Assistant County Attorney I

New Castle County Government • New Castle, DE • 7h ago

This job was posted by https://joblink.delaware.gov : For more information, please see: https://joblink.delaware.gov/jobs/1534949

JOB NUMBER\ IMPORTANT INFORMATION\ 00278\ DEPARTMENT\ Law\ OPENING DATE\ 06/30/2026\ CLOSING DATE\ 7/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern\ We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable attorney to join our legal team as an Assistant\ County Attorney. This position will primarily support the Department of Public Works, with\ emphasis in: stormwater; real property acquisition, easements, rights of way, leases; parks issues;\ and FOIA. The ideal candidate will have some familiarity with these areas or be able to learn\ new areas quickly and possess a strong foundation in various areas of law, including contracts,\ litigation, legal research, and investigations. This role requires a commitment to providing\ exceptional legal services while effectively managing client relationships and contributing to the\ overall success of the department.\ New Castle County is an Equal Opportunity Employer\ JOB DESCRIPTION\ General Statement of Duties: Performs specialized professional and confidential legal work for\ New Castle County; performs legal work as required by the County Attorney, County Solicitor or\ their designee and as required by the assigned area of expertise.\ Distinguishing Features of the Class: An employee in this class performs responsible and\ confidential specialized legal work involving legal advice, assistance and representation. Also\ prepares and argues the Countys position in litigation, provides legal counsel to departments and\ agencies as required, and conducts legal research in areas as assigned by the County Attorney,\ County Solicitor or their designee.\ Examples of work: (Illustrative Only)\ Provides legal advice and assistance to organizational clients (including departments,\ divisions, boards, and commissions) and individual officials and employees\ Represents New Castle County on assigned matters\ Works with assigned department to implement training\ Conducts research, handles litigation, drafts legal documents and performs other legal\ work required for area(s) of representation or as assigned by the supervising attorney\ Represents boards or commissions as assigned\ Promotes an ongoing attitude of dedication to excellent public service and ensures that\ internal and external customers are provided with the highest quality of service\ Required knowledge, skills and abilities: Excellent legal research and writing skills; excellent\ interpersonal skills and the ability to interact with and advise department managers and\ employees; knowledge of government law; knowledge of current board and court rules and the\ rules of evidence and procedure; ability to communicate courteously and effectively both verbally\ and in writing; ability to interpret laws, ordinances, policies and procedures.\ Minimum Qualifications: Graduated from an accredited law school and membership in good\ standing in the Delaware Bar.\ Additional Requirements: Ability to pass background check.\ Job Type: Full-time\ Pay (effective 7/1/2026): \$80,113 - \$143,868 per year\ Benefits:\ 401(k)\ Dental insurance\ Health insurance\ Health savings account\ Flexible spending account\ Life insurance\ Paid time off 20 days of vacation; 12 days of sick; and 14 days of holiday (including 12\ designated and 2 floating days)\ Retirement plan\ Vision insurance\ Work Location: Hybrid remote in New Castle, DE 19720\ CONTACT INFORMATION\ Mandi Campbell\ Law Office Administrator\ Amanda.Campbell@newcastlede.gov\ Employer\ New Castle County Government\ Address\ 87 Reads Way\ New Castle, Delaware, 19720\ Website\ https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nccde

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