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Posting Date: October 2, 2018 Closing Date: October 16, 2018 Job Title: Assistant Attorney General Position Type: Regular Full Time Location: Contract Litigation Unit 200 St. Paul Place, Baltimore, Maryland Description: The Office of the Attorney General is seeking applicants for an Assistant Attorney General in its Contract Litigation Unit. The position is responsible for litigating disputes, often factually and legally complex, arising out of the formation and administration of State construction and service contracts, and for providing advice on contract issues to a variety of State agencies. The position offers the opportunity for significant civil litigation experience in a collaborative working environment.
Experience: The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years of progressively responsible litigation experience, Maryland Bar membership, first chair deposition experience with fact and expert witnesses, and at least second chair trial experience, as well as strong analytical, writing and advocacy skills. An interest in construction is helpful.
Submission: Interested persons should submit resumes and salary requirements to: Douglas Carrey-Beaver, Division Director, Office of the Attorney General, Contract Litigation Unit, 200 St. Paul Place, Baltimore, Maryland 21202, or to dcarreybeaver@oag.state.md.us by close of business on Tuesday, October 16, 2018. The Maryland Office of the Attorney General is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity in the workplace.
Posting Date: September 26, 2018 Closing Date: October 11, 2018
Job Title: Assistant Attorney General Position Type:Regular Full time
Location: Department of Housing and Community Development 7800 Harkins Road, Lanham, Maryland 20706 Description: The Office of the Attorney General is seeking applicants for an Assistant Attorney General with a concentration in commercial real estate transactions and workouts to represent the Department of Housing & Community Development. The Department is the State’s housing & community development finance agency. The Department finances affordable housing programs and makes loans and grants for neighborhood revitalization. Experience: The ideal candidate will have five years experience with commercial and real estate transactions, and admission to the Maryland Bar. Experience with representing businesses or lenders in commercial real estate transactions or loan workouts is required. Experience with mortgage insurance programs, government financing programs, bankruptcy, foreclosure, federal housing law, and general litigation is helpful. Submission: Interested persons should submit their resume to Anthony J. Mohan, Counsel, Department of Housing & Community Development, 7800 Hawkins Road, Lanham, MD 20706 by the close of business on Friday, October 11, 2018. The Maryland Office of the Attorney General is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity in the workplace.
Posting Date: September 26, 2018 Closing Date: October 11, 2018 Job Title: Assistant Attorney General Position Type: Regular Full time
Location: Department of Housing and Community Development 7800 Harkins Road, Lanham, Maryland 20706 Description: The Office of the Attorney General is seeking an Assistant Attorney General to represent the Department of Housing and Community Development (“Department”) in litigation, personnel, Public Information Act (“PIA”), and procurement matters. The Department is the State’s housing and community development finance agency. The type of litigation in which the Department typically is involved includes tort claims, real property disputes, section 8 housing choice voucher program termination actions, personnel disputes, breach of contract actions, and other miscellaneous litigation matters. The Assistant Attorney General in this position may practice before the District and Circuit Courts of Maryland, the United States District Court for the District of Maryland, the Office of Administrative Hearings, the Maryland Commission on Civil Rights, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission, the Public Service Commission, and the Maryland State Board of Contract Appeals. Responsibilities also include assisting the Department in responding to PIA requests, drafting and reviewing contracts (including procurement contracts and inter-agency agreements), and advising on PIA, procurement, and personnel matters. Experience: The ideal candidate will have five years general litigation experience and admission to the Maryland Bar. Experience with public information act, personnel, and procurement law helpful. Submission: Interested persons should submit their resume to Anthony J. Mohan, Counsel, Department of Housing & Community Development, 7800 Hawkins Road, Lanham, MD 20706 or by email to tony.mohan@maryland.gov by the close of business on Friday, October 11, 2018. The Maryland Office of the Attorney General is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity in the workplace.
Posting Date: September 10, 2018 Closing Date: October 1, 2018
Job Title: Assistant Attorney General Position Type: Regular Part Time – 20 hours per week (50%)
Location: Office of the Attorney General, Maryland State Retirement and Pension System, 120 East Baltimore Street, Suite 1417, Baltimore, Maryland 21202
Description: The Office of the Attorney General is seeking applicants for an Assistant Attorney General position with the Maryland State Retirement and Pension System (“System”). The System provides retirement and pension allowances and other benefits to more than 385,000 participants, including State employees, teachers, judges, law enforcement officers, legislators and employees of more than 100 participating governmental units in Maryland. This position will provide legal advice and representation to the State Retirement Agency on all issues related to disability retirement benefits provided by the System. The attorney will be involved in all stages of the disability claim and appeal process, including assisting and advising the Agency’s Disability Unit and the System’s Medical Board, representing the System at Administrative Hearings before the Office of Administrative Hearings, and representing the System in judicial review proceedings in the Maryland circuit courts, Court of Special Appeals, and Court of Appeals. This position may also provide advice and representation on other issues related to the administration of pension benefits to participants of the System. This position is shared between two attorneys each working 50% time (20 hours per week).
Experience: The ideal candidate will have at least five years of litigation experience, the ability to handle all phases of litigation independently, and excellent oral advocacy and writing skills. Prior experience handling administrative appeals, pension or employee benefits matters, or insurance defense litigation is highly desirable. The ability to analyze medical reports and prepare expert witnesses for testimony is also highly desirable. Admission to the Maryland Bar is required.
Submission: Interested persons should submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample and a list of threereferences by mail to Rachel S. Cohen, Principal Counsel, Office of the Attorney General, Maryland StateRetirement and Pension System, 120 E. Baltimore Street, Suite 1417, Baltimore, Maryland 21202, or byemail to rcohen@sra.state.md.us by the close of business on Monday, October 1, 2018 .
The Maryland Office of the Attorney General is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity in the workplace.
Posting Date: September 13, 2018 Closing Date: September 26, 2018
Job Title: Assistant Attorney General Position Type: Regular Full time
Location: Subsequent Injury Fund, 222 Schilling Circle, Hunt Valley, Maryland
Description: The Office of the Attorney General is seeking applicants for an Assistant Attorney General position at the Subsequent Injury Fund. The successful candidate will provide legal advice and representation to the Subsequent Injury Fund. Responsibilities include, but not limited to, representation of the Fund before the Workers= Compensation Commission and various circuit courts of Maryland and interpretation of the law pertaining to the Subsequent Injury Fund and its application to the claims of injured workers in Maryland. Position carries a heavy trial load and State-wide travel is required.
Experience: The ideal candidate will have at least seven years of litigation experience (Workers’ Compensation preferred), including jury trial experience, as well as strong writing and oral advocacy skills. Experience providing advice to a government agency is also preferred. Maryland Bar membership is required.
Submission: Interested persons should submit resumes and a cover letter summarizing your experience and explaining your interest in the position to: Sophia Swope, Principal Counsel, Subsequent Injury Fund, 222 Schilling Circle, Suite 180, Hunt Valley, MD 21031 by the close of business day Wednesday, September 26, 2018.
Posting Date: September 13, 2018 Closing Date: September 27, 2018
Job Title: Contractual Staff Attorney Position Type: Full Time
Location: Consumer Protection Division, 200 St. Paul Place, Baltimore, Maryland
Description: The Office of the Attorney General is seeking applicants to serve as a contractual Staff Attorney to the Consumer Protection Division's Home Builder and Home Builder Sales
Representative Registration Unit. The Staff Attorney will represent the interests of the Consumer Protection Division with respect to the new home building industry and will be responsible for enforcing the home builder registration laws, including the laws governing home builders, home builder sales representatives and the guaranty fund, and responding to business and consumer inquiries.
Experience: The ideal candidate will have legal experience in administrative and new home construction laws. Admission to the Maryland Bar is required.
Submission: Interested persons should submit a resume with cover letter, writing sample, and list of references to: Karen Valentine, Director, Home Builder and Home Builder Sales Representative Registration Unit, Office of the Attorney General, 200 Saint Paul Place, 16th Floor, Baltimore, MD 21202 by the close of business on Thursday, September 27, 2018.
Posting Date: September 13, 2018 Closing Date September 27, 2018
Location: Maryland Department of Environment, Office of the Attorney General1800 Washington Blvd., Suite 755 Baltimore, MD 21230
Description: The Office of the Attorney General, Department of Environment (“Department”) is seeking applicants for an Assistant Attorney General to represent the Department. This position serves as counsel to the Water and Science Administration. Position responsibilities include legal and regulatory advice, and litigation before state, federal, and appellate courts, as well as administrative agencies.
Experience: The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years of legal experience and excellent writing skills. Admission to the Maryland Bar is required. A background in environmental law with a focus on water pollution and wetlands is highly desirable.
Submission: Interested persons should submit resumes to Andrea Baker, Acting Principal Counsel, Office of the Attorney General, Maryland Department of the Environment, 1800 Washington Blvd, Suite 6048, Baltimore, MD 21230 by close of business on Thursday, September 27, 2018, by mail, fax: 410-537-3943 or e-mail directly to (andrea.baker@maryland.gov) by COB Thursday, September 27, 2018.
The Maryland Office of the Attorney General is an equal opportunity employer, committed todiversity in the workplace
Location: Department of Information Technology, Office of the Attorney General310 W. Preston Street, Room 1304 Baltimore, MD 21201
Description: The Office of the Attorney General, Department of Information Technology (“DoIT”), is seeking applicants for an Assistant Attorney General. Responsibilities for this position include supporting DoIT’s IT procurement activities, including review of requests for proposals, advice to DoIT’s procurement unit, handling any protests or contract claims that arise as a result of a procurement or under a State contract (including litigation of those matters), advice during the term of procurement contracts and oversight of IT procurements by other State agencies. The AAG is also responsible for drafting and review of MOU’s, performing legal research, writing legal memoranda and pleadings, drafting advice memorandum, and providing advice on a range of matters related to DoIT’s activities.
Experience: The ideal candidate will have at least five years of legal experience and familiarity with State procurement law. The ability to handle personnel issues is desirable. Maryland Bar membership is required.
Submission: Interested persons should submit resumes to Howard J. Barr, Principal Counsel, Office ofthe Attorney General, Department of Information Technology, 301 W. Preston Street, Room 1304, Baltimore, MD 21201 by close of business on Thursday, September 27, 2018. .
The Maryland Office of the Attorney General is an equal opportunity employer, committed todiversity in the workplace.
Posting Date: September 10, 2018 Closing Date: September 25, 2018
Location: Maryland State Police Headquarters, 1201 Reisterstown Road, Pikesville, MD 21208
Description: The Office of Attorney General is seeking an attorney to serve as an Assistant Attorney General to the Maryland State Police. Primary responsibilities include litigation in federal and state courts, along with advice, counsel, and support to all bureaus of the Department, on a variety of matters including police operations, constitutional law, employment law, forensic sciences, criminal discovery, Public Information Act, procurement, etc. The litigation for the agency is primarily defending suits involving civil rights, intentional torts and motor vehicle torts.
Experience: The ideal candidate will have at least seven years of litigation experience (civil preferred), including jury trial experience, as well as strong writing and oral advocacy skills. Experience providing advice to a government agency is also preferred. Maryland and Federal Bar (District of Maryland) membership is required
Submission: Interested persons should submit resumes and a cover letter summarizing your experience and explaining your interest in the position to Ronald M. Levitan, Principal Counsel, Maryland State Police at Ronald.Levitan@maryland.gov. Please write “Maryland State Police, AAG Application" in the subject line and submit application by close of business on Tuesday, September 25, 2018.
Posting Date: August 28, 2018 Closing Date: September 13, 2018
Job Title: Child Support Attorney Position Type: Contractual Full time
Location: Baltimore City Office of Child Support 217 E. Redwood Street, 11th Floor, Baltimore MD 21202
Description: The Office of the Attorney General is seeking applicants for a full-time contractual Social Services Attorney to represent the Child Support Administration of the Department of Human Services in Baltimore City. Primary responsibilities of this position involve state court litigation in the area of child support establishment and enforcement and providing general agency advice and counsel.
Experience: The ideal candidate for this position would have at least two years of experience in trial litigation. Maryland Bar membership is required. Family law experience is preferred.
Submission: Interested persons should electronically submit their resumes in PDF to Charlton Howard, Chief, Office of Special Counsel, Charlton.Howard@maryland.gov , by the close of business on Thursday, September 13, 2018. Please write "Child Support Administration – Baltimore City" in the subject line. Applicants who are invited for an interview may also be asked for a writing sample.
Posting Date: September 6, 2018 Closing Date: September 19, 2018
Job Title: Assistant Attorney General Position Type: Part-Time
Location: Office of the Attorney General, 200 St. Paul Place, Baltimore, Maryland
Description: The part-time Assistant Attorney General will represent the Maryland State Library Agency and the State Library Board and its employees. The duties will include handling all procurement and all personnel issues including employee discipline, termination, discrimination claims, and all litigation related thereto. The Assistant Attorney General will provide legal advice on the State Library budget process; approval of County library capitalprojects, grant management, gifts and other federal and State appropriations. The Assistant Attorney General will advise on the promulgation of regulations, Public Information Act requests, Open Meeting laws, and appeals to the State Library Board.
Experience: The ideal candidate will have at least two years’ legal experience, excellent writing skills, and admission to the Maryland Bar.
Submission: Interested persons should send a cover letter, resume, and writing sample via regular mail to Elizabeth Kameen, Principal Counsel, Maryland State Department of Education Division, Office of the Attorney General, 19th Floor, 200 Saint Paul Place, Baltimore, MD 21202, or to Elizabeth Kameen via email to mphillips@oag.state.md.us by the close of business on Wednesday, September 19, 2018.
The Maryland Office of the Attorney General is an equal opportunity employer, committedto diversity in the workplace
Posting Date: August 8, 2018 Closing Date: August 22, 2018
Job Title: Administrator Position Type: Regular Full Time
Description: The Consumer Protection Division, Office of the Attorney General, is seeking an administrator for its Home Builder and Home Builder Sales Representative Registration Unit. This position will assist in the management of a state-wide registration program for home builders and home builder sales representatives and a state-wide registration program for structured settlement transferees. Responsibilities include day-to-day management of a caseload and databases, review of registration applications, responding to business and consumer inquiries, participating in investigations and enforcement proceedings, preparing reports, responding to Public Information Act requests, and working closely with clerical staff.
Experience: Minimum requirements: Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university. Three years' experience in administrative or professional work. One year of this experience must have involved either supervision of other employees or responsibility for program development. (Pertinent volunteer and/or part-time experience is acceptable. Applicants may substitute graduate education for the required experience at the rate of one year of education to one year of experience, for up to three years of the required experience. Applicants may substitute additional experience as defined above for the required education at the rate of one year of experience to one year of education, for up to four years of the required education). Candidates must be detail oriented and adept at multitasking, and have strong communication, analytical, computer and organizational skills. Knowledge of investigative techniques and experience in home inspections or the new home sales industry preferred but not required.
Submission: Interested persons should submit an application and supplemental questionnaire through the Department of Budget and Management, Maryland State Online Employment Center http://www.jobaps.com/MD/ by the close of business Wednesday, August 22, 2018.
Posting Date: July 31, 2018 Closing Date: August 15, 2018
Job Title: Fraud Investigators Position Type: Contractual
Location: Office of the Attorney General, Criminal Investigation Division 200 St. Paul Place, Baltimore, Maryland 21202
Description: The Office of the Attorney General, Criminal Investigation Division is seeking applicants for (2) Contractual Fraud Investigators to conduct investigations of suspected disability fraud cases for the Cooperative Disability Investigations units within the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) in the Criminal Investigation Division. The mission of the Cooperative Disability Investigations (CDI) Program is to combat fraud by investigating statements and activities that raise suspicion of disability fraud by claimants, medical providers, interpreters, or other service providers. Job duties include: conduct undercover operations and surveillance; interview suspects and other witnesses; prepare investigative reports; maintain vehicle logs, attend staff meetings and receive CDI orientation; and provide testimony in criminal, civil and administrative proceedings.
Experience: The ideal candidates will have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university and three years criminal or fraud investigative experience. Applicants may substitute graduate education for the required general experience at the rate of one year of education to one year of experience, for up to two years of the required general experience. Applicants may substitute additional experience as defined above for the required education at the rate of one year of experience to one year of education, for up to four years of the required education. Must have computer software experience, including use of Access or Excel, word processing programs, fundamental understanding of database concepts and experience using the National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and the National Insurance Crime Bureau (NICB). Must have excellent communication and writing skills. The candidate must be willing to work throughout the state and at times work outside the typical workday, as required. The candidate must possess a valid Maryland Driver’s License. Submission: Interested persons should submit an application and supplemental questionnaire through the Department of Budget and Management, Maryland State Online Employment Center http://www.jobaps.com/md/ by the close of business Wednesday, August 15, 2018. The Maryland Office of the Attorney General is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity in the workplace.
Posting Date: July 27, 2018 Closing Date: August 13, 2018
Job Title: Spanish-Fluent Receptionist/ Administrative Assistant Position Type: Contractual
Description: The Office of the Attorney General is seeking applicants for a contractual Spanish-fluent Administrative Assistant and Receptionist to assist in the administration of the Consumer Protection Division and the Office. The position is responsible for answering incoming calls on both English and Spanish hotlines; providing Spanish translation assistance for the Office; the intake of written, oral and electronic correspondence; scanning of communications into the Division's database; data entry of all forms of consumer contact; oral and written communication with stakeholders; creating, organizing and closing case files, including pleadings; creating exhibit notebooks; providing administrative support to the Division's attorneys, staff and volunteers; and otherwise assisting in the management of the Division's daily caseload.
Experience: The ideal candidate must possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited four-your college or university and high school diploma or equivalent and one year of administrative or professional work. (Pertinent volunteer and/or part-time experience is acceptable. Applicants may substitute additional experience in administrative staff or professional work on a year-for-year basis for the required education. Applicants may substitute additional graduate level education at an accredited college or university at the rate of 30 semester credit hours for each year of the required experience. Applicants may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work that included the regular independent judgment and analysis in applying and interpreting complex administrative plans, policies, rules or regulations or analysis of operational programs or procedures with recommendations for improved on a year-for- year basis for the required education and experience.) Applicants must have knowledge of Word, telephone experience, and organizational skills. Legal secretarial and database experience preferred. Fluency in Spanish is required.
Submission: Interested persons should submit an application and supplemental questionnaire through the Department of Budget and Management, Maryland State Online Employment Center http://www.jobaps.com/MD/ by the close of business Monday, August 13, 2018.
Posting Date: July 12, 2018 Closing Date: August 15, 2018 Job Title: Assistant Attorney General Position Type: Regular Full time Location: Maryland State Police Headquarters, 1201 Reisterstown Road, Pikesville, MD 21202.
Experience: The ideal candidate will have at least seven years of civil litigation experience, including jury trial experience, as well as strong writing and oral advocacy skills. Experience providing advice to a government agency is also preferred. Maryland and Federal Bar (District of Maryland) membership is required.
Submission: Interested persons should submit resumes and a cover letter summarizing your experience and explaining your interest in the position to Ronald M. Levitan, Principal Counsel, Maryland State Police at Ronald.Levitan@maryland.gov . Please write “Maryland State Police, AAG Application" in the subject line and submit application by close of business on Wednesday, August 15, 2018.
Posting Date: July 17, 2018 Closing Date: August 3, 2018
Job Title: Administrative Aide Position Type: Full Time
Location: Department of Budget & Management, 300 W. Preston Street, Baltimore, Maryland
Description - The Office of the Attorney General at the Department of Budget and Management is seeking applicants for the position of Administrative Aide. The position is a Grade 11 ($32,364 - $50,818 depending upon experience) and is located at 300 West Preston Street, Baltimore, MD 21201. The position supports at least three attorneys and a paralegal. Responsibilities include preparing and typing correspondence, legal memoranda, and pleadings, as well as receiving and screening telephone calls, and, interacting with various State agencies, courts, litigants, attorneys, and the public.
Qualifications – At least a High School diploma or equivalent, and four years secretarial experience.
(Pertinent volunteer and/or part time experience is acceptable.) Applicants may substitute an Associate's Degree in Secretarial Science, Clerical Studies, or a related field, from an accredited college for up to two years of the required experience. Applicants must have working knowledge of Microsoft Word & Excel, telephone experience, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work well with a team of busy professionals. Legal secretarial experience preferred.
Submission: Interested persons should submit an application and supplemental questionnaire through the Department of Budget and Management, Maryland State Online Employment Center http://www.jobaps.com/MD/ by the close of business Friday, August 3, 2018.
Posting Date: October 24, 2017 Closing Date: Open until filled
Job Title: Special Assistant Attorney General Position Type: Limited Term
Location: 200 St. Paul Place, Baltimore Maryland
Position Description: The Special Assistant Attorney General (SAAG) will pursue the Attorney General's environmental agenda by challenging the dismantling of federal statutes and regulations designed to limit pollution and toxic substances, promote clean energy, and address climate change. Responsibilities include: evaluating potential and pending litigation, developing legal arguments and strategies, and collaborating with stakeholders to advance these efforts. Position responsibilities also include: litigation before state, federal, and appellate courts, as well as administrative agencies. The SAAG is a limited term position that is funded by the New York University School of Law State Energy and Environmental Impact Center. NYU School of Law will pay the salary of the SAAG, and the State Impact Center will provide on-going support. The SAAG will work out of the Maryland Office of the Attorney General's central office in Baltimore.
Qualifications: Candidates should have a minimum of five years of legal experience and excellent research and writing skills. Candidates should have a demonstrated working knowledge of legal issues related to environmental compliance and energy policy. The SAAG salary is commensurate with experience.
Submission: Interested persons should submit resumes by email to Christina Caldwell, ccaldwell@oag.state.md.us. Please put “Special Assistant Attorney General" in the subject line.
Posting Date: July 5, 2018 Closing Date: July 19, 2018
Submission: Interested persons should submit an application and supplemental questionnaire through the Department of Budget and Management, Maryland State Online Employment Center http://www.jobaps.com/MD/ by the close of business Thursday, July 19, 2018.
Posting Date: July 5, 2018 Closing Date: July 25, 2018
Job Title: Office Clerk II Position Type: Full Time Contractual
Location: Department of Budget & Management, 300 West Preston Street, Baltimore, Maryland
Description: The Office of the Attorney General is seeking applicants for the position of Office Clerk. The position provides general office support. Position responsibilities include opening/distributing mail, filing, making copies, scanning, faxing, and other general clerical duties, in a high volume, fast paced office. This vacancy is a State contractual position.
Requirements: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate. At least one year of experience successfully performing clerical duties in a professional office environment. Six months of clerical training with three courses in subjects such as keyboarding, clerical math, word processing, spreadsheets, data base, graphics presentation, proofreading, or office etiquette may be substituted for six months of the required office experience. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in Administrative classifications or Administrative, Clerical or Office Services specialty codes in the Clerical Support field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required office experience. Reliability, attention to detail, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work well within a team of busy professionals in a legal office, are all required.
Submission: Interested persons should submit an application and supplemental questionnaire through the Department of Budget & Management, Maryland Online Employment Center http://www/jobaps.com/MD/ by the close of business on Thursday, July 19, 2018.
Posting Date: July 12, 2018 Closing Date: July 25, 2018
Job Title: Senior Counsel Position Type: Regular Full time
Location: State Lottery and Gaming Control Agency 1800 Washington Blvd., Suite 330, Baltimore, MD 21230 Description: The Office of Attorney General, State Lottery and Gaming Control Agency, is seeking applicants for a Senior Counsel to represent the Agency. This position functions as Senior Counsel for the Agency, as well as providing similar services as necessary to the State Lottery and Gaming Control Commission. The Senior Counsel has a particular expertise in personnel law and/or procurement matters. Position responsibilities include legal and regulatory advice, limited assignment of work tasks to Assistant Attorneys General, and litigation before state, federal and appellate courts, as well as administrative agencies. Experience: The ideal candidate will have a minimum of seven years of legal experience, strong analytical skills, and excellent writing skills. A strong background in State Personnel or procurement law is highly desirable. Admission to the Maryland Bar is required. Submission: Interested persons should submit resumes to Robert T. Fontaine, Principal Counsel, Office of the Attorney General, Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency, by mail to 1800 Washington Boulevard, Suite 330, Baltimore, MD 21230; fax at 410-230-8787 or preferably email to Robert.fontaine@maryland.gov by Wednesday, July 25, 2018. The Maryland Office of the Attorney General is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity in the workplace.
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Job Title: Assistant Attorney General Position Type: Regular Full Time
Location: Criminal Investigation Division, Office of the Attorney General 200 St. Paul Place, Baltimore, Maryland
Description: The Office of the Attorney General is seeking applicants to serve as Chief of Fraud & Corruption. The Chief will coordinate the investigation and prosecution of a broad range of criminal offenses such as tax fraud, procurement fraud, insurance fraud, securities crimes, and state employee misconduct. The Chief will maintain a docket of their own and will coordinate with civil agency attorneys to ensure the States' criminal, civil, and administrative enforcement efforts are pursued strategically. The Chief will also collaborate with partner agencies to develop proactive enforcement strategies in priority areas. Additionally, the Chief will be responsible for evaluating cases referred to the Office and determining whether local, state, or federal prosecution is warranted.
Experience: The ideal candidate will have at least seven years of experience in criminal prosecution and/or white-collar criminal defense at the state or federal level. Exceptional writing abilities, felony criminal trial experience, along with prior supervisory roles, are preferred. Maryland Bar membership is required.
Submission: Interested persons should electronically submit their resumes in PDF to Kathleen Murphy, Division Director Criminal Division at bdharris@oag.state.md.us by the close of business on Wednesday, July 25, 2018. Applicants invited for an interview may also be asked for a writing sample and transcript. Please write “Fraud & Corruption Chief Application" in the subject line.
Job Title: Staff Attorney Position Type: Grant Contractual
Location: Office of the Attorney General, Criminal Investigation Division, 200 St. Paul Place, Baltimore, Maryland
Description: The Criminal Division's Organized Crime Unit of the Attorney General's Office is seeking applicants for a Contractual Staff Attorney to handle investigations and prosecutions involving the illegal purchase, possession, sale, and trafficking of firearms. The Staff Attorney will also handle investigations and prosecutions related to gun violence and gangs. The Staff Attorney will work directly with local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies to combat firearms related crimes across the State of Maryland.
Experience: The ideal candidate will have three years of legal experience with an emphasis in criminal prosecution. Experience in a state's attorney's office and a demonstrated ability to work with law enforcement agencies in conducting criminal investigations is preferred.
Submission: Interested persons should submit resume with cover letter to: Kathleen Murphy, Director of the Criminal Division, kmurphy@oag.state.md.us by the close of business on July 25, 2018. Please write “Staff Attorney Application" in the subject line.
Posting Date: July 10, 2018 Closing Date: July 24, 2018
Job Title: Senior Counsel to the Treasurer Position Type: Regular Full Time
Location: Maryland State Treasurer, Office of the Attorney General, Louis Goldstein Treasury Building, 80 Calvert Street, 4th Floor Annapolis, MD 21401
Description: The Office of the Attorney General is seeking applicants for an Assistant Attorney General to serve as Senior Counsel to the Treasurer. The Senior Counsel acts as one of two supervising attorneys for tort claims, who work as a team with shared responsibility for: directly handling particularly complex tort litigation brought against the State under the Maryland Tort Claims Act; directly handling all litigation brought against Maryland Sheriffs and their deputies including, without limitation, both tort and employment related cases; supervising and coordinating the work of dozens of assistant attorneys general assigned to various State agencies who handle the remainder of the State's tort litigation; serving as a resource for assistant attorneys general across the State by, among other things, leading the Office of the Attorney General's Tort Litigation Work Group; providing legal advice and guidance to the Maryland Sheriff's and their deputies as well as the employees of the Insurance Division of the State Treasurer's Office, in each case, with respect to policies and procedures, compliance with state and Federal laws.
Experience: The ideal candidate will be a team player with substantial jury trial and appellate experience and the ability to oversee a large litigation docket, as well as the experience to advise and train assistant attorneys general with varying degrees of litigation experience. Knowledge and experience with the Maryland Tort Claims Act, state government and the representation of law enforcement, while not required, would enhance the candidate's application. Maryland Bar membership is required.
Submission: Interested persons should send a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and a list of three references via regular mail to Catherine Allen, Division Director, Maryland State Treasurer, Louis Goldstein Treasury Building, 80 Calvert Street, 4th Floor, Annapolis, MD 21401, by the close of business Tuesday, July 24, 2018.
Posting Date: June 29, 2018 Closing Date: July 13, 2018
Job Title: Administrative Officer I Position Type: Regular Full Time
Location: Department of Housing and Community Development, 7800 Harkins Rd., Lanham, Maryland
Description: The Office of the Attorney General is seeking applicants for an Administrative Officer I at the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development located in Lanham, MD. Position responsibilities primarily will include commercial lending and real estate transactions. Responsibilities will include but not be limited to: drafting loan and grant documents; assisting at loan closings; tracking and reviewing pre-closing and post-closing loan and grant documents; document and scheduling management; closing binder preparation; and general office support. This is a permanent position with full benefits.
Experience: Minimum requirements for this position are: Possession of a bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university. A minimum of 3 years' experience as a legal assistant or legal secretary. Candidates may substitute additional experience in administrative staff or professional work on a year-for-year basis for the required education. Candidates may substitute additional graduate level education at an accredited college or university at the rate of 30 semester credit hours for each year of the required experience. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work that included the regular independent judgment and analysis in applying and interpreting complex administrative plans, policies, rules or regulations or analysis of operational programs or procedures with recommendations for improvement on a year to year basis for the required education and experience. Experience preparing draft pleadings, conducting legal research, analysis of discovery material, multifamily loan management, loan transcript management, and loan closings are preferred. Applicants must have experience using Microsoft Word or WordPerfect; database experience, telephone experience, and organizational skills. Legal secretarial experience preferred.
Submission: Interested persons should submit an application and supplemental questionnaire through the Department of Budget and Management, Maryland State Online Employment Center http://www.jobaps.com/MD/ by the close of business July 13, 2018.
Posting Date: June 21, 2018 Closing Date: July 5, 2018
Location: Department of Budget & Management 300 W. Preston St., Baltimore, Maryland
Description: The Office of the Attorney General is seeking applicants for an Assistant Attorney General to represent the Department of Budget and Management's Employee Benefits Division. The position serves as the agency's primary employee benefits attorney and performs other government attorney functions as required, such as advising on public records and meetings laws and other administrative and regulatory matters.
Experience: At least five years of legal experience are required, as well as excellent writing and client communication skills, sound judgement, and Maryland bar membership. The ideal candidate will have experience in health benefits and tax law as it relates to employee benefits.
Submission: Please submit your resume and a cover letter summarizing your experience and explaining your interest in the position to Brent Bolea, Principal Counsel, Department of Budget and Management, at the following email address: Brent.Bolea1@Maryland.gov . Submissions are due by July 5, 2018.
Location: Maryland Department of the Environment 1800 Washington Blvd., Baltimore, Maryland
Description: The Office of the Attorney General, Department of Environment (“Department") is seeking applicants for an Assistant Attorney General to represent the Department. This position serves as counsel to the Land and Materials Administration, Lead Poisoning Prevention Program and Rental Registry Program. Position responsibilities include legal and regulatory advice, and litigation before state, federal, and appellate courts, as well as administrative agencies.
Experience: The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years of litigation experience, strong analytical skills, and excellent writing skills. Admission to the Maryland Bar is required. A background in environmental law and specifically lead poisoning prevention laws is highly desirable.
Submission: Interested persons should submit resumes to Andrea Baker, Acting Principal Counsel, Office of the Attorney General, Maryland Department of the Environment, 1800 Washington Boulevard, Suite 6048, Baltimore, MD 21230 or by mail, fax: 410-537-3943 or e-mail directly to andrea.baker@maryland.gov by July 5, 2018.
Posting Date: June 19, 2018 Closing Date: July 3, 2018
Job Title: Paralegal II Position Type: Regular Full Time
Location: Washington County Department of Social Services 122 North Potomac St., Hagerstown, Maryland
Description: The Office of the Attorney General is seeking applicants for a Paralegal to provide support to the Attorney who represents the Washington County Department of Social Services (“WCDSS"). The duties of this position include, but are not limited to, legal research, interpretation of Maryland law sources and preparation of various legal documents, with the full range of duties performed under General Supervision. Under the direction of the attorney representing WCDSS, this position also assists the Child Welfare Supervisors/workers and Adult Services Supervisors/workers in all child welfare/adult services legal petitions for filing.
Experience: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate. Three years of experience as a legal assistant or legal secretary performing legal research or preparing legal documents on behalf of an attorney. Thirty credit hours or a certificate in paralegal studies from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the required experience. Thirty credit hours from an accredited law school may be substituted for the required experience. Additional years of experience as stated above may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in paralegal specialist classifications or paralegal specialist specialty codes in the legal and kindred field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
Submission: Interested persons should submit an application and supplemental questionnaire through the Department of Budget and Management, Maryland State Online Employment Center http://www.jobaps.com/MD/ by the close of business July 3, 2018.
Posting Date: June 18, 2018 Closing Date: July 2, 2018
Description: The Assistant Attorney General will represent the Maryland Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services and its employees in a variety of civil lawsuits primarily involving prisoners' lawsuits filed in federal district court concerning federal constitutional and statutory rights, the American Disabilities Act, and RLUIPA. The duties will include all aspects of defense litigation, independently handling cases, working alongside other attorneys, writing briefs, taking and defending depositions, and appearing in court. The position entails some appellate practice. Prior experience with correctional litigation matters preferred.
Experience: The ideal candidate will have at least seven years' legal experience, including litigation experience in state and federal courts, excellent writing skills, and admission to the Maryland Bar.
Submission: Interested persons should send a cover letter, resume, and writing sample via regular mail to Stephanie Lane-Weber, Counsel, Correctional Litigation Division, Office of the Attorney General, 19th Floor, 200 Saint Paul Place, Baltimore, MD 21202 or to Stephanie Lane-Weber via email to MWelker@oag.state.md.us by the close of business on July 2, 2018.
Posting Date: June 14, 2018 Closing Date: June 28, 2018
Location: Comptroller of Maryland 301 W. Preston St., Baltimore, Maryland
Description: The Office of the Attorney General seeks an attorney to serve as an Assistant Attorney General in the Office of Counsel to the Comptroller of Maryland. The legal work includes litigation concerning sales and use tax, admissions and amusement tax, and may include personal, estate and corporate income tax, and all other taxes administered and collected by the Comptroller. In addition, responsibilities include providing legal advice on the Comptroller's regulatory responsibilities involving unclaimed property, alcohol, tobacco, and motor fuel; interpreting relevant state and federal laws and regulations; reviewing for legal sufficiency and accuracy proposed legislation, regulations, and administrative releases; reviewing and approving contracts, and representing the agency in personnel disputes.
Experience: The ideal candidate will have at least five years' litigation experience, a strong litigation background, strong writing skills, and familiarity with taxation. Maryland Bar required.
Submission: Interested persons should submit their resumes to: Renee Nacrelli, Deputy Counsel, Office of the Attorney General, Comptroller of Maryland, 301 West Preston Street, Room 401, Baltimore, Maryland 21201-2383 by the close of business on June 28, 2018.
Posting Date: June 13, 2018 Closing Date: June 27, 2018
Description: The Office of Attorney General is seeking applicants for a full-time attorney to support the work of the Maryland Sexual Assault Evidence Kit Policy and Funding Committee (SAEK Committee). Established in 2017, the SAEK Committee is charged with creating effective statewide policies regarding the collection, testing, and retention of medical forensic evidence in sexual assault cases and increasing access to justice for sexual assault victims. Responsibilities include staffing the SAEK Committee; drafting and implementing SAEK-related legislation, regulations and policies; researching and analyzing national best practices regarding SAEKs and the prosecution of crimes of sexual assault; preparing SAEK Committee reports and conducting presentations; advancing the legislative agenda of the SAEK Committee by preparing and delivering written and oral testimony before legislative bodies and corresponding with elected officials; coordinating outreach and education related to SAEK Committee work; developing and maintaining relationships with community stakeholders; and other duties as assigned.
Experience: Minimum requirements: admission to the Maryland Bar. Professional experience or educational training in related field of expertise such as gender studies, criminal justice or civil rights preferred.
Submission: Interested persons should submit their resume, cover letter, two references and a writing sample to Zenita Wickham Hurley, Chief Counsel for Civil Rights at zhurley@oag.state.md.us by close of business on June 27, 2018.
Posting Date: June 12, 2018 Closing Date: June 26, 2016
Location: Criminal Appeals Division, 200 St. Paul Place, Baltimore, Maryland
Description: The Office of the Attorney General is seeking applicants for an Assistant Attorney General position in the Criminal Appeals Division. This position will represent the State of Maryland in all criminal matters before the appellate courts of Maryland. Position may also represent the State in habeas corpus matters in federal court at all levels. In addition, the Division provides regular guidance and research assistance to trial attorneys in the 24 State's Attorneys' Offices regarding complex legal issues in criminal matters.
Experience: Five years of legal experience is required. Criminal trial or appellate litigation experience is strongly preferred. Appellate clerkships in state or federal courts can be valuable. The ideal candidate must excel at legal research, writing, and oral advocacy, and be able to handle a demanding caseload that includes multiple filing deadlines each month. Maryland Bar membership is required.
Submission: Interested persons should electronically submit their resumes and a 5-7 page writing sample that best illustrates their ability to engage in complex legal analysis to Carrie Williams at cwilliams@oag.state.md.us . Please write “Criminal Appeals, AAG Application" in the subject line.
Location: Contract Litigation Unit, Office of the Attorney General 200 St. Paul Place, Baltimore, Maryland
Description: The Office of the Attorney General is seeking applicants for a Paralegal II in its Contract Litigation Unit. The position is responsible for, but not be limited to, assisting in the preparation of legal documents relating to contract claims and bid protests; establishing and maintaining a manual or computerized document control system for cases involving large numbers of documents; preparing hard copy and electronic hearing exhibits; proofreading and cite checking briefs and memoranda; legal research; preparation of privilege indices; drafting routine correspondence, and other general litigation support tasks as needed.
Experience: The ideal candidate will have graduated from an accredited high school or possess a high school equivalency certificate. The ideal candidate will have three years of experience as a legal assistant or legal secretary performing legal research or preparing legal documents on behalf of an attorney. Thirty credit hours or a certificate in paralegal studies from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the required experience. Thirty credit hours from an accredited law school may be substituted for the required experience. Additional years of experience as stated above may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in paralegal specialist classifications or paralegal specialist specialty codes in the legal and kindred field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience. Graduation from an accredited paralegal studies program and have at least two years of experience working for a litigation attorney is preferred. Applicants should be able to perform legal research using Westlaw and Lexis; deliver filings to various courts and boards; and attend occasional lengthy hearings, document productions, and depositions. Applicants must have excellent organizational skills, the ability to work at periodic high volumes. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, WordPerfect, Excel, PowerPoint, and Concordance will be preferred.
Submission: Interested persons should submit an application and supplemental questionnaire through the Department of Budget and Management, Maryland State Online Employment Center http://www.jobaps.com/MD/ by the close of business June 28, 2018.
Posting Date: June 4, 2018 Closing Date: June 18, 2018
Job Title: Assistant Attorney General Position Type: Regular/Full Time
Location: Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation 500 N. Calvert Street, Baltimore, Maryland
Description: The Office of the Attorney General is seeking applicants for a Full-Time Assistant Attorney General position with the Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation. This position serves as Advice Counsel to the Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing boards and commissions. Advice Counsel is responsible for attending the meetings of the boards and commissions, answering inquiries directed to the boards and commissions, advising the boards and commissions on all pertinent regulatory and legislative matters, serving as counsel to the boards and commissions at hearings of contested cases, and drafting orders reflecting the boards' and commissions' decisions.
Experience: The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years of legal experience, excellent writing skills, and admission to the Maryland Bar. Knowledge of administrative law, the Open Meetings Act, and the Maryland Public Information Act is also required.
Submission: Interested persons should send a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and a list of three references via email to milena.trust@maryland.gov, or via regular mail to Milena Trust, Division Director, Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation, 500 North Calvert Street, Suite 406, Baltimore, MD 21202, by the close of business June 18, 2018.
Posting Date: May 8, 2018 Closing Date: May 22, 2018
Job Title: Deputy Communications Director Position Type: Regular Full Time (Administrator II)
Description: The Office of the Attorney General is seeking applicants for a Deputy Communications Director. The Deputy Communications Director assists the Director of Communications in positioning and promoting the Office of the Attorney General's mission, priorities, accomplishments, and activities through traditional media, new media, social media, internal communications and strategic media relationships and engagement. The Deputy Communications Director must have strong writing and editing skills. The Deputy Communications Director writes, edits and produces speeches, consumer publications, advisories, webinars, videos and press releases. The position will work closely with the Consumer Protection Division to develop press releases and consumer advisories based on consumer complaints and/or trends, and manages media requests for the Division. The Deputy Communications Director also manages the agency's presence at the Maryland State Fair.
Experience: The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Four years of experience in administrative staff or professional work. Additional experience in administrative staff or professional work may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education. A minimum of three to five years' experience in public relations, marketing, journalism or a related field, with a strong knowledge of social media, writing and research skills are required. Additional graduate level education at an accredited college or university may be substituted at the rate of 30 semester credit hours on a year-for-year basis for the required general experience. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policy, procedures and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant to a higher ranking commissioned officer on a year-for-year basis for the required education and experience. Familiarity with legal issues is preferred but not required.
Submission: Interested persons should submit an application and supplemental questionnaire through the Department of Budget and Management, Maryland State Online Employment Center http://www.jobaps.com/MD/ by the close of business May 22, 2018.
Posting Date: May 7, 2018 Closing Date: May 21, 2018
Job Title: Paralegal II Position Type: Contractual Full Time
Location: Office of the Attorney General, 200 St. Paul Place, Baltimore, Md. 21201
Description: The Office of the Attorney General, Correctional Litigation Division, is seeking applicants for a contractual Paralegal II position. The position will provide administrative and litigation support to at least six Assistant Attorneys General. The paralegal will provide litigation and other support to the attorneys, including review, preparation, organization of legal documents, correspondences, affidavits, and exhibits; discovery requests and responses including e-discovery; review documents for privilege and prepare privilege lists; preparation of subpoena and documents for deposition; prepare deposition summaries; prepare subpoenas; coordinate scheduling of witnesses for interviews, depositions, and trial; file pleadings in court including electronic filing, assist attorneys in all phases of hearing and trial preparation; conducting legal and investigative research; draft responses to Public Information Act requests; communicate with staff, other agencies, and the general public; monitoring litigation calendars; answering telephones; back-up for Division secretary; and any additional duties related to working in a high volume law office. Hours: 8:30am to 5pm, some overtime may be required occasionally. Some travel required.
Experience: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate. Three years of experience as a legal assistant or legal secretary performing legal research or preparing legal documents on behalf of an attorney. Preferred candidate will have a four year college degree or an associate degree in paralegal studies. The preferred candidate will also have a minimum of three years experience as a paralegal or legal assistant performing legal research and preparing legal documents on behalf of an attorney. Applicants shall have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office or comparable word processing skills, Google Applications, strong organizational and writing skills, detailed-oriented, ability to work at consistently high pace. Knowledge of civil litigation procedures required. Preferred but not required, familiarity with document management software such as Concordance. Thirty credit hours or a certificate in paralegal studies from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the required experience. Thirty credit hours from an accredited law school may be substituted for the required experience. Additional years of experience as stated above may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education.
Submission: Interested persons should submit an application and supplemental questionnaire through the Department of Budget and Management, Maryland State Online Employment Center http://www.jobaps.com/MD/ by the close of business May 21, 2018.
Posting Date: May 4, 2018 Closing Date: May 18, 2018
Job Title: Administrative Specialist II Position Type: Regular Full Time
Location: Office of the Attorney General, Office of Special Counsel, 217 E. Redwood St., Baltimore, Maryland
Description: The Office of the Attorney General is seeking applicants for an Administrative Specialist vacancy in the Baltimore City Office of Child Support Enforcement, Office of Special Counsel (“OSC"). The position is part of a team of Administrative Support Specialists who assist the Special Counsels by preparing court dockets, litigation case files and complex legal documents and managing the office's administrative work flow and statistical analysis. The duties of this position include, but are not limited to, conducting records and indices checks, preparing and filing court pleadings and subpoenas, and employing federal, state and commercial databases to locate and track litigants and persons of interest. The position manages individual OSC case files and must exercise independent discretion and judgment regarding the analysis and interpretation of collected data regarding OSC operations, and consequent choice of resulting legal or administrative actions to achieve effective child support enforcement solutions. The position engages with diverse judicial, state agency, law enforcement and commercial counterparts. Individuals in this position must have expert knowledge of Maryland laws, Federal Regulations, COMAR and various legal references. Individuals must have a general knowledge of standard office IT programs, and possess effective written and oral communications skills.
Experience: Completion of 60 credit hours at an accredited college or university. One year of experience in administrative or professional work. Candidates may substitute experience as defined above for the required education at the rate of one year of experience for 30 credit hours, for up to 60 credit hours of required education. Candidates may substitute 90 credit hours at an accredited college or university for the required education and experience. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer involving staff work requiring regular use of independent judgment and analysis in applying and interpreting rules and regulations in accordance with agency laws and policies on a year-for-year basis for the required education and experience.
Submission: Interested persons should submit an application and supplemental questionnaire through the Department of Budget and Management, Maryland State Online Employment Center http://www.jobaps.com/MD/ by the close of business May 18, 2018.
Job Title: Database Specialist I Position Type: Contractual Full Time
Location: Office of the Attorney General, Information Technology, 200 St. Paul Place, Baltimore, MD
Description: The Office of the Attorney General (“OAG") is seeking applicants for a contractual Database Specialist in the Information Technology Unit. Duties include but are not limited to: downloading eDiscovery from USB drives, various websites, and/or file sharing locations; preparing eDiscovery to be loaded into document & review analysis platforms; creating and setting up databases and grant users permission to the databases within; training users on how to use document & review analysis platforms; creating productions from document & review analysis platforms for users as needed for trial or as requested by opposing counsel; facilitating WebEx or other web-based hosting of presentations, including integrating documents provided through eDiscovery. This position will also be providing Helpdesk support for general requests, including the current Case Tracking System (CTS) and the new Case Management System, setting up profiles on the workstations, troubleshooting any macro problems for printing out of CTS, providing printer and copier support requests, toner replacement.
Experience: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Computer Information Technology, Management Information Systems, Computer Science or other information technology related field to include course work in database management systems. Experience with document and review analysis platforms desired. Relevant experience can be substituted for the required education.
Posting Date: April 26, 2018 Closing Date May 17, 2018
Location: Department of General Services, 301 W. Preston St., Suite 608, Baltimore, Maryland.
Description: The Office of Attorney General is seeking experienced applicants for a full-time attorney to handle a wide variety of advice and litigation services including draft and review legal documents to include real estate, commercial leases, title work, tort claims, litigate administrative personnel disciplinary actions, and representing Maryland Capital Police.
Experience: Minimum requirements: five years of legal experience in real estate transactions, litigation (including administrative actions and tort claims) and admission to the Maryland Bar.
Submission: Interested persons should submit resumes and a writing sample (no longer than 10 pages) via email to matisia.jones1@maryland.gov with “Assistant Attorney General - Job Announcement" in the Subject Line: no later than the close of business on May 17, 2018. .
Posting Date: April 30, 2018 Closing Date: May 14, 2018
Job Title: Health Advocacy Ombudsman Position Type: Contractual Full Time (Admin. Officer III)
Location: Consumer Protection Division, Health Education and Advocacy Unit, Office of the Attorney General, 200 St. Paul Place, Baltimore, Maryland
Description: The Office of the Attorney General is seeking applicants for a Health Ombudsman position in the Health Education and Advocacy Unit of the Consumer Protection Division. The position is equivalent to Grade 15 and is a contractual position.
The Health Education and Advocacy Unit assists consumers whose health plans have refused to cover medical procedures or to pay for medical services that have already been provided and assists consumers with billing problems in the health care marketplace. Position responsibilities include assisting consumers with health insurance complaints, including helping consumers with grievances and appeals; assisting consumers with health care billing complaints; assisting consumers with obtaining health insurance; maintaining consumer complaint files; supervising volunteers and interns who assist consumers with health-related complaints; assisting consumers who call the HEAU hotline; interacting via telephone and written communications with consumers, health care providers and representatives from health insurance companies.
Experience: Minimum requirements: bachelor's degree from accredited four year college or university; three years' experience in administrative or professional work; applicants may substitute additional experience for required education at a rate of one year of experience to one year of education, for up to two years of required education. Applicants should have interpersonal and organizational skills and experience with word processing and database programs. Supervisory experience preferred. Knowledge of health insurance and health care billing issues or a medical background preferred.
Submission: Interested persons should submit an application and supplemental questionnaire through the Department of Budget and Management, Maryland State Online Employment Center http://www.jobaps.com/MD/ by the close of business May 14, 2018.
Posting Date: May 2, 2018 Closing Date: May 16, 2018
Job Title: Deputy Division Director Position Type: Regular Full time
Location: Department of Social Services, Baltimore City 1510 Guilford Ave., Baltimore, MD
Description: The Office of the Attorney General is seeking applicants for the position of Assistant Attorney General to serves as Deputy Director of the Baltimore City Department of Social Services Legal Services Division.
The Deputy Director assists the Division Director in providing legal advice to the Baltimore City Department of Social Services Director and other agency administrators, supervising the attorneys, oversees the litigation of the division, managing the day-to-day operations of the division, and representing the Department in the Circuit Courts, Juvenile Courts, District Courts, and the Office of Administrative Hearings in complex or other special cases. The Legal Services Division is responsible for representing the agency in the following cases to protect vulnerable children and adults: Child-in-Need-of-Assistance, Termination-of-Parental Rights, Adult Protective Services Guardianship cases, Confidentiality matters, and Administrative Hearings concerning child abuse/neglect cases, foster home approvals and other matters before the Office of Administrative Hearings.
Experience: The ideal candidate for this position would have at least five years of litigation experience, as well as experience building and maintaining relationships with agency administrators and caseworkers, and an understanding of the families and individuals that are the clients of the agency and are often facing difficult circumstances. Substantive knowledge related to juvenile, family, and adult guardianship law is desirable. Strong skills in legal writing and oral advocacy are essential. Maryland Bar membership is required.
Submission: Interested persons should electronically submit their resumes in PDF to James Becker, Division Director, 1510 Guilford Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21202, James.Becker@maryland.gov by the close of business May 16, 2018. Candidates who are invited for an interview may also be asked for a writing sample. Please write “Dept. of Social Services Deputy" in the subject line.
Location: Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services, 300 E. Joppa Road Towson, MD 21286
Description: The Office of the Attorney General is seeking candidates for the position of Assistant Attorney General, Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services. The Assistant Attorney General will primarily handle procurement matters relating to the acquisition of goods and services by the Department of Public Safety and Correctional Service. Litigation responsibilities will include appearing before the Maryland State Board of Contract Appeals (MSBCA) and handling appeals to the circuit court and appellate courts from MSBCA decisions. The attorney will also provide legal advice to Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services procurement officials and other Department officials. As workload permits, this position may also handle general litigation relating to correctional matters, including appearance before administrative agencies and federal and state court.
Experience: The ideal candidate will have at least three years' litigation experience, membership in the Maryland Bar and the United States District Court for the District of Maryland, and strong analytical and writing skills. Experience in handling procurement matters is preferred.
Submission: Interested persons should electronically submit resumes, writing sample and references, all in PDF, to Stuart M. Nathan, Principal Counsel at Stuart.Nathan@maryland.gov by the close of business on May 16, 2018.
The Maryland Office of the Attorney General is an equal opportunity employers, committed to diversity in the workplace.
Posting Date: April 23, 2018 Closing Date: May 14, 2018
Job Title: Assistant Attorney Genera Position Type: Regular- Full Time
Location: Maryland Technology Development Corporation (“TEDCO"), 401 E. Pratt Street, Baltimore, MD
Description: The Office of the Attorney General for TEDCO is seeking applicants for an Assistant Attorney General vacancy. The Assistant Attorney General's primary responsibility will be to assist in providing legal representation to TEDCO's investment financing programs. In addition to providing various other forms of business assistance to companies commercializing technologies originating in university and federal labs located in Maryland, TEDCO administers various investment financing programs, including the Enterprise Fund, the InvestMaryland Program, the federal State Small Business Credit Initiative, and various specialized investment programs targeted at pre-seed and seed stage technology companies. Through these programs TEDCO makes equity and convertible debt investments in Maryland start-up, early-stage, and growth-stage companies.
Duties will include drafting, reviewing, and negotiating transaction documents related to venture capital investments, including term sheets, purchase agreements, promissory notes, side letters and other related transaction documents, and venture fund limited partnership agreements, and generally assisting in the other transactional and administrative work of TEDCO. Duties will also include advising TEDCO management on a variety of matters, including securities law, contract law, corporate governance, and general administration.
Experience: The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years of experience in corporate transactions. Experience negotiating and drafting sophisticated investment documents, particularly those required for investments exempted from registration pursuant to Regulation D under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, is preferred. Maryland Bar is required. Candidates must have excellent analytical and writing skills.
Submission: Interested persons should submit their resume with cover letter, list of references, and two concise writing samples to: Ira Schwartz, General Counsel to TEDCO, 401 East Pratt Street- 5th Floor, Baltimore, MD 21202, by close of business on May 14, 2018.
Posting Date: April 17, 2018 Closing Date: May 1, 2018
Submission: Interested persons should send a cover letter, resume, writing sample, and a list of three references via email to milena.trust@maryland.gov , or via regular mail to Milena Trust, Division Director, Department of Labor, Licensing and Regulation, 500 North Calvert Street, Suite 406, Baltimore, MD 21202, by the close of business May 1, 2018.
Location: Office of the Attorney General, Opinions and Advice/Civil Litigation 200 St. Paul Place, Baltimore, Maryland
Description: The Office of the Attorney General seeks applicants for an Assistant Attorney General to split his or her time 50-50 between the Opinions & Advice Division and the Civil Litigation Division. As a member of the Opinions & Advice Division, the attorney in this position will help draft and edit official opinions of the Attorney General, as well as letters of advice to State agency clients, on challenging questions of state and federal law. In addition, the Assistant Attorney General will assist the Civil Litigation unit, which represents Maryland state agencies and officials in the state and federal trial and appellate courts, in the most important civil litigation that the State confronts. The Civil Litigation Division also reviews and approves all civil complaints, notices of appeal, and appellate briefs filed on behalf of the State; conducts moot courts in all civil appeals; and serves as a general resource and advisor on litigation matters to the divisions and units of the Office of the Attorney General.
Experience: The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years' legal experience, including an outstanding academic record; experience with complex litigation; excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills; and the intellect and creativity to handle sophisticated legal issues. Maryland Bar membership required.
Submission: Interested persons should submit their resumes to: Deborah Spence at dspence@oag.state.md.us or Office of the Attorney General, 200 St. Paul Place, Baltimore Maryland 21202, by the close of business on May 1, 2018. Please include “Opinions/Civil AAG Position" in the subject line.
Posting Date: April 3, 2018 Closing Date: April 30, 2018
Description: The Office of the Attorney General is seeking candidates for the position of Assistant Attorney General for the Consumer Protection Division. The Assistant Attorney General (AAG) will join the Consumer Protection Division's Enforcement Unit, which enforces the Consumer Protection Act and other consumer protection statutes. The AAG conducts investigations of potential unfair or deceptive trade practices and brings enforcement actions.
Experience: The ideal candidate will have at least three years of litigation experience, Maryland Bar membership, and strong analytical and writing skills. Complex litigation, class action, and/or government enforcement experience is desirable.
Submission: Interested persons should submit resume with cover letter explaining the candidate's interest in the position, list of references, and writing sample to: William Gruhn at bgruhn@oag.state.md.us or William Gruhn, 200 St. Paul Place, 16th floor, Baltimore, MD 21202 by close of business on Monday, April 30, 2018.
Posting Date: April 10, 2018 Closing Date: April 24, 2018
Job Title: Mediator (Consumer Affairs Supervisor) Position Type: Regular Full Time
Location: Consumer Protection Division, 201 Baptist St., Salisbury, Maryland
Description: The Office of the Attorney General is seeking applicants for a Mediator to assist in theadministration of the Salisbury Office of the Mediation Unit in the Consumer Protection Division. Theposition is responsible for negotiation of complex consumer complaints; and assisting in the managementof the unit’s daily caseload in our Salisbury office.
Experience: The ideal candidate must possess a bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited four yearcollege or university and three years of experience in administrative or social work; strong interpersonal,writing, and organizational skills required. A candidate may substitute up to two years of education for upto two years of experience. Experience in mediation is desirable.
Submission: Interested persons should submit an application and supplemental questionnaire through the Departmentof Budget and Management, Maryland State Online Employment Center http://www.jobaps.com/MD/ by the closeof business April 24, 2018.The Maryland Office of the Attorney General is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity inthe workplace.
Description: The Office of the Attorney General is seeking candidates for an Assistant Attorney General position for the Educational Affairs Division. Responsibilities for this position are to provide advice and counsel to, and litigate on behalf of, institutions in the University System of Maryland.
Experience: The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years’ legal experience. Experience in higher education law and knowledge of state government preferred. Excellent research and writing skills required. Litigation experience preferred. Maryland Bar required.
Submission: Interested persons should submit resumes and two writing samples to: KatherineBainbridge, Chief Counsel, Office of the Attorney General - Educational Affairs Division, 200 St. Paul Place, Baltimore, Maryland 21202, by the close of business on April 24, 2018.
Posting Date: April 9, 2018 Closing Date: April 23, 2018
Job Title: Assistant Attorney General Position Type: Contractual Full Time
Location: Maryland Department of Health 300 West Preston Street, Baltimore, Maryland 21202
Description: The Office of the Attorney General is seeking candidates for a contractual AssistantAttorney General position in the Department of Health. The Assistant Attorney General will work primarilyin support of the Natalie M. LaPrade Medical Cannabis Commission and will be primarily assigned tohandle state court litigation and administrative litigation relating to licensing and compliance matters. Theposition will involve trial and appellate work, as well as significant motions practice.
Experience: The ideal candidate will have at least three years of litigation experience, excellentanalytical and writing skills, and experience with administrative law. Admission to the Maryland Bar isrequired. The ability to handle independently all phases of litigation is highly desirable. Experiencerepresenting a regulatory agency is helpful.
Submission: Interested persons should submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample and list of threereferences to Heather Nelson via email at heather.nelson1@maryland.gov or via mail to 300 West PrestonSt., Suite 302, Baltimore, Maryland 21201, by the close of business on Monday, April 23, 2018.The Maryland Office of the Attorney General is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversityin the workplace.
Posting Date: April 2, 2018 Closing Date: April 16, 2018
Job Title: Management Associate Position Type: Regular Full Time
Location: Office of the Attorney General, Educational Affairs Division, 200 St. Paul Place, Baltimore, Maryland
Description: The Office of the Attorney General is seeking applicants for a Management Associate in its Educational Affairs Division. Position responsibilities include typing and/or editing correspondence, court pleadings, including but not limited to legal memoranda and briefs, affidavits, subpoenas and other legal documents at a consistently high volume; creating and maintaining schedules and logs; creating and maintaining a high volume of litigation and subject matter files; interacting with various State agencies, including the Judicial System; receiving and screening telephone calls; and other administrative duties as assigned in support of the Division. Experience in real estate/transactional administrative support desirable but not required.
Experience: The ideal candidate will have graduated from an accredited high school or have possession of a high school equivalency certificate and five years' experience performing secretarial or clerical work including functioning as a legal secretary to include keyboarding legal briefs, pleadings, affidavits, subpoenas and other legal documents; maintaining case files, schedules and logs and verifying legal citations and references. Applicants must have knowledge of Microsoft Office 2013; strong word processing skills; telephone experience; and excellent organizational skills. Legal secretarial experience preferred.
Submission: Interested persons should submit their resumes and cover letters to: Yolanda Colkley, Fair Practices
Coordinator, 17th Floor, 200 St. Paul Place, Baltimore, MD 21202 or email to jobs@oag.state.md.us by close of business April 16, 2018. Please put “EAD Mgt. Assoc." in the subject line.
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