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State of Maine

Asst District Attorney

Biddeford, ME · On-site

$35K - $69K/yr

Assistant District Attorney - PART TIME Prosecutorial District 1, York County ***Please DO NOT APPLY ONLINE - See Applications Instructions below *** Opening Date: March 25, 2026 Closing Date: Until ...

Maine

Asst District Attorney

Biddeford, ME

$35K - $69K/yr

Assistant District Attorney - PART TIME Prosecutorial District 1, York County ***Please DO NOT APPLY ONLINE - See Applications Instructions below *** Opening Date: March 25, 2026 Closing Date: Until ...

Maine

Asst District Attorney

Biddeford, ME

$35K - $69K/yr

Assistant District Attorney - PART TIME Prosecutorial District 1, York County ***Please DO NOT APPLY ONLINE - See Applications Instructions below *** Opening Date: December 22, 2025 Closing Date:

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How much do district attorney jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for district attorney in the United States is $98,246.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $73,000.00 and $118,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between District Attorney vs Prosecutor?

AspectDistrict AttorneyProsecutor
CredentialsJurisdictions often require a law degree and state bar admissionSame as District Attorney, often with additional certifications for specialized cases
Work EnvironmentTypically oversees multiple prosecutors within a county or districtWorks within government offices, handling criminal cases in court
Employer & IndustryGovernment, local or county governmentGovernment, local or state government

The main difference is that a District Attorney is the chief prosecutor for a county or district, overseeing prosecutors and managing legal strategies. A Prosecutor is a general term for legal professionals who prosecute criminal cases, which can include Assistant District Attorneys or other government prosecutors. While all District Attorneys are prosecutors, not all prosecutors are District Attorneys. The roles overlap significantly, but the District Attorney holds a leadership position within the local government legal system.

What are the typical challenges District Attorneys face in balancing caseloads and ensuring justice is served?

District Attorneys often manage a high volume of cases, which can create challenges in prioritizing resources and ensuring thorough review of each case. Balancing the pursuit of convictions with ethical obligations to seek justice, including evaluating evidence fairly and considering alternatives to prosecution, is a key part of the role. Collaborating with law enforcement, victims, and defense attorneys requires strong communication and negotiation skills. Maintaining objectivity and public trust while working under scrutiny is also a common challenge in this position.

What is a District Attorney?

A District Attorney (DA) is a public official who represents the government in the prosecution of criminal offenses within a specific district or county. They oversee the work of assistant district attorneys, decide which cases to prosecute, and are responsible for presenting cases in court. The DA works closely with law enforcement agencies, victims, and witnesses to ensure justice is served. Their duties also include offering plea bargains, providing legal advice to police, and sometimes participating in community crime prevention initiatives.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a District Attorney, and why are they important?

To thrive as a District Attorney, you need a Juris Doctor (JD) degree, bar admission, and strong expertise in criminal law and litigation. Familiarity with legal research databases, case management software, and courtroom technology is essential. Excellent public speaking, ethical judgment, and leadership abilities help a DA succeed in high-pressure environments and manage legal teams. These skills are crucial for ensuring fair prosecutions, upholding justice, and effectively serving the public interest.
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Infographic showing various District Attorney job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 76% Full Time, and 24% Part Time. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $98,246 per year, or $47.2 per hour.
Assistant District Attorney

Assistant District Attorney

Montgomery County, PA

Norristown, PA • On-site

$74K - $97K/yr

Full-time

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

Salary: $74,198.00 - $97,065.00 Annually
Location : Norristown, PA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 24-49, 69, 70, 123, 367
Department: District Attorney
Opening Date: 08/15/2024
SUMMARY
Assistant District Attorneys assume responsibility for fair and ethical prosecution of a variety of crimes, with Trials Assistant District Attorneys taking on the cases from the time an investigation begins through post-sentence motions, and Appellate Assistant District Attorneys taking over the cases following the post-sentence motions and continuing throughout the pendency of the appellate process.
Trials Assistant District Attorneys specialize in the kinds of crime they prosecute; they are assigned to units in the areas of Family Protection, Narcotics, Firearms, Economic Crimes, Major Crimes, and two units focused on community protection for Norristown and Pottstown. In these roles, they gain specialized knowledge in their field of prosecution but handle a wide variety of criminal prosecutions.
They carry caseloads that vary in subject matter from more minor misdemeanors to complex felonies in their specialized units and homicides. They also carry responsibilities of assisting police departments with their inquiries and maintaining positive working relationships with community partners. Trials Assistant District Attorneys are responsible for interacting with victims of crime to ensure their rights are protected and that they are kept informed throughout the criminal process and given voice at the time of plea bargaining and/or sentencing.
Appellate Assistant District Attorneys handle all types of cases in the post-conviction phase, ranging from summary convictions to capital offenses. They specialize in conducting legal research, both in support of their own cases and to assist trial prosecutors in their cases. Additionally, they litigate post-conviction hearings in the Court of Common Pleas, and regularly argue cases before both the Pennsylvania Superior Court and the Pennsylvania Supreme Court.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Review investigations to determine whether sufficient credible evidence exists to initiate prosecution;
  • Review search warrants for probable cause and to identify any possible issues in their execution;
  • Present search warrants with their investigating officers to judges within the Court of Common Pleas where necessary;
  • Conduct preliminary hearings before Magisterial District Judges;
  • Build relationships with victims and victim services agencies early in the life of the case to ensure adequate communication is maintained and the victim's wishes are heard and considered;
  • Review cases to determine whether they are ready to move to plea bargaining and/or trial: review discovery to determine the strength and credibility of evidence; assess whether additional investigative steps are needed; ensure discovery is passed in a timely and thorough manner; review relevant sentencing guidelines; and speak to victim and/or investigating officers to hear and understand their perspective and wishes for the case;
  • Assess and make just, appropriate plea offers to resolve cases by way of guilty plea.
  • Negotiate appropriate and fair case resolutions by communicating professionally and frequently with defense attorneys;
  • Research, draft, file, and litigate pretrial and post-trial motions, including motions in limine, motions to revoke or increase bail, responses to motions to suppress, responses to post-trial motions, and other case-area specific motion.
  • Prepare case for trial by conducting witness preparation prior to hearings and preparing trial exhibits;
  • Try cases before judges and juries by delivering compelling, well-reasoned opening and closing arguments, directing Commonwealth witnesses, and cross-examining defense witnesses;
  • Conduct sentencing hearings during which Commonwealth evidence and victim impact testimony is proffered to support well-articulated arguments for just sentences;
  • Manage time and caseload to ensure all responsibilities are met while frequently adapting to a changing schedule, new deadlines, and additional responsibilities;
  • Attend and participate in pre-trial conferences for assigned courtroom for approximately one week each month; staff a busy courtroom, ensure negotiations with attorneys move efficiently, conduct negotiated guilty plea hearings, and address concerns related to each case and its anticipated disposition with the Court;
  • Take On-Call responsibility for one week at a time, several times per year. This On-Call responsibility requires that the Assistant District Attorney quickly answer emails and calls from police officers at any time of day or night. The On-Call Attorney then assesses who the question should be presented to for quick response and facilitates communications between the law enforcement officer and the appropriate supervisor. The-On Call Attorney also fields requests for search warrant review and submission and preliminary hearing assistance and ensures those requests are responded to quickly and appropriately;
  • Collect, submit, and accurately document Common Pleas search warrants and court orders for the office on an approximately monthly basis;
  • Engage in community building activities including community education events and meetings with community-based partners on a regular basis;
  • Receive and complete assignments on ongoing basis such as consulting with Adult Probation Department, Pre-Trial Services, and various law enforcement agencies.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.
  • Law Degree and Pennsylvania Bar admission;
  • Good communications skills, both oral and written;
  • Strong decision-making skills;
  • Analytical skills;
  • Research and writing skills;
  • Trial advocacy skills;
  • Knowledge of the criminal justice system;
  • Knowledge of Pennsylvania legal and ethical standards applicable to prosecutors;
  • Familiarity with District Attorney's Office structure, mission and policies;
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize tasks;
  • Time management skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands or arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and depth perception.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
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