Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell is looking for a highly motivated Assistant Attorney General to

the Gaming Enforcement Division within the Criminal Bureau in the Western Massachusetts Office

(WMAS) in Springfield, MA. WMAS staff handle legal matters from various areas of the Attorney

General’s Office (AGO), including the Criminal, Energy & Environmental, Government, Health Care &

Fair Competition, and Public Protection & Advocacy Bureaus. The WMAS Office also provides on-site

assistance to residents with civil rights, consumer, and labor issues, and serves as a regional hub for

the implementation of AGO-wide priorities that involve community outreach, education, and policy

initiatives.

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. The Gaming Enforcement Division is a statewide team of

prosecutors, investigators, and administrative and other staff, partnered with the Massachusetts State

Police, and charged with investigating and prosecuting gaming-related crimes pursuant to G.L. c. 12 §

11M.

Primary Duties: The Assistant Attorney General in the Gaming Enforcement Division will 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 including violations of G.L. c. 23K,

G.L. c. 23N, G.L. c. 267A, and G.L. c. 271. The Gaming Enforcement Division is a statewide division, and

the position requires a candidate with a proven track record of versatility and adaptability. Division

members work closely with the State Police Gaming Enforcement Unit assigned to both the Office of

the Attorney General and the Massachusetts Gaming Commission, as well as federal, state, and local

law enforcement partners.

The Assistant Attorney General will be expected to handle a complex caseload and be charged with

leading and coordinating investigations and prosecutions with State Police in conjunction with other

prosecutors, victim/witness advocates, paralegals, and support staff. Additional functions will include

screening potential cases, fostering relationships with industry stakeholders, participating in training,

occasional district court coverage, and working cohesively with others in the Office of the Attorney

General.

All employees assigned to the Gaming Enforcement Division are subject to the Enhanced Code of Ethics

adopted pursuant to G.L. c. 12, § 11M(c).

Position 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.

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a connection to the people and communities we

serve and an interest in supporting a respectful and inclusive work environment.

Location: Although this position is based in Springfield, MA, the successful candidate will be required

from time to time to travel as needed to other areas of the Commonwealth in support of

investigations. Accordingly, a valid Massachusetts Driver’s License is required. Our hybrid model

includes some telework days for most positions. For the first six months in the position, the Assistant

Attorney General will be expected to work in office at least three or four days per week.

Position Type: Full-Time/Exempt

Salary: $90,125 to $134,513, commensurate with JD year.

Application Process: To apply for this position, all applicant must visit the AGO website via this link,

upload your cover letter, writing sample, and resume, and submit an application.

Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. We will gladly assist applicants who are in

need of an accommodation. For assistance, contact the Human Resources Division at (617) 963-2932

Inquiries regarding position & status may be made to:

Stephanie Ilberg, Regional Chief

Springfield Office

(413) 523-7711

Or

Melissa Vallejo, Administrative Assistant

Gaming Enforcement Division

617-963-2024

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.