FIRST ASSISTANT COUNTY ATTORNEY (Pay Grade 36) Non-Union Classified **PROMOTIONAL ONLY**

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

In accordance with the Merit System Rules and Regulations, an eligible list, which will be valid for a one-year period and which will be used to fill vacancies during that period, is being established for this classification. Applicants on the eligible list will be certified in accordance with the Merit System and appropriate union contracts. Candidates may submit online employment applications using the NEOGOV online application system available at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nccde.

EXAMINATION PROCESS: The examination process for this posting may include an evaluation of training and experience, a written examination, a computerized exam, an oral board interview examination, a performance examination or any combination of the above in order to qualify applicants for placement on the eligible list. The eligible list will be used to fill vacancies that occur within the next year. The appropriate number of names on the eligible list as prescribed by Merit System Section 26.03.505 will be certified to the hiring department for consideration to fill the vacant position(s).

New employees are generally hired at the starting salary and may be eligible for merit increases each year upon receipt of a satisfactory performance evaluation, up to the maximum salary.

JOB DESCRIPTION

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: As chief assistant to the County Attorney, performs specialized professional and confidential legal work for New Castle County; does related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: An employee in this class performs responsible and confidential specialized legal work which involves preparing and arguing the County's position in litigation, providing legal counseling to County departments and agencies, and coordinating and overseeing litigation handled by the Assistant County Attorneys and by attorneys on contract to the County. Responsibilities also include conducting research and investigations and drafting legal documents. Work is performed under the general supervision of the County Attorney.

EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Illustrative Only

• Prepares and argues the County's position in litigation;
• Coordinates and oversees legal work handled by the Assistant County Attorneys and attorneys on contract to the County;
• Advises County departments and agencies on legal matters;
• Drafts legal documents;
• Conducts research and investigations;
• Promotes an ongoing attitude of dedication to excellent public service and ensures that external and internal customers are provided with the highest quality of service.
• Operates a data processing terminal, personal computer and other related equipment in the course of the work.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Jacquelyn Moore
Employment Services Administrator

Health Insurance: Starts the first of the month following a 60-day waiting period from the date of hire. Charges for coverage vary depending on type and level of coverage chosen. The following plans are currently available through Highmark (Comprehensive 80% Plan; a PPO (Preferred Provider Organization) and an EPO (Exclusive Provider Organization) and Aetna (Open Access HMO.) Deductibles and co-pays may also apply.

Dental Insurance: Starts the first of the month following a 60-day waiting period from date of hire. Currently, there are two PPO options and an HMO option. Charges vary depending on type and level of coverage chosen.

Sick Leave: Accumulates at the rate of one day for each completed month of service, beginning after the first full month of employment.

Vacation: Vests on December 31 of the calendar year preceding the vacation year. Vested vacation is to be used in the 12 months following the vesting date. Employees are entitled to vacation as follows:

• - 1 day for each completed month of service to a maximum of 10 days
1 – 4 years of service
• - 10 days of vacation
5 – 9 years of service
• - 15 days of vacation
10 – 14 years of service
• - 20 days of vacation
15 years of service
• - 25 days of vacation
15+ years of service
• - 25+ days of vacation (an additional day for each successive year of service)

Holidays: 13-1/2 paid holidays per year (1/2 day on Christmas Eve).

Life Insurance: Provided by the County in the amount of one and one-half times your salary. Minimum benefit - $50,000; Maximum benefit - $200,000.

Pension: Employee contributory amount of three percent of base salary to defined benefit plan. County will make a non-elective contribution of one percent of base salary to defined contribution account. In addition, the County will also make an annual matching contribution of one hundred percent of employee's contribution, up to a maximum of two percent to defined contribution account. 10-year vesting.

Deferred Compensation Plan:
Optional employee contributory plan available.

Additional Benefits: Salary increases each year dependent upon appropriate negotiated increase and/or merit increases; Credit Union, Blood Bank, Sick Leave Bank (after two years of service), Fitness Center, and an Employee Assistance Program are all benefits available to employees at no cost.

Supplemental Benefits: Flexible Spending Accounts (medical reimbursement and dependent care), additional life insurance, vision, group accident, group hospital indemnity, group disability, and critical care insurance are also available at an additional cost to the employee.

Union Affiliation: Some positions are affiliated with a local bargaining unit, and, therefore, will require a monthly dues deduction ranging from $23 to $46.65 per month.

Special Note: The above benefits are subject to change. For detailed information on any of the above, contact the Office of Human Resources at (302) 395-5180.

Revised: 12/15/15