Assistant District Attorney - District 2
Portland, ME | Full-time
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Assistant District Attorney
Prosecutorial District II, Cumberland County
Please DO NOT APPLY ONLINE - See Applications Instructions below
Opening Date: April 29, 2025
Closing Date: May 2, 2025
Class Code: 0206
Position Number: 006100060
Grade: 1
Salary: $71,843.20 - $139,110.40/year* (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
JOB DESCRIPTION
This position is a Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) Sexual Assault Kit Initiative (SAKI) Prosecutor. It reports to the Cumberland County District Attorney and will work in Cumberland County exclusively. It is a high-level assistant district attorney position. This position is an employee of the Maine Office of the Attorney General but works under the direction of the Cumberland County DA.
The SAKI Prosecutor will lead all SAKI-funded work in Cumberland County as well as serve as the project Site Coordinator.
Specific duties include, but are not limited to:
Oversee a county-wide inventory of sexual assault kits (SAKs).
Manage grant goals, reporting to the BJA, and communication within the county regarding grant progress.
Enact kit tracking in coordination with the MSP Crime Lab and the Cumberland County Sheriff's Office (CCSO).
Work with CCSO, advocacy, and crime lab partners to complete grant-funded work.
Create a multi-disciplinary team that focuses on SAKs process and creates a victim-centered and trauma-informed process for tracking and notification as well as investigation and prosecution.
Prosecute cases that arise out of the grant-funded work.
Train partners in Cumberland County on best practices.
Welcome to Cumberland County ME
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
This is not an entry-level position. Applicants must be members of the Maine Bar in good standing; have a minimum of five years prosecutorial experience; have trial advocacy, legal research, and writing skills; expertise in the areas of sexual assault and the processing of SAKs; and a demonstrated record of multi-disciplinary engagement on these issues.
Application Instructions - Please DO NOT APPLY ONLINE
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), and a copy of your Maine Board of Overseers of the Bar certification.
Submit all required documentation to the Cumberland County District Attorney's Office, 142 Federal Street, Portland, ME 04101 or email the Cumberland County District Attorney's Office Please use the following format for email subject line: Position - Last Name, First Initial. Example: ADA, District 2 - 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.
Please direct all questions to District Attorney Jacqueline Sartoris at 207-871-8384 or email the Cumberland County District Attorney's Office
BENEFITS
No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who 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 annually. Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and 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.
o 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 13.29% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
? Gym Membership Reimbursement - Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
? Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts - Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
? Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness - The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
? Income Driven Repayment Plans - Income-driven repayment (IDR) plans including the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan are available for employees and can be used in conjunction with the Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
? John R. Justice (JRJ) Formula Grant Program- The State of Maine is a recipient of the JRJ Grant Program that provides partial loan repayment directly to the employee's loan service provider.
? Living Resources Program - Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
? Parental leave is one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child-including fathers and adoptive parents-receive six weeks of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
? Voluntary Deferred Compensation - Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.
? Learn about additional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.
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. We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.
