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OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL
Assistant District Attorney - District 8
Opening Date : September 11, 2025
Closing Date : Until Filled
Class Code : 2610
Position Number : 006100353T
Position Type : Full Time Long Term Acting Capacity
Location : Aroostook County
Grade : 1
Salary : $71,843.20 - $139,110.40 / year
The Aroostook County District Attorney's Office is seeking a full-time long term Acting Capacity Assistant District Attorney.
The Assistant District Attorney will be primarily responsible for criminal prosecution for both adults and juveniles in the Unified Criminal Docket in Aroostook County as well as appellate cases before the Law Court. Candidates should have a strong desire for a career in litigation and prosecution with trial experience and developed trial skills a plus. High ethical standards, sound judgment, strong communication and inter-personal skills, good organizational / time management skills, and good writing skills are essential.
Arookstook County District Attorney's Office
MINIMUM QUALIFICATONS
Applicants must be members of the Maine Bar in good standing, 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.
Application Instructions - PLEASE DO NOT APPY 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 Office of the District Attorney, 144 Sweden Street, Caribou, Maine 04736 or via email Please use the following format for email subject line : Position - Last Name, First Initial. Example : ADA Aroostook County - Collins, T.
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 Todd Collins at 498-2557, or via email .
BENEFITS
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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.
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