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Overview Assistant Attorney General – Welfare, Criminal Division
Office of the Attorney General, Augusta, Maine
Opening Date: June 25, 2025
Closing Date: Until Filled
Job Class Code: 0186 • Grade: 1 • Salary: $71,843.20 - $139,110.40/year*
*Pursuant to 5 MRS § 196 the salary for this position has been set by the Office of the Attorney General
Position Number: 006006004
Responsibilities
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.
Minimum Qualifications Applicants should 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 Assistant Attorney General Lisa Bogue at 207-626-8800 or Lisa Bogue via email.
Benefits
Work-Life Balance – 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 – State pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums; premium costs vary by salary.
Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%.
Dental Insurance – State pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums.
Retirement Plan – State contributes 13.29% of pay to MainePERS.
Gym Membership Reimbursement – Up to $40 per month.
Flexible Spending Accounts – Pre-tax options for health care and dependent care.
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – Eligible for federal program; see Federal Student Aid.
Income Driven Repayment Plans – Available for employees; can be used with PSLF.
John R. Justice (JRJ) Formula Grant Program – Partial loan repayment.
Living Resources Program – Employee assistance program.
Parental Leave – Six weeks of fully paid parental leave; additional unpaid leave may be available under FMLA.
Voluntary Deferred Compensation – MaineSaves 457(b) plan via payroll deductions.
Learn about additional wellness benefits from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.
Maine State Government and the Office of the Attorney General are Equal Opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
If you are unable to complete the online application, please contact the Human Resources representative listed on the job opening you are interested in applying for. They will work with you for an alternative method of submitting.
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Overview Assistant Attorney General – Welfare, Criminal Division
Office of the Attorney General, Augusta, Maine
Opening Date: June 25, 2025
Closing Date: Until Filled
Job Class Code: 0186 • Grade: 1 • Salary: $71,843.20 - $139,110.40/year*
*Pursuant to 5 MRS § 196 the salary for this position has been set by the Office of the Attorney General
Position Number: 006006004
Responsibilities
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.
Minimum Qualifications Applicants should 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 Assistant Attorney General Lisa Bogue at 207-626-8800 or Lisa Bogue via email.
Benefits
Work-Life Balance – 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 – State pays 85%-95% of employee-only premiums; premium costs vary by salary.
Health Insurance Premium Credit – Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%.
Dental Insurance – State pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums.
Retirement Plan – State contributes 13.29% of pay to MainePERS.
Gym Membership Reimbursement – Up to $40 per month.
Flexible Spending Accounts – Pre-tax options for health care and dependent care.
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – Eligible for federal program; see Federal Student Aid.
Income Driven Repayment Plans – Available for employees; can be used with PSLF.
John R. Justice (JRJ) Formula Grant Program – Partial loan repayment.
Living Resources Program – Employee assistance program.
Parental Leave – Six weeks of fully paid parental leave; additional unpaid leave may be available under FMLA.
Voluntary Deferred Compensation – MaineSaves 457(b) plan via payroll deductions.
Learn about additional wellness benefits from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.
Maine State Government and the Office of the Attorney General are Equal Opportunity employers. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
If you are unable to complete the online application, please contact the Human Resources representative listed on the job opening you are interested in applying for. They will work with you for an alternative method of submitting.
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