People's Counsel, Office of People's Counsel Office of the Attorney General - 3.9 Baltimore, MD Job Details Full-time $146,307 - $220,216 a year 9 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Pension plan Family leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance Flexible schedule Qualifications Legal advocacy Staff supervision Team supervision Legal writing Writing skills Managing legal teams Experience working in the energy & utilities sector Public affairs policy advocacy General management Legal client consultation experience Full Job Description Description The Attorney General is seeking an experienced and mission‑driven leader to serve as the People's Counsel for the Maryland Office of People's Counsel (OPC). Appointed by the Attorney General to a five-year term with the advice and consent of the Senate, the People's Counsel leads the agency's advocacy on behalf of Maryland's residential utility consumers and serves as the chief spokesperson for ratepayers in regulatory matters at both the State and federal levels. The People's Counsel directs all aspects of OPC's legal, policy, and public engagement work and plays a central role in shaping the future of utility regulation in Maryland. OPC is an independent State agency responsible for representing the interests of residential and noncommercial utility customers before the Maryland Public Service Commission, federal regulatory bodies, and State and federal courts. The agency works to ensure that electric, natural gas, telephone, and private water services remain safe, reliable, and reasonably priced, while supporting Maryland's environmental and greenhouse gas reduction goals. The People's Counsel leads this work by guiding the agency's advocacy strategy, overseeing major regulatory matters, and elevating the interests of Maryland's consumers in proceedings that directly affect their utility costs and service quality. In this role, the People's Counsel sets OPC's strategic priorities and represents the interests of consumers in proceedings before the Maryland Public Service Commission, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, and other State and federal agencies. The position oversees the agency's team of attorneys, policy analysts, and professional staff, ensuring effective hiring, supervision, and budget management. The People's Counsel also provides legislative recommendations to the General Assembly on matters affecting residential utility consumers and serves as OPC's public voice in discussions with regulatory bodies, State and federal partners, industry stakeholders, and the community.

Classification:

People's Counsel Experience:

The ideal candidate will be an active member in good standing of the Maryland Bar (or eligible for prompt admission) and have substantial experience as a practicing attorney, including significant work in government, utility regulatory law, administrative law, or related public policy matters. Strong leadership and management experience, particularly supervising attorneys and professional staff, is essential, along with a solid understanding of the utility industry and the regulatory frameworks that govern electric, gas, telecommunications, and water services at both the State and federal levels. Excellent written and oral advocacy skills, including experience representing clients before administrative agencies or courts, are required. Preferred qualifications include prior experience before the Maryland Public Service Commission or a comparable regulatory body, experience in consumer protection, energy policy, or environmental and climate policy as they intersect with utility regulation, and experience engaging with the Maryland General Assembly on regulatory or consumer protection matters.

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. Please note that this job posting will come offline at 6:00 p.m. EST on the closing date.

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.