Introduction
The Attorney General is the chief legal officer of the State of Maryland. The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) has the general charge, supervision, and direction of the State's legal business, acting as legal advisors and representatives of the major agencies, various boards, commissions, officials, and institutions of State Government. The OAG also protects the public by civil enforcement of antitrust, civil rights, consumer protection, and securities laws and regulations and by the prosecution of organized crime, Medicaid fraud, environmental crimes, insurance fraud, state tax evasion, and other statutorily assigned matters. As Maryland's 47th Attorney General, Anthony G. Brown leads the Office with a critical focus on equity, justice, and fairness.
GRADE 15
LOCATION OF POSITION
Office of the Attorney General
Maryland Cannabis Administration
300 W. Preston St., Suite #302, Baltimore, MD 21201
Main Purpose of Job
The Office of the Attorney General is seeking applicants for an Administrative Officer III (Case Manager/Paralegal) position to provide case management, administrative and paralegal support to the Assistant Attorneys General (AAGs) who represent the Maryland Cannabis Administration (MCA). The MCA is a newly established independent State agency with a high volume of exciting and fast-paced work. Responsibilities include providing administrative and office support to assist the unit in managing attorneys' cases effectively.
POSITION DUTIES
The Administrative Officer III (Case Manager/Paralegal) should be comfortable drafting correspondence, maintaining filing and organization systems, filing electronically in courts and administrative tribunals, organizing and assembling records for discovery, and assisting in all aspects of litigation preparation, research, and support. This position will track all attorney deadlines and acts as a liaison between AAGs and the agency to gather necessary case information, reviews and organizes discovery materials, including reviewing documents and working with attorneys to mark documents for privilege/redaction, assembles exhibit binders, and reviews investigative reports and related files to ensure that files are complete when a case is received. Ensures that pleadings, affidavits, subpoenas and other legal documents and correspondence related to administrative prosecutions and litigation pertaining to the conduct of court cases are current and maintained.
The Case Manager/Paralegal will be supporting a newly independent unit; therefore, the person selected for this position will be expected to assist in evaluating efficiency of operations and develop, revise and recommend new policies, standards, and workflow procedures, including recommending new technology where appropriate, developing a central filing system, and assisting in the direction of the daily operation of the unit. The work performed by this unit often involves a new industry with new statutes and regulations, adaptability and creative problem-solving skills are valued.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: Three years of administrative staff or professional work.
Notes:
- Candidates may substitute 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to two years of the required experience.
- Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from a college or university for the required experience.
- Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work that included the regular use of 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-for-year basis for the required experience.
The ideal candidate will be able to provide consistent work at a high volume with limited instruction and have strong organization and writing skills.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate will possess:
- At least five years of experience in administrative staff or professional work.
- Experience performing legal research and preparing legal documents on behalf of an attorney.
- Knowledge of civil litigation or administrative proceedings.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.
SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants who meet the minimum and selective qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and answer all supplemental questions. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).
Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incorrect/incomplete application forms will not be accepted. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list for at least one year. Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.
BENEFITS
Health Benefits: Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision Coverage, & Life Insurance
Retirement: Pension and Supplemental Retirement Plans
Leave:
- Personal - 6 days per year (prorated based on start date)
- Annual - 10 days per year (increases every 5 years)
- Sick - 15 days per year
- Parental Leave - up to 60 days per birth or adoption
Local Mass Transit Benefits
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online applications are STRONGLY preferred. Please upload a resume with your on-line application.
If the online application process is not available, please send your paper application and supplemental questionnaire (if applicable) to: Yolanda Colkley, Fair Practices Officer, 200 St. Paul Place, Baltimore, MD 21202 or fax to 410-576-6447. TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay
If you have specific questions about recruitment, please call 410-576-6440 or email hr@oag.state.md.us.
The Office of the Attorney General is an equal opportunity employer that encourages all interested persons to apply regardless of race, color, religion or belief, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, disability, pregnancy, family or parental status, veteran status, genetic information, or any protected category prohibited by local, State or federal laws.
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