Asst District Attorney

The District Attorney’s Office is seeking an Assistant District Attorney for Penobscot County with occasional Piscataquis County coverage. This Assistant District Attorney will be primarily responsible for criminal prosecution of adults in the Unified Criminal Docket, as well as appellate cases before the Law Court and will be expected to assume a misdemeanor and/or felony level caseload and appear in a number of courts. Candidates should have a strong desire for a career in litigation, and good writing skills are essential. Trial experience and developed trial skills are preferred. High ethical standards, sound judgment, strong communication and inter-personal skills, and good organizational/time management skills are essential. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Candidates should have a strong desire for a career in litigation and are expected to assume a felony level case load and appear in a number of courts. 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. 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. Include resume, writing sample, 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 Penobscot County District Attorney’s Office, 97 Hammond Street, Bangor, ME 04401 or at the following email address: chelsea.lynds@maineprosecutors.com 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, 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, and more. The District Attorney's Office, 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.

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