The guiding force that brings most to the Division of Criminal Justice is a desire to serve the public. First and foremost, we are public servants because our only client is the people of Connecticut. It’s hard work – but it’s rewarding work.
As one prosecutor put it: “I always know that I am on the right side in this job.” Or, put another way, we do make a difference.
Our Appellate Bureau is by far the largest group of attorneys whose practice is limited exclusively to the research and authorship of legal briefs and the presentation of oral arguments before the Connecticut Supreme Court and the Connecticut Appellate Court.
Other specialized units investigate and prosecute corruption in government, white-collar crime, fraud and other high-profile crimes. The State's Attorneys are responsible for the investigation and prosecution of all criminal matters within their respective Judicial District -- matters from motor vehicle infractions to homicide cases.
With some 500 employees – more than half attorneys – the Division of Criminal Justice is essentially one of the largest law firms in the State of Connecticut.
Division of Criminal Justice employees serve in more than 50 locations throughout the state as prosecutors, inspectors, investigators and administrative and support staff. Our alumni include Judges, distinguished members of the private Bar and attorneys involved in public service through other means.
Yes, our only client is the people of Connecticut , and we know that the only way that we can truly serve all of the people is to reflect all of the people – our society as a whole. That is why the Division has such a strong commitment to a diverse workforce.
The Division of Criminal Justice is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Positions advertised to the public may include prosecutors, inspectors, investigators, managers, accountants and clerical staff, to name a few. Follow this link for a listing of current employment opportunities. Employment applications are required for all advertised positions and can be obtained at any State's Attorney's Office, at the Chief State's Attorney's Office, 300 Corporate Place, Rocky Hill, Connecticut, 06067, or downloaded in fillable PDF format by following this link.