverage, dental insurance, retirement plan, gym membership reimbursement, health and dependent care flexible spending accounts, public service student loan forgiveness, income driven repayment plans, John R. Justice (JRJ) Formula Grant Program, living resources program, parental leave, voluntary deferred compensation, and additional wellness benefits.