Attorney Jobs in NJ Government

Find attorney jobs in New Jersey state government. View Deputy Attorney General, Public Defender, and agency counsel positions with salary information.

Category: Legal & Regulatory

Government attorneys represent the state in litigation, provide legal counsel to agencies, prosecute cases, and defend indigent clients.

Typical Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree
• Admission to New Jersey Bar
• Litigation experience for DAG positions
• Criminal defense experience for Public Defender

Career Progression

• Deputy Attorney General 1
• → Deputy Attorney General 2
• → Senior Deputy Attorney General
• → Assistant Attorney General
• → Division Director

About NJ Civil Service Employment

New Jersey civil service positions offer competitive salaries, comprehensive health benefits, pension enrollment through PERS or PFRS, and job security through merit-based employment protections. Most positions require passing a competitive examination to be placed on an eligibility list. Promotional opportunities allow advancement through clearly defined career ladders within each job family.

Positions may be available at state agencies, county governments, municipal governments, or school districts. Local government positions follow the same civil service rules as state positions and use the same job titles and specifications.

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