Deputy Attorney General I-V, Department of Natural Resources & Environmental Control

The Delaware Department of Justice is looking for a highly motivated and committed Deputy Attorney General to join the Environmental Unit in New Castle County or in Kent County. 

This Unit offers advice on a full range of legal issues to Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC), which includes the following Divisions: Waste & Hazardous Substances; Fish & Wildlife; Parks & Recreation; Watershed Stewardship; Water; Climate, Coastal & Energy; and the Environmental Crimes Unit.  Representation includes enforcement of environmental laws and permit violations through administrative actions and litigation.

This Deputy Attorney General works within the Department of Justice’s Environmental Unit and serves as one of the DAGs assigned to represent the Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control (DNREC). This DAG will: enforce environmental laws and permit violations through administrative actions and litigation; defend DNREC before administrative boards and Delaware Courts; review documents, permits and contracts; review legislation and regulations; and advise in areas such as human relations and risk management.

Membership in the Delaware Bar is required as a condition of continued employment. 

Applicants who are not currently admitted may be considered if they possess relevant experience, including experience in litigation and administrative law (including regulatory practice) and a background in natural resources law and environmental issues. Such applicants must be eligible for limited admission under Delaware Supreme Court Rule 55 and must register for and sit for the next available Delaware Bar Examination.

• Please be sure to upload a recent copy of your resume, as you complete the application process for this posting.
• This position is exempt from the State of Delaware Merit System.  .   
• Work location flexible – New Castle or Kent Co.
• This posting may close before 7/10/2026 upon filling the vacant position.

• Criminal background check: A satisfactory criminal background check is required as a condition of hire. 
• Direct deposit of paychecks is required as a condition of hire.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• This position is a classification organized under an exclusive bargaining representative (labor organization) that has been elected by employees as their representative for collective bargaining and other applicable terms and conditions of employment, in accordance with Title 29, Chapter 59 and Title 19, Chapter 13 and 16.  This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement based on its individual terms.

Department of Justice Benefits Include:

• May be eligible Loan forgiveness (State and Federal).
• State of Delaware healthcare plan.
• State of Delaware pension plan.
• Over 4 weeks of vacation per year.
• 3 weeks of paid sick leave per year.
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave.

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process.  To request an auxiliary aid or service please call (302) 739-5458. TDD users should call the Delaware Relay Service Number 1-800-232-5460 for assistance.

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.