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Description

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.

The OAG is seeking an experienced attorney to serve as a Senior Assistant Attorney General (AAG) with the Maryland Office of the Correctional Ombudsman (OCO). The OCO is an independent agency that helps ensure fairness, safety, and accountability within Maryland’s correctional and juvenile facilities. OCO receives and investigates concerns from incarcerated individuals, detained youth, and their families, working to resolve issues and improve conditions across the system.

Enabled by Maryland Code, State Government Article, §§ 9-4001 through 9-4007, the OCO operates independently from the agencies it oversees and has the authority to review complaints, conduct inspections, and make recommendations to support transparency and effective operations.

As the sole Senior AAG for this client, you will serve as legal counsel to the OCO, advising on the full range of legal issues it encounters in overseeing Maryland's correctional and juvenile facilities. This is a standalone position rather than part of a larger legal team, though you will have access to OAG's broader resources and subject-matter attorneys when the work calls for it.

Responsibilities

• Preparing legal memoranda and providing oral legal advice regarding the scope of the OCO's statutory authority as it pertains to the agencies under its oversight, the public, and the communities it serves.
• Drafting responses to Public Information Act requests and determining the applicability of statutory exemptions to requested records.
• Evaluating incidents that occur at facilities within the OCO's jurisdiction and recommending whether an investigation, corrective action, or other agency response is warranted.
• Reviewing the OCO's public reports to ensure they remain within the scope of the agency's enabling statute and comply with applicable laws.
• Providing legal guidance during the development and review of agency policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Reviewing procurement contracts for legal sufficiency and negotiating contractual terms as necessary.
• Representing the OCO in litigation, including matters in which the agency is defending its actions or pursuing legal claims.

This position requires an attorney who can work independently across several distinct areas of law: administrative law, public records law, contract negotiation, and civil litigation; often within the same week. Because the OCO handles sensitive and sometimes privileged investigative material, the role also calls for sound judgment about confidentiality and discretion.

Classification: Assistant Attorney General IV

Experience

The ideal candidate will have at least six years of legal experience and possess exceptional analytical, research, writing, and verbal communication skills. The successful candidate will be highly motivated, organized, and able to effectively manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment. The selected candidate must be able to translate the authority and responsibilities of an independent oversight agency into practical and sound legal guidance; determine the applicability of public records exemptions; and thoroughly evaluate incident reports to make informed recommendations regarding appropriate next steps. The candidate should be comfortable reviewing reports, policies, and regulations for legal sufficiency; negotiating procurement contracts; and representing the agency in litigation, whether pursuing affirmative claims or defending the agency's interests.

Admission to the Maryland Bar, or eligibility for admission by waiver, is required.

This position requires sound judgment, assertiveness, and the ability to work effectively in challenging and high-pressure environments. The successful candidate should also demonstrate an awareness of organizational resources and priorities and contribute meaningfully to the effective operation of the division.

Pro Bono Commitment

The Office of the Attorney General expects its attorneys to demonstrate a sustained commitment to pro bono service. Applicants should have a demonstrated record of meaningful pro bono engagement or a sincere interest in pro bono work as a professional obligation. Once hired, Assistant Attorneys General are expected to fulfill that commitment throughout their employment with the Office through active participation in OAG’s Stephen H. Sachs Pro Bono Program or other qualified opportunities. The OAG supports attorneys in meeting the goal set by the Maryland Supreme Court, MD Atty Rules § 19-306.1(b), by allowing up to 50 hours work-time to be used for approved pro bono activities.

Submission

Applicants must submit a resume, cover letter, writing sample, and a list of three professional references, including at least one current or former supervisor.

Telework

Hybrid Work – two in-office days weekly.

Employment Benefits

Working for the Office of the Attorney General offers a competitive benefits package designed to support your health and well-being.

• Generous Leave:
• Annual Leave: 10–25 days per year based on service.
• Sick Leave: 15 days per year with unlimited carryover.
• Personal Leave: Up to 6 days per year.
• Paid Holidays: 12 state holidays.
• Paid Family Leave: Provides at least 12 weeks of paid leave for personal medical needs, family caregiving, and qualifying military-related reasons.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement Savings: Defined-benefit pension plan plus 401(k) and 457 supplemental retirement options.
• Work–Life Balance: Hybrid and flexible work schedules available for many roles.
• Professional Growth: Ongoing training and development opportunities.
• Additional Benefits: Flexible Spending Accounts, free mass transit (eligible areas), Employee Assistance Program, and access to SECU.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging

The Office of the Attorney General views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving professional excellence and fostering and maintaining a culture where every employee can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the best pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values. We honor, respect, and celebrate all differences, both visible and invisible, and are committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting individuals who have historically been underrepresented in the practice of law and professional careers.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The OAG 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.