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INTRODUCTION
The State of Connecticut, Division of Criminal Justice (DCJ) is responsible for the investigation and prosecution of all criminal matters in the State of Connecticut. It is an independent agency of the executive branch of state government, established under the Constitution of the State of Connecticut. The Division is composed of the Office of the Chief State's Attorney, located in Rocky Hill, Connecticut, and the Offices of the State's Attorneys for each of the thirteen Judicial Districts in the State of Connecticut.
About this Position
We are recruiting for one (1) full-time Deputy Assistant State's Attorney or Apprentice Prosecutor position for the GA 01 Stamford, CT. This position works Monday through Friday, based on a 40-hour work week, with core hours of 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Salary Information: The starting salary for a DCJ Deputy Assistant State's Attorney is $97,997 to $175,434.00 annually; the Apprentice Prosecutor is paid at $46.94 per hour. Starting salary will be determined by the Division head based on the selected candidate's work experience. The position number is 5251.
THE ROLE
A Prosecutor is a high public official, who is ethically, honor, and duty bound to seek impartial justice for the guilty as well as the innocent and who, in doing so, is beholden to the law, which demands that no passions, prejudice or resentment be brought to bear in its faithful enforcement.
As a Deputy Assistant State's Attorney:
The incumbent, at the time of appointment, must be an attorney at law and must be a member of the Connecticut Bar in good standing. Prior to employment, candidates will be required to complete a background check, and appointment to this position is made by the Criminal Justice Commission. The incumbent may be required to travel in the course of their daily work.
As an Apprentice Prosecutor:
Any student of an accredited law school who is within five months of graduation from such law school and who is a certified legal intern pursuant to the rules of the Superior Court is eligible to be appointed as an Apprentice Prosecutor by the Criminal Justice Commission and shall advance to the position of Deputy Assistant State’s Attorney upon gaining admission to the Connecticut bar within one year of the date of graduation from such law school. Prior to employment, incumbents will be required to complete a background check. The incumbent may be required to travel in the course of their daily work.
About us
The Division of Criminal Justice (Division) and its employees are committed to the fair and equal administration of justice in Connecticut. To this end, the Division acknowledges its duty to investigate and prosecute matters within its jurisdiction diligently, ethically and impartially, honoring its constitutional and common law foundations. By ensuring that the criminal laws of the State of Connecticut are enforced fairly and constitutionally, the Division honors the rule of law upon which our nation is founded. Accomplishing this mission depends upon skill, creativity, and constructive interaction of all Division employees with the law enforcement community and advocacy in the highest traditions of the Office of State's Attorney, the first public prosecutor in America.
NOTE: Incumbents will be required to complete a background check, and appointment to this position is made by the Criminal Justice Commission. Please be sure to include your juris license number on the application.
Selection Plan
FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:
Please read or watch our Applicant Tips on How to Apply!
To Apply:
The only way to apply to this job posting is via the "APPLY" or "APPLY ONLINE" buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.
In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the closing date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
You must specify your qualifications on your application. You will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application for this posting to the JobAps system.
The incumbent will be required to complete a background check and appointment to this position is made by the Criminal Justice Commission. Please be sure to list your juris license number on the application.
Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, C.G.S. 46a-60, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.
NOTE: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.
After You Apply:
Some email providers may experience delays or issues delivering messages. To avoid missing important updates—such as referral questionnaires or interview scheduling links—please check your Personal Status Board regularly. For added convenience, you can also enable text (SMS) notifications. To do this, log in to your Personal Status Board and select “Update My Contact Information.”
All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to DCJ.HR@ct.gov.
All communication with applicants will be through the JobAps system, so applicants are encouraged to check for updates to their JobAps portal account. Please ensure that you are utilizing the correct email address for notices to be sent to you from the JobAps system. Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position. Helpful Tips to prepare for your interview.
Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees, which is available at www.ct.gov/ethics.
Contact Us:
* Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. Questions about this position should be directed to the hiring agency's human resources office: DCJ.HR@ct.gov or 860-258-5800.
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In the Division of Criminal Justice this class is accountable for receiving training and representing the interests of the state in prosecution of assigned criminal and motor vehicle cases and infractions.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Reviews all documentation relative to assigned criminal cases and infractions and directs supplemental or further investigation;
Prepares cases for arraignment, selecting appropriate charges, preparing original statement of facts;
Reviews outstanding defense motions and prepares responses or objections as appropriate;
Interviews witnesses and victims;
Evaluates strengths and weaknesses of case in light of above findings;
Initiates and completes related legal research;
Responsible for plea negotiation with defense attorneys;
Conducts pre-trial conferences;
Conducts jury selection;
Tries cases before juries, three-judge panels, single judge or magistrate;
Reviews applications for arrest warrants and, upon approval, signs and presents to presiding judge for final review and signature;
Maintains liaison with and functions as resource to state and local police;
Advises victims of crimes as to their rights and directs them to the appropriate supportive agencies;
Defends petitions of habeas corpus including preparation of pleadings, argument of motions, and trial of action;
If a member of the Appellate Unit, defends appeals brought by convicted defendants before the Appellate Court and Supreme Court;
May prepare appellate material for submission to Chief State's Attorney's Office after conviction;
May review applications for search and seizure warrants;
Performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Knowledge of
+ and ability to interpret and apply relevant state and federal criminal law;
+ criminal law and legal process, legal principles and practice;
+ the statutory authority, operation and administration of the Division of Criminal Justice;
Considerable
+ interpersonal skills;
+ negotiating skills;
+ trial and counseling skills;
+ oral and written communication skills;
Considerable ability to analyze legal problems, present statements of fact, law and argument;
Ability to write legal briefs and supporting documentation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
Deputy Assistant State's Attorney shall, at the time of appointment be an attorney at law with membership in good standing with the Connecticut Bar.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED
Any student of an accredited law school who is within five (5) months of graduation from such law school and who is a certified legal intern pursuant to the rules of the Superior Court of the State of Connecticut, shall be considered an Apprentice Prosecutor.
INTRODUCTION
The State of Connecticut, Division of Criminal Justice (DCJ) is responsible for the investigation and prosecution of all criminal matters in the State of Connecticut. It is an independent agency of the executive branch of state government, established under the Constitution of the State of Connecticut. The Division is composed of the Office of the Chief State's Attorney, located in Rocky Hill, Connecticut, and the Offices of the State's Attorneys for each of the thirteen Judicial Districts in the State of Connecticut.
About this Position
We are recruiting for one (1) full-time Deputy Assistant State's Attorney or Apprentice Prosecutor position for the GA 01 Stamford, CT. This position works Monday through Friday, based on a 40-hour work week, with core hours of 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
- Salary Information: The starting salary for a DCJ Deputy Assistant State's Attorney is $97,997 to $175,434.00 annually; the Apprentice Prosecutor is paid at $46.94 per hour. Starting salary will be determined by the Division head based on the selected candidate's work experience. The position number is 5251.
THE ROLE
A Prosecutor is a high public official, who is ethically, honor, and duty bound to seek impartial justice for the guilty as well as the innocent and who, in doing so, is beholden to the law, which demands that no passions, prejudice or resentment be brought to bear in its faithful enforcement.
As a Deputy Assistant State's Attorney:
The incumbent, at the time of appointment, must be an attorney at law and must be a member of the Connecticut Bar in good standing. Prior to employment, candidates will be required to complete a background check, and appointment to this position is made by the Criminal Justice Commission. The incumbent may be required to travel in the course of their daily work.
As an Apprentice Prosecutor:
Any student of an accredited law school who is within five months of graduation from such law school and who is a certified legal intern pursuant to the rules of the Superior Court is eligible to be appointed as an Apprentice Prosecutor by the Criminal Justice Commission and shall advance to the position of Deputy Assistant State’s Attorney upon gaining admission to the Connecticut bar within one year of the date of graduation from such law school. Prior to employment, incumbents will be required to complete a background check. The incumbent may be required to travel in the course of their daily work.
About us
The Division of Criminal Justice (Division) and its employees are committed to the fair and equal administration of justice in Connecticut. To this end, the Division acknowledges its duty to investigate and prosecute matters within its jurisdiction diligently, ethically and impartially, honoring its constitutional and common law foundations. By ensuring that the criminal laws of the State of Connecticut are enforced fairly and constitutionally, the Division honors the rule of law upon which our nation is founded. Accomplishing this mission depends upon skill, creativity, and constructive interaction of all Division employees with the law enforcement community and advocacy in the highest traditions of the Office of State's Attorney, the first public prosecutor in America.
NOTE: Incumbents will be required to complete a background check, and appointment to this position is made by the Criminal Justice Commission. Please be sure to include your juris license number on the application.
Selection Plan
FOR ASSISTANCE IN APPLYING:
Please read or watch our Applicant Tips on How to Apply!
To Apply:
The only way to apply to this job posting is via the "APPLY" or "APPLY ONLINE" buttons on the official State of Connecticut Online Employment Center job posting.
In order to be considered for this job opening, you must meet the Minimum Qualifications as listed on the job opening. The minimum experience and training requirements must be met by the closing date on the job opening, unless otherwise specified.
You must specify your qualifications on your application. You will be unable to make revisions once you submit your application for this posting to the JobAps system.
The incumbent will be required to complete a background check and appointment to this position is made by the Criminal Justice Commission. Please be sure to list your juris license number on the application.
Resume Policy: Per Public Act 21-69, C.G.S. 46a-60, resumes are not accepted during the initial application process. As the recruitment progresses, candidates may be required to submit additional documentation to support their qualification(s) for this position. This documentation may include: a cover letter, resume, transcripts, diplomas, performance reviews, attendance records, supervisory references, licensure, etc., at the request and discretion of the hiring agency.
NOTE: For current state employees, salary calculations are not necessarily comparable from one of the three branches of state government (i.e., Executive, Legislative, Judicial) to the other.
After You Apply:
Some email providers may experience delays or issues delivering messages. To avoid missing important updates—such as referral questionnaires or interview scheduling links—please check your Personal Status Board regularly. For added convenience, you can also enable text (SMS) notifications. To do this, log in to your Personal Status Board and select “Update My Contact Information.”
All application materials must be received by the recruiting agency by the time specified on the job opening for the position for which you are applying. Late applications may not be submitted and will not be considered. Exceptions are rare and limited to documented events that incapacitate a candidate during the entire duration of the job posting time period. It is the candidate’s obligation and responsibility to request an exception and provide a legally recognized justification to accommodate such exception. Requests should be made to DCJ.HR@ct.gov.
All communication with applicants will be through the JobAps system, so applicants are encouraged to check for updates to their JobAps portal account. Please ensure that you are utilizing the correct email address for notices to be sent to you from the JobAps system. Interviews will be limited to candidates whose experience and training most closely meet the requirements of the position. Helpful Tips to prepare for your interview.
Candidates who are offered and accept a position with the State of Connecticut are bound by the State Code of Ethics for Public Officials and State Employees, which is available at www.ct.gov/ethics.
Contact Us:
* Updates will be available through your JobAps portal account. Questions about this position should be directed to the hiring agency's human resources office: DCJ.HR@ct.gov or 860-258-5800.
PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)
In the Division of Criminal Justice this class is accountable for receiving training and representing the interests of the state in prosecution of assigned criminal and motor vehicle cases and infractions.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Reviews all documentation relative to assigned criminal cases and infractions and directs supplemental or further investigation;
Prepares cases for arraignment, selecting appropriate charges, preparing original statement of facts;
Reviews outstanding defense motions and prepares responses or objections as appropriate;
Interviews witnesses and victims;
Evaluates strengths and weaknesses of case in light of above findings;
Initiates and completes related legal research;
Responsible for plea negotiation with defense attorneys;
Conducts pre-trial conferences;
Conducts jury selection;
Tries cases before juries, three-judge panels, single judge or magistrate;
Reviews applications for arrest warrants and, upon approval, signs and presents to presiding judge for final review and signature;
Maintains liaison with and functions as resource to state and local police;
Advises victims of crimes as to their rights and directs them to the appropriate supportive agencies;
Defends petitions of habeas corpus including preparation of pleadings, argument of motions, and trial of action;
If a member of the Appellate Unit, defends appeals brought by convicted defendants before the Appellate Court and Supreme Court;
May prepare appellate material for submission to Chief State's Attorney's Office after conviction;
May review applications for search and seizure warrants;
Performs related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Knowledge of
+ and ability to interpret and apply relevant state and federal criminal law;
+ criminal law and legal process, legal principles and practice;
+ the statutory authority, operation and administration of the Division of Criminal Justice;
Considerable
+ interpersonal skills;
+ negotiating skills;
+ trial and counseling skills;
+ oral and written communication skills;
Considerable ability to analyze legal problems, present statements of fact, law and argument;
Ability to write legal briefs and supporting documentation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE
Deputy Assistant State's Attorney shall, at the time of appointment be an attorney at law with membership in good standing with the Connecticut Bar.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - SUBSTITUTIONS ALLOWED
Any student of an accredited law school who is within five (5) months of graduation from such law school and who is a certified legal intern pursuant to the rules of the Superior Court of the State of Connecticut, shall be considered an Apprentice Prosecutor.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in deputy attorney general jobs.
- Active bar admission in the hiring state or jurisdiction
- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
- Minimum of three to five years of litigation or legal advisory experience
- Experience drafting briefs, motions, or formal legal opinions
- Familiarity with state or federal administrative law and regulatory procedure
- Strong written and oral advocacy skills demonstrated through prior caseload
Tips for Your Deputy Attorney General Job Search
Tailor your resume to jurisdiction type
State, federal, and local government deputy attorney general roles each have different writing conventions. Highlight bar admissions, caseload volume, and courtroom appearances for government roles, and shift toward transaction and advisory work when targeting private sector equivalents.
Surface relevant prosecutorial or civil experience
Hiring panels look for demonstrated experience in your target practice area, not just years of licensure. If you have criminal, civil rights, environmental, or consumer protection experience, name the statutes and agencies involved so reviewers can match your background immediately.
Apply early to roles that fit
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Research the office before your interview
Deputy attorney general interviews often include policy or fact-pattern questions tied to the office's current priorities. Read recent press releases, litigation announcements, and legislative testimony from the office so your answers reflect current caseload and jurisdiction.
Negotiate scope before you negotiate compensation
In government settings, direct salary negotiation is limited by pay bands. Focus instead on grade level, supervisory designation, and telework arrangements, all of which affect long-term career trajectory and daily working conditions in ways base pay alone does not.
Follow up through official channels only
Government hiring offices route all candidate communication through their human resources department. Address follow-up correspondence to the HR contact listed in the vacancy announcement rather than the supervising attorney, which keeps your application in good standing with the hiring process.
Deputy Attorney General Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most deputy attorney generals?
State of Delaware, State of Idaho, and United States Department of Justice are hiring the most deputy attorney generals right now, with openings concentrated in California, Idaho, and Colorado, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. State attorneys general offices and large municipal legal departments consistently post the highest volume of openings.
How many deputy attorney general jobs are remote?
About 72% of deputy attorney general openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, which is lower than average for legal roles given the court appearance and in-person advisory requirements of the position. Advisory and policy-focused deputy attorney general roles, particularly those supporting regulatory agencies, are most likely to offer hybrid arrangements.
How do you become a deputy attorney general?
You earn a Juris Doctor, pass the bar exam in your target state, and build litigation or legal advisory experience in a government agency, public defender or prosecutor office, or relevant private practice. Most offices require you to demonstrate courtroom experience and knowledge of state-specific statutes before considering candidates for the deputy level.
Can you get hired as a deputy attorney general with little experience?
Some state attorney general offices hire law school graduates into entry-level deputy attorney general roles, particularly in high-volume civil enforcement or criminal divisions. Judicial clerkships, law school clinics with a government focus, and internships inside a state agency legal department all strengthen a newer attorney's application significantly.
What does the deputy attorney general interview process look like?
Most offices use a structured process that starts with a resume screen, followed by a phone or video interview with HR, and then a panel interview with supervising attorneys. Panels often include a writing exercise or a hypothetical fact pattern relevant to the division's practice area, and some offices require a writing sample submitted in advance.
Where can I find and apply to deputy attorney general jobs?
You can find and apply to deputy attorney general jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your bar admission, practice area, and experience level, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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