Assistant Attorney General

Assistant Attorney General (2600001T)

The Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell is looking for a highly motivated attorney with extensive prosecutorial experience to handle narcotics and firearms investigations and cases within the Enterprise & Major Crimes Division of the Criminal Bureau.

The Criminal Bureau is staffed by experienced prosecutors who partner with intelligence analysts, financial investigators, Massachusetts State Police troopers assigned to the Attorney General’s Office, and local, state, and federal investigative and enforcement agencies to investigate and prosecute large-scale narcotics trafficking organizations and firearms investigations throughout the Commonwealth.

Primary Duties

• Lead investigations conducted with Massachusetts State Police Troopers and investigators from other law enforcement agencies, including the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration;
• Review all search warrants sought in connection with these investigations, including GPS tracking, "ping" and cell-site simulator, cell-site location information (CSLI), and wiretap warrants;
• Conduct extensive grand jury practice, including immunization of witnesses, working with civilian witnesses/victims, and victim witness advocates;
• Handle all phases of litigation for cases stemming from these investigations in Superior Court, including motions to suppress, trials, and related civil forfeiture claims.

Position Type

Full-Time / Exempt

Location

The Assistant Attorney General may work out of the Boston office or one of the regional offices in Springfield, New Bedford, or Worcester. A hybrid model may include some telework days. For the first six months, the role requires in-office work at least three to four days per week.

Salary

$84,134 to $125,572, commensurate with JD year and experience.

Application Instructions

Do not apply via the MassCareers website. To apply, follow the link below to the Attorney General’s Office direct application page at or the BambooHR portal. Submit a cover letter and resume. The application deadline is January 26, 2026, at 5:00 PM (ET). Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For accommodations, contact the Human Resources Division at (617) 963-2932. For inquiries regarding position & status, call (617) 963-2237.

Qualifications

• Must be a practicing attorney and a member of the Massachusetts bar.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in state criminal practice, including grand jury investigations, motion practice, and trials.
• Ability to handle a large, advanced caseload with substantial Superior Court experience.
• Background in handling narcotics-related investigations and prosecution preferred; extensive experience in reviewing search warrants and wiretap warrants.
• A valid Massachusetts driver’s license is required.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The Attorney General’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. As the representative of the Commonwealth and its residents, the Attorney General’s Office strives to ensure that those working in our office reflect the diversity of the communities we serve. The Office encourages applicants from a broad spectrum of backgrounds to apply for positions.

Disability Accommodation

Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We will gladly assist applicants in need of an accommodation. For assistance, contact the Human Resources Division at (617) 963-2932.

Diversity, Equal Employment Opportunity, and ADA

If you have Diversity, Affimative Action or Equal Employment Opportunity questions or need a Reasonable Accommodation, please contact Diversity Officer / ADA Coordinator : Non-Executive Branch Agency - 0000000000.