Assistant District Attorney - Prosecutorial District 5, Penobscot and Piscataquis Counties

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Assistant District Attorney

Prosecutorial District 5, Penobscot and Piscataquis Counties

***Please DO NOT APPLY ONLINE – See Applications Instructions below ***

Opening Date:  March 23, 2026

Closing Date:  Until Filled   

Class Code:  0206

Position Number:  006100387

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

The District Attorney’s Office is seeking an Assistant District Attorney for Penobscot County with occasional Piscataquis County coverage.  This is an entry level position.

This Assistant District Attorney will be primarily responsible for criminal prosecution of adults in the Unified Criminal Docket. Candidates should have a strong desire for a career in litigation, and good writing skills are essential.  Trial experience and developed trial skills are preferred.  High ethical standards, sound judgment, strong communication and inter-personal skills, and good organizational/time management skills are essential. A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation is required.  This position may require travel to courts in Dover-Foxcroft, Lincoln, and Millinocket.  The successful candidate must be able to work independently.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATONS

Candidates should have a strong desire for a career in litigation.  High ethical standards, sound judgment, strong communication and inter-personal skills, and good organizational/time management skills are essential. Candidates must be members of the Maine Bar and in good standing. Salary and benefits are as established by the wage scale.

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.

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 Penobscot County District Attorney’s Office, 97 Hammond Street, Bangor, ME 04401 or at the following email address:  [email protected] Please use the following format for email subject line:  Position – Last Name, First Initial.  Example:  ADA, District 5 – 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 via email to Deputy District Attorney [email protected] or by calling 207-942-8552.

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.  
  • 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 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.

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