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Job Description
Associate County Attorney
II 3.4 3.4
out of 5 stars La Plata, MD 20646 $96,881.40 - $169,542.46 a year - Full-time
CHARLES COUNTY GOVERNMENT 26
reviews $96,881.40 - $169,542.46 a year - Full-time Summary The hiring salary range is $96,881.40 - $106,569.54 annually commensurate with experience. Telework eligibility is determined by county policy and the approval of the hiring department. Charles County Government is seeing an experienced Associate County Attorney II 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, the County Administrator, and other elected and/or appointed public officials. Essential Job Functions Prepares and presents litigation before the Courts and various administrative agencies. Interprets federal, State, and local laws and ordinances. Negotiates and prepares agreements, and other legal documents. Researches and provides written and oral legal opinions on various legal issues. Drafts legislation, ordinances, resolutions, and rules and regulations. Prepares transactions for real property acquisition and conveyance. Responds to various Public Information Act Requests Advises County Commissioners, departments, agencies, boards, commissions, and other elected and appointed officials. Interacts with general public and media regarding County legal issues. Attends meetings of County boards, commissions, and agencies. Serves as counsel to the Board of License Commissioners (Liquor Board) and/or Homeowner's Association Dispute Review Board (HOADRB) as assigned. Coordinates and reviews Public Information Act requests for documents Responds to citizen inquiries. Performs other related job duties as assigned.
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Education and Experience:
Juris Doctorate degree. Four (4) years of experience within a County Attorney's office.
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 Federal, State and local laws & processes. 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 Code of Professional Ethics. Ability to conduct legal research and write legal opinions. Ability to give oral legal advice in public hearings. Ability to think clearly and objectively in stressful situations. 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:
119
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.
