NOTICE OF JOB VACANCY #26-300
TITLE: Deputy Attorney General 2 (Special Assistant to the Director)
SALARY: $126,854.39 to $187,690.79
LOCATION: Division of Law Director’s Office Affirmative Civil Enforcement Practice Group – Special Litigation Section – 124 Halsey St. Newark, NJ 07102
NUMBER OF POSITIONS AVAILABLE: One (1)
Responsibilities
DUTIES: Under the direction of the Director of the Division of Law, will provide counsel to the Affirmative Civil Enforcement Practice Group’s (ACE), on behalf of the Director. The Special Assistant will assist with strategic planning and coordination of various matters, cases and projects across ACE, with a particular emphasis on multistate efforts and federal litigation; will support and participate in all aspects of matters, cases and projects, which may include direct handling or supervision of certain matters, client outreach, advice and counseling in connection with multistate or New Jersey-specific efforts, and monitoring of litigation matters; will assist with administrative activities necessary for the efficient functioning of ACE; will also work on strategic oversight for statewide initiatives and interests; assist with multistate coordination and planning; assist with interpretation and analysis of federal and state law and regulations; conduct or oversee research and writing on complex legal issues; and perform other related duties as assigned or required
Qualifications
EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited law school with a Juris Doctor. Admission to practice as an Attorney-at-Law in the State of New Jersey required.
EXPERIENCE: Four (4) years of experience as a practicing attorney, one (1) year of which shall have been in a supervisory capacity.
Application Process
HOW TO APPLY: If qualified, please submit a current resume including current bar admissions with dates, copy of NJ Certificate of Good Standing, a copy of your final unofficial undergraduate and JD transcripts and/or foreign degree evaluation, and a legal writing sample via the following link on or before the closing date of December 31, 2026.
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