JOB
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.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
- Handles litigation in District and Circuit Courts and administrative appeals to the appellate courts.
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Interprets and enforces zoning and subdivision laws.
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Prepares real estate documents and other contracts.
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Drafts laws, ordinances, rules and regulations for Charles County, Maryland.
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Researches legal issues.
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Responds to various Public Information Act Requests
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Performs Legislative research/drafting
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Advises County Government Entities on various legal issues on an as-needed basis
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Interacts with General Public and Media regarding County legal issues.
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Provides legal counsel to County employees, boards and agencies.
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Attends meetings of County boards and agencies.
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Responds to Public Information Act requests for various departments
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Responds to citizen inquiries.
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Performs other related job duties as assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL 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
