What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Counsel, Assistant Solicitor (NCS) - Baltimore City Department of Law position at City of Baltimore, MD?
THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION
POSTING DATE: 2/10/2025
SALARY RANGE: $93,622.00 - $149,726.00 ANNUALLY
BACKGROUND CHECK
Eligible candidates under final consideration for appointment to positions identified as positions of trust will be required to complete authorization for a Criminal Background Check and/or Fingerprint must be successfully completed.
PROBATION
All persons, including current City employees, selected for this position must complete a mandatory 6-month probation.
SUMMARY OF POSITION
The Advice & Opinions practice group is currently seeking an experienced transactional attorney to function as the General Counsel/Deputy Chief. The practice group provides advice on a wide range of matters impacting the Mayor and City Council, including opinions on the interpretation of city, state and federal laws and regulations. The Practice Group reviews the form and legal sufficiency of bills before the City Council, reviews legislation introduced in the Maryland General Assembly and gives advice on responding to Public Information Act requests.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Provide timely, detailed and sufficient response to Public Information Act requests.
- Review the form and legal sufficiency of bills before the City Council and Maryland General Assembly; may be called to testify before such entities.
- Interpret city, state and federal laws and regulations; provide sound advice on legal matters impacting the Mayor and City Council.
- Perform legal research and render legal opinions on questions that are raised and submitted by City government departments and agencies.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION: A law degree from an accredited law school
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EXPERIENCE: A minimum of six (6) years-experience of practicing law. Experience with PIA requests and legislative law preferred.
Admission to the Bar of the State of Maryland is required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge of Maryland law regarding local government authority and powers.
- Working knowledge of Maryland Code and Rules.
- Working knowledge of the Maryland Public Information Act and Maryland Open Meetings Act.
- Working knowledge of appropriate Baltimore City Code and Charter provisions.
- Strong legal research and analytical skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills required to work with the city and state entities.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Ability to handle large amounts of work and juggle multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Strong technology skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office software and legal research platforms such as Westlaw.
- Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.
BENEFITS
The City of Baltimore offers a generous and competitive benefits package. You can learn about our benefits here:
https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits
Baltimore City Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The City of Baltimore prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Department of Human Resources directly. Requests for accommodations should not be attached to the application.
BALTIMORE CITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Salary : $93,622 - $149,726
