Legal Administrative Specialist I-III Criminal Division
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30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Introduction
Delawares Attorney General the States 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 and 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 special investigators victim service specialists paraprofessionals and administrative staff prosecute criminal cases enforce consumer laws provide counsel to state agencies ensure the publics access to open government protect the abused and much more.
Summary Statement
Legal Administrative Specialists at the Delaware Department of Justice play a critical role in supporting the work of the Criminal Division in New Castle County. The Criminal Division is responsible for prosecuting criminal offenses throughout the State and is comprised of several specialized units including the Misdemeanor Trial and Community Engagement Unit Felony Screening and Case Processing Unit Domestic Violence Unit Felony Trial/Wilmington Unit Special Victims Unit Homicide Unit and the Violent Criminal Enterprise Unit.
Legal Administrative Specialists provide essential administrative and legal support to Deputy Attorneys General and staff within these units. Their responsibilities vary by assignment but generally include preparing and maintaining legal case files and documentation; conducting criminal record checks; requesting police and investigative reports; typing and proofreading legal correspondence and documents; assisting with discovery preparation; scheduling and maintaining calendars; preparing subpoena lists; filing documents; and ensuring accurate organized case records.
These roles require strong organizational and communication skills attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Legal Administrative Specialists also interact professionally with law enforcement victims witnesses and the public and may provide back-up coverage for the main Criminal Division Receptionist during absences.
Unit assignment will be determined based on operational needs. The posting may close prior to the listed closing date if a successful candidate is identified.
Essential Functions
- Applies agency laws rules regulations policies and procedures in maintaining and processing agency information.
- Serves as a liaison with the public clients agency staff and others to exchange information and explain agency services laws rules regulations policies and procedures.
- Assures effective coordination of operational functions for assigned unit/attorneys.
- Arranges for the delivery of legal paperwork.
- Types correspondence and legal paperwork.
- Schedules coordinates and confirms court dates appointments interviews intakes and meetings.
- Establishes tracking and monitoring systems and conducts follow up to ensure timely resolution of matters.
- Maintains and controls data and/or filing systems to ensure effective accurate and easily retrievable legal documentation.
Job Requirement Series
Additional Posting Information
- Please be sure to upload a recent copy of your resume as you complete the application process for this posting.
- This position is exempt from the State of Delaware Merit System
- This posting may close before 1/13/2026 upon filling the vacant position(s).
Conditions of Hire
- Employment is contingent upon satisfactory background checks.
- Direct deposit of paychecks is required as a condition of hire.
- Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Benefits
Department of JusticeBenefits Include:
- May be eligible Loan forgiveness (State and Federal).
- State of Delaware healthcare plan.
- State of Delaware pension plan.
- Over 4 weeks of vacation per year.
- 3 weeks of paid sick leave per year.
- 12 weeks of paid parental leave.
To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. To request an auxiliary aid or service please call . TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1- for assistance.
The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression.
Required Experience:
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About Company
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