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Job Description
Associate County Attorney
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out of 5 stars La Plata, MD 20646 $77,985.85 - $136,475.24 a year - Full-time
CHARLES COUNTY GOVERNMENT 26
reviews $77,985.85 - $136,475.24 a year - Full-time Summary The hiring salary range is $77,985.85 - $85,784.44 annually commensurate with experience. Telework eligibility is determined by county policy and the approval of the hiring department Charles County Government is seeking a dynamic Associate County Attorney I to work under the general supervision of the County Attorney. This position will provide legal advice and services to all County departments, agencies, boards, and commissions, as well as the County Commissioners and the County Administrator's Office. Essential Job Functions Handles litigation in District and Circuit Courts and administrative appeals to the appellate courts. Interprets and enforces zoning and subdivision laws. Prepares real estate documents and other contracts. Drafts laws, ordinances, rules and regulations for Charles County, Maryland. Researches legal issues. Responds to various Public Information Act Requests Performs Legislative research/drafting Advises County Government Entities on various legal issues on an as-needed basis Interacts with General Public and Media regarding County legal issues. Provides legal counsel to County employees, boards and agencies. Attends meetings of County boards and agencies. Responds to Public Information Act requests for various departments Responds to citizen inquiries. Performs other related job duties as assigned.
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Education and Experience:
Jurist Doctorate degree. One (1) year of experience in constitutional law, administrative law, legal research and writing.
Licenses or Certifications:
Member of Maryland Bar licensed to practice law in Maryland Courts.
Special Requirements/Qualifications:
Work is subject to frequent interruptions and inflexible deadlines. This position is required to receive climate competency training level 1.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of administrative and constitutional law issues. Knowledge of legal research processes, to include knowledge of and the ability to use legal reference materials, automated and manual reference systems, sufficient to perform extensive and through research into applicable statutes, regulations, legislative history, court decisions and other opinions that may apply; Knowledge of the ethics of law practice. Ability to conduct legal research and write legal opinions. Ability to express ideas effectively both orally and in writing, including providing oral legal advice in public hearings. Ability to prepare/review legal documents. Ability to think clearly and objectively in high levels of stress. Ability to gain thorough knowledge of Charles County Government policies and procedures. Ability to maintain client confidentiality. Additional Information
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The work is sedentary with frequent periods of light physical activity, and is performed in office surroundings. Typical positions require workers to walk or stand for long periods; lift and carry up to 20 pounds; climb stairs, bend, reach, hold, grasp and turn objects; and use fingers to operate computer or typewriter keyboards; and the ability to speak normally and to use normal or aided vision and hearing.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Principal duties of this job are performed in a general office environment.
Department:
County Attorney Pay Grade:
116
FLSA Status:
Exempt Telework Eligible:
Yes Reports To:
County Attorney Supervises:
None Charles County Government
BENEFITS SUMMARY
www . GovernmentJobs . com / Careers / CharlesCountyMD Health Insurance Charles County Government PAYS 70% of cost: Blue Choice Advantage and HMO Open Access plans, including prescription and vision coverage. CareFirst and Delta for dental coverage. Flexible Spending Account Provides medical and dependent care options. Supplemental Income Products Accident Policy, Critical Illness Policy, and Hospital Indemnity Policy. Long Term Disability Insurance No charge to employee. The benefit pays 60% of salary at date of disability, up to $5,000/month. Life Insurance No charge to employees (valued at 1.5x the annual salary, not to exceed $250,000). Supplemental insurance and dependent life insurance are available for an additional cost. Term and whole life policies available. Pension Plan (Defined Benefit Retirement Plan) 401(a) Plan — Must work minimum 37.5 hrs/week. Participation is mandatory. Deferred Compensation Plan 457(b) Governmental Plan — Available to all employees, regardless of hours worked. Employee Leave Charles County Government full-time employees earn annual, sick, and paid time off (PTO). The County currently recognizes 20 paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Away from work programs like paid parental leave and FMLA are available to employees. Transfer of Sick Leave New hires may be eligible to receive credit for up to 400 hours of sick leave from their previous employer when they begin employment. Work Schedules Most work weeks are 37.5 hrs, and some positions may offer the opportunity for flexible work schedules or allow telework. Additional Fringe Benefits Tuition Reimbursement for full-time employees upon completion of probation period Discounted, Onsite Childcare at a County Government facility. House Keys 4 Employee Program offers assistance to full-time employees who are first-time homebuyers. Free, Employee Wellness Programs Legal Resources (prepaid benefit) Pet Insurance Employee Assistance Program (free, short-term counseling) Benefits eligibility is for employees who work 30 hours or more per week unless otherwise noted.
