Assistant Attorney General | Gaming Enforcement Division - WMAS

The Assistant Attorney General position involves the investigation and prosecution of complex criminal cases within the jurisdiction of Western Massachusetts. Cases will include a variety of matters handled by the Criminal Bureau with a focus on gaming.

What You Will Do

Investigate and prosecute all crimes originating at or connected to the casinos, such as firearm-related crimes, narcotics, domestic violence, sexual assaults, and sophisticated larcenies as well as gaming-related financial crime, organized crime, corruption, and money laundering.

Why It Might Be a Fit

The successful candidate will be required to handle a complex caseload, lead and coordinate investigations and prosecutions with State Police, and work cohesively with others in the Office of the Attorney General.

Requirements

• Must be a member of the Massachusetts bar and a practicing attorney.
• At least five (5) years of experience as an attorney, preferably in state criminal practice.
• Knowledge of, or ability to gain understanding of, Massachusetts statutes involving money laundering, all aspects of illegal gaming, larceny, domestic violence, and sexual assault is highly desirable, as is trial experience in Superior Court or U.S. District Court.
• Ability to handle a large and advanced caseload and comfortable appearing in court.
• Ability to conduct long- and short-term investigations, including lengthy grand jury investigations.
• Excellent legal writing experience and communication skills.
• Self-motivated, team-player, disciplined, ethical, and willing to learn, with the ability to exercise sound judgment in decision-making.

Benefits

• Salary: $90,125 to $134,513, commensurate with JD year.
• Full-time/Exempt position with a hybrid model including some remote workdays and occasional in-office days.
• Valid Massachusetts Driver’s License is required.
• Three or four days per week in-office work requirement for the first six months.
• Telework days available for most positions.
• Paid time off, health insurance, and other benefits not explicitly mentioned.