Assistant District Attorney- District 7

Assistant District Attorney Prosecutorial District 7, Hancock and Washington Counties Opening Date: 5/20/2026 Closing Date: 6/04/2026 Class Code: 0206 Position Number: 006100025 Grade: 1 Salary: $71,843.20 - $139,110.40/year (salary competitive and based upon qualifications) District 7 (Hancock County and Washington County) District Attorney’s Office is seeking a full‑time Assistant District Attorney. The Assistant District Attorney will be primarily responsible for criminal prosecutions in the Unified Criminal Court in Hancock County as well as appellate cases before the Law Court. ADAs may occasionally handle conflict cases in our Washington County Offices. Minimum Qualifications 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, discretion, strong communication and interpersonal skills, and good organizational/time‑management skills are essential. Candidates must be members of the Maine Bar and in good standing. 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, and the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Include resume, writing sample, three references (including 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, 70 State Street, Ellsworth, Maine 04605, or email District Attorney Robert Granger (View email address on click.appcast.io). Please use the following format for email subject line: Position – Last Name, First Initial. Example: ADA Hancock County – Doe, J. The DAO is not responsible for late receipt of applications due to mail service, faxing malfunctions, or electronic transmission malfunctions. Job offers to new hire are conditional upon verification of credentials, criminal records, driver’s license check, and professional license requirements if applicable. Please direct questions to District Attorney Robert Granger via email at View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io. 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 – The State of Maine pays 85%–95% of employee‑only premiums (annual value $11,196.96 – $12,514.32), depending on salary. 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 (annual value $350.40). Retirement Plan – The State of Maine contributes 13.29% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS). Gym Membership Reimbursement – Up to $40 per month. Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts – Pre‑tax money to help pay for out‑of‑pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses. Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness – Qualified employer for this federal program. Income‑Driven Repayment Plans – Available with the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) plan. John R. Justice (JRJ) Formula Grant Program – Partial loan repayment directly to employee’s loan service provider. Living Resources Program – Employee assistance program. Parental Leave – Six weeks of fully paid parental leave. 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. Additional Wellness Benefits – Learn about more benefits 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr