Job Details
Assistant County Attorney I
Information
* Salary: C15
* Employment Type: Full-Time Exempt
* Job type: County Attorney - County Attorney
* Location: County Office Building
Who We Are
At Carroll County Government, we look for people who are eager to engage in meaningful work that positively impacts our community. As public servants, our sense of purpose and motivation to work hard starts with the value we place on relationships with coworkers, community partners, and those we serve. We strive to build collaborative and passionate teams, with opportunities to learn and explore new possibilities in a welcoming workplace. As a team, we are committed, inspired, and connected to make a difference in the community.
What You Will Do
The Department of the County Attorney is seeking a professional individual with strong interpersonal and legal analysis skills. As the Assistant County Attorney, you will provide legal counsel to Carroll County stakeholders. Your advisory duties create preventative measures ensuring compliance and protection by law. As an ethical professional, you will appear before the District and Circuit Court of Carroll County to protect the County's interests.
Essential Duties
* Provide legal counsel to ensure County complies with federal, state, and local laws. Negotiate to resolve disputes, conflicts, and lawsuits.
* Attend or conduct hearings and proceedings. Litigate cases before District, Circuit, and Appellate Courts of Maryland.
* Draft, negotiate, and review contracts, legislation, and legal documents. Protect the legal interests of the County with preventative and remedial measures.
* Assist in the preparation and presentation of training and legal educational programs.
* Ensure all work is complete and timely to support department goals. Evaluate feedback and procedures to improve efficiency.
* Invite collaboration and seek learning opportunities. Proactively assist peers to create a supportive work environment.
* Exhibit integrity, ethics, and fiscal responsibility.
How You Will Succeed
Your Skills
* Legal Analysis (Intermediate)
* Legal Consultation (Intermediate)
Your Strengths
* Service Excellence
* Decision Making
* Collaborating with Others
* Digital Literacy
* Continuous Learning
* Negotiating
* Organizational Awareness
* Thinking Strategically
* Writing Skills
You Might Be a Good Fit If
Education and Experience
* Juris doctorate degree and admission to practice law in the state of Maryland
* Up to one year of related experience
* A comparable amount of education and experience may be substituted for the minimum requirement.
Licenses
* Member in good standing of the of Maryland State Bar
Additional Information
* Requires criminal background check as condition of employment.
Why You Will Love Working Here
All the Benefits You Need
Carroll County Government is dedicated to fostering a culture focused on the total well-being of our employees. This includes:
* Generous paid time off
* 13 Paid Holidays
* Flexible schedules and remote options, when applicable
* Comprehensive, no deductible medical plans including prescription and vision coverage, low-cost dental plan, and County paid basic life insurance.
* Pension, 401k, and 457 Retirement Accounts
* Up to $9,000 in Tuition Assistance per fiscal year
Find out more here: Carroll County Government | Carroll County, Maryland (carrollcountymd.gov)
Carroll County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The County Commissioners of Carroll County recognize the rights of all people, including County employees, to equal opportunity. Discrimination against County employees on the basis of race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability is strictly prohibited. The Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles I and II, applies to County government employment. If you have questions, suggestions, or complaints, please contact Kristy L. Bixler, Director, Human Resources and Carroll County Government Americans with Disabilities Coordinator for Employment, at the Department of Human Resources (410-###-####) or Md. Relay 711/800-###-####. The mailing address is 225 North Center Street, Westminster, Maryland 21157.
Questions or need assistance? Please contact us at ...@carrollcountymd.gov, via telephone at 410-###-#### or stop by our office at 225 N. Center Street, Room 100, Westminster, MD 21157 during normal business hours.
Disclaimer: This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.
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Assistant County Attorney II
Information
* Salary: C16
* Employment Type: Full-Time Exempt
* Job type: County Attorney - County Attorney
* Location: County Office Building
Who We Are
At Carroll County Government, we look for people who are eager to engage in meaningful work that positively impacts our community. As public servants, our sense of purpose and motivation to work hard starts with the value we place on relationships with coworkers, community partners, and those we serve. We strive to build collaborative and passionate teams, with opportunities to learn and explore new possibilities in a welcoming workplace. As a team, we are committed, inspired, and connected to make a difference in the community.
What You Will Do
The Department of the County Attorney is seeking a professional with a track record of success as a legal counsel. As the Assistant County Attorney, you will provide expert opinion to Carroll County stakeholders. Your advisory duties create preventative measures ensuring compliance and protection by law. As a subject matter expert, you will appear before the District and Circuit Court of Carroll County to protect the County's interests.
Essential Duties
* Resolve legal issues to ensure County complies with federal, state, and local laws. Negotiate to resolve disputes, conflicts, and lawsuits.
* Lead hearings and proceedings. Litigate cases before District, Circuit, and Appellate Courts of Maryland.
* Draft, negotiate, and review contracts, legislation, and legal documents. Protect the legal interests of the County with preventative and remedial measures.
* Mentor legal staff and develop training and legal educational programs.
* Foster collaboration and provide learning opportunities. Facilitate a supportive work environment.
* Independently ensure all work is complete and timely to achieve department goals. Review work of others to ensure that organizational standards are met.
* Exhibit integrity, ethics, and fiscal responsibility.
How You Will Succeed
Your Skills
* Legal Analysis (Advanced)
* Legal Consultation (Advanced)
Your Strengths
* Service Excellence
* Decision Making
* Collaborating with Others
* Digital Literacy
* Continuous Learning
* Negotiating
* Organizational Awareness
* Thinking Strategically
* Writing Skills
You Might Be a Good Fit If
Education and Experience
* Juris doctorate degree and admission to practice law in the state of Maryland
* Three or more years of related experience
* A comparable amount of education and experience may be substituted for the minimum requirement.
Licenses
* Member in good standing of the of Maryland State Bar
Additional Information
* Requires criminal background check as condition of employment.
Why You Will Love Working Here
All the Benefits You Need
Carroll County Government is dedicated to fostering a culture focused on the total well-being of our employees. This includes:
* Generous paid time off
* 13 Paid Holidays
* Flexible schedules and remote options, when applicable
* Comprehensive, no deductible medical plans including prescription and vision coverage, low-cost dental plan, and County paid basic life insurance.
* Pension, 401k, and 457 Retirement Accounts
* Up to $9,000 in Tuition Assistance per fiscal year
Find out more here: Carroll County Government | Carroll County, Maryland (carrollcountymd.gov)
Carroll County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The County Commissioners of Carroll County recognize the rights of all people, including County employees, to equal opportunity. Discrimination against County employees on the basis of race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability is strictly prohibited. The Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles I and II, applies to County government employment. If you have questions, suggestions, or complaints, please contact Kristy L. Bixler, Director, Human Resources and Carroll County Government Americans with Disabilities Coordinator for Employment, at the Department of Human Resources (410-###-####) or Md. Relay 711/800-###-####. The mailing address is 225 North Center Street, Westminster, Maryland 21157.
Questions or need assistance? Please contact us at ...@carrollcountymd.gov, via telephone at 410-###-#### or stop by our office at 225 N. Center Street, Room 100, Westminster, MD 21157 during normal business hours.
Disclaimer: This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.