Deputy Attorney General I/II/III/IV

Salary: See Position Description Location : 1600 Arch Street, Suite 300, Philadelphia, PA Job Type: Full-time Remote Employment: Flexible/Hybrid Job Number: 50663773 Division: Public Protection Division Section: Bureau of Consumer Protection Philadelphia Opening Date: 06/11/2026 Closing Date: Continuous Position Information Section: Bureau of Consumer Protection/Public Protection Division Class: Deputy Attorney General I/II/III/IV Location: Philadelphia Telework: This position will report to the headquartered location a minimum of 2 days per week. You may have the opportunity to telework the remainder of the week, if desired and based on business need. Position Type: Full-time, Non-civil service, Non-union Work Hours: 8:30 - 5:00 Salary Range: Deputy Attorney General I - Pay Range 8: Starting salary of $69,927 Deputy Attorney General II - Pay Range 9: Starting salary of $80,000 Deputy Attorney General III - Pay Range 10: Starting salary of $91,423 Deputy Attorney General IV - Pay Range 11: Starting salary of $104,529 Basic Function An employee in this position provides varied legal services and advice on matters relative to the enforcement of the Pennsylvania Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law, as well as other applicable state and federal consumer protection related laws and regulations. The work of a Deputy Attorney General (DAG) I initially entails work of a simple or routine nature. As experience is gained, more difficult tasks are assigned. Work products are reviewed in progress and upon completion by a higher level attorney. A Deputy Attorney General (DAG) II works with more independence, with a periodic review by a more senior attorney. DAG IIs provide varied legal services and advice on matters of moderate scope and complexity including: noncomplex litigation with minimal supervision, appearing in lower courts without a senior attorney, and assisting more senior attorneys on matters deemed more complex and difficult. A Deputy Attorney General (DAG) III works independently on most matters, performing advanced legal work on cases of increased complexity. DAG III assignments involve the entire spectrum of the legal process from legal analysis and enforcement actions to pre-trial and trial preparation, extensive motions practice, and related court appearances. A Deputy Attorney General (DAG) IV performs advanced legal work with significant autonomy and minimal supervision, often on highly complex cases. Examples Of Duties Performs enforcement activities including legal review Provides advice and recommendations with respect to the conduct of civil investigations and resulting legal actions Participates in or handles all aspects of litigation including drafting legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and briefs; conducting discovery; participating in hearings; conducting trial preparation; and engaging in post-trial activity as needed Actively participates in multistate working groups and multistate investigations and litigation with a range of issues and often with nationwide implications Prepares, presents, and argues cases before state and federal courts as necessary Conducts legal research in connection with the preparation of pleadings, motions, and trials as well as internal advisory memoranda for purposes of providing advice and recommendations to supervisors Plans, prepares, and presents factual and expert witness testimony and exhibits, including summary and demonstrative exhibits Prepares and answers intra-office correspondence as well as correspondence with consumers; opposing counsel; representatives of local, state, and federal law enforcement and regulatory agencies; consumer advocates and organizations; and others as necessary May assist more senior attorneys in reviewing documents, interviewing witnesses, trial preparation, and other duties as necessary Performs related work as required Minimum Experience and Training Deputy Attorney General I: Graduation from an accredited school of law and admission to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania Deputy Attorney General II: Graduation from an accredited school of law, admission to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania, and a minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience in professional legal work Deputy Attorney General III: Graduation from an accredited school of law, admission to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania, and a minimum of six years of progressively responsible experience in professional legal work Deputy Attorney General IV: Graduation from an accredited school of law, admission to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania, and a minimum of ten years of progressively responsible experience in professional legal work *If not currently admitted to the Bar of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania, must be eligible for admission by reciprocity. Preferred Experience and Training Deputy Attorney General II: At least two years of experience in civil litigation practice, including but not limited to: drafting pleadings, motions, replies/answers, discovery requests, and other legal documents; reviewing discovery responses; preparing for and presenting oral arguments before court; preparing and presenting evidentiary hearings, including preparing witnesses; and other general civil litigation experience Deputy Attorney General III: At least three years of experience in civil litigation practice, including but not limited to: drafting pleadings, motions, replies/answers, discovery requests, and other legal documents; reviewing discovery responses; preparing for and presenting oral arguments before court; preparing and presenting evidentiary hearings, including preparing witnesses; and other general civil litigation experience Deputy Attorney General IV: At least four years of experience in civil litigation practice, including but not limited to: drafting pleadings, motions, replies/answers, discovery requests, and other legal documents; reviewing discovery responses; preparing for and presenting oral arguments before court; preparing and presenting evidentiary hearings, including preparing witnesses; and other general civil litigation experience Health Benefits This position qualifies you for the Commonwealth's benefits package which includes medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage. Medical coverage is available on your first day of employment! Prescription is also available on your first day, for an additional cost for the first 90 days of employment. Dental and vision are available after 90 days of employment as well. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) are available to all employees, regardless of enrollment in our benefits. Paid Time Off OAG employees receive 12 paid holidays each calendar year, along with earning paid vacation time and sick leave each pay period. Retirement For new employees, the State Employees' Retirement System offers various options for enrollment into our retirement plans. You will receive specific information on these options shortly after you begin employment. To learn more about the benefits available to OAG employees, please review the 01 What is your highest level of education? Some High School High School or GED Some College Technical College Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree Doctorate 02 What year did you obtain your JD? 03 Have you been admitted to the PA Bar? Yes No 04 How many years of experience in professional legal work do you have? None Less than 3 Years 3-6 Years 6-10 Years 10+ Years 05 Do you have a minimum of two years of experience in civil litigation practice, including but not limited to: drafting pleadings, motions, replies/answers, discovery requests, and other legal documents; reviewing discovery responses; preparing for and presenting oral arguments before court; preparing and presenting evidentiary hearings, including preparing witnesses; and other general civil litigation experience? Yes No Required Question Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General