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ASSISTANT ATTORNEY GENERAL

 CRIMINAL BUREAU

 GAMING ENFORCEMENT DIVISION

(Springfield District Court)

The Attorney General’s Office is looking for a highly motivated individual with a commitment to public service to serve as a prosecutor in the Gaming Enforcement Division within the Criminal Bureau, Springfield, MA. 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 (AAG) will be involved in investigating and prosecuting criminal conduct related to expanded gaming in the Commonwealth, including violations of G.L. c. 23K, G.L. c. 23N, G.L. c. 267A, and G.L. c. 271, and other illegal activity, such as gaming-related financial crime, cheating, public order offenses, and other criminal activity occurring at the casino including violations of G.L. c. 94C, G.L. c. 265, G.L. c. 266, and G.L. c. 269. The work in this position will emanate from the MGM Casino, and the AAG will be assigned to and appear in Springfield District Court.

The AAG will be expected to handle a District Court caseload and will be charged with leading and coordinating investigations and prosecutions with the Massachusetts State Police and Springfield Police in conjunction with other prosecutors, financial investigators, victim/witness advocates, paralegals, and support staff. The position requires a candidate with a proven track record of versatility and adaptability, and the ability to build bridges and exercise good judgment. Division members work closely with the State Police Gaming Enforcement Unit assigned to both the Attorney General’s Office and the Gaming Commission, as well as federal, state, and local law enforcement partners, which demands a demonstrated history of successful partnerships with other law enforcement agencies. Additional duties will include screening potential cases, fostering relationships with industry stakeholders, participating in trainings, and working cohesively with others in the Attorney General’s Office and the Hampden County District Attorney’s Office. For qualified candidates, Superior Court casework may also be part of this role; for new attorneys, Superior Court casework will be a goal for long-term growth.

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:

• Law school graduate and either: member of the Massachusetts bar or Supreme Judicial Court 3:03 student practitioner certification with expected bar admission in fall 2026
• Criminal prosecution experience as an attorney, 3:03 student practitioner, or law school clinical student.
• Willing to learn, eager to be challenged, open to feedback, and comfortable appearing in court.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, experience with criminal law writing and research.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Self-motivated, disciplined, and ethical, with the ability to exercise sound judgment in decision-making.
• A valid Massachusetts driver’s license is required and ability to travel anywhere in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts to support investigations and litigation.

Applicants must be active members in good standing of the Massachusetts Bar at the time of application. If applicant is applying as a Supreme Judicial Court 3:03 student practitioner, continued employment at AGO is contingent upon successful admission to the Massachusetts bar in fall 2026.

The successful candidate will also be able to demonstrate a connection to the people and communities we serve and an interest in supporting a respectful and inclusive work environment.    

Position Type:  Full-time/Exempt. Applicants must be able to work 37.5 hours per week.

The successful candidate will work in-person and is required to report to the Springfield Regional Office and Springfield District Court.

Salary: $87,500-$130,595, commensurate with JD year. 

The application deadline for this posting is June 22, 2026, at 5:00 PM (ET).

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. 

Inquiries regarding position & status may be made to:

Samantha Ross, Managing Administrative Assistant

Springfield Office

(413) 523-7741

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.