The Attorney General is the chief legal officer of the State of Maryland. The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) has the general charge, supervision, and direction of the State’s legal business, acting as legal advisors and representatives of the major agencies, various boards, commissions, officials, and institutions of State Government. The OAG also protects the public by civil enforcement of antitrust, civil rights, consumer protection, and securities laws and regulations and by the prosecution of organized crime, Medicaid fraud, environmental crimes, insurance fraud, state tax evasion, and other statutorily assigned matters. As Maryland’s 47th Attorney General, Anthony G. Brown leads the Office with a critical focus on equity, justice, and fairness.
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This position offers a salary range of $63,154 - $90,211, with potential for advancement up to $99,603 based on qualifications, equity, and hiring guidelines. Initial salary offers are determined by qualifications, experience, and available budget, and typically do not exceed $90,211.
The Office of the Attorney General
200 St. Paul Place
Baltimore, MD 21202
The OAG is seeking a highly organized and mission‑driven professional to serve as the Pro Bono Coordinator for the Stephen H. Sachs Pro Bono Program. This position plays a key role in advancing the OAG’s access‑to‑justice efforts by assisting with the facilitation of case placement, managing volunteer attorney participation, and supporting partnerships with Maryland’s legal services community. The position reports directly to the Deputy Chief of Staff, who leads the OAG’s Outreach team. The Pro Bono Coordinator leads the day‑to‑day operations of the Pro Bono Program by collaborating with the Pro Bono Committee to evaluate potential cases from public interest partner organizations, manage internal case assignments, and monitor case progress. The role also includes developing, scheduling, and supporting legal clinics and pro bono events designed to expand the OAG’s community impact. Through these responsibilities, the Coordinator helps connect skilled OAG attorneys with underserved communities and supports the broader legal aid network.
The Pro Bono Coordinator leads the day‑to‑day operations of the Pro Bono Program by collaborating with the Pro Bono Committee to evaluate potential cases from public interest partner organizations, manage internal case assignments, and monitor case progress. The role also includes developing, scheduling, and supporting legal clinics and pro bono events designed to expand the OAG’s community impact. Through these responsibilities, the Coordinator helps connect skilled OAG attorneys with underserved communities and supports the broader legal aid network.
Key responsibilities include:
- Working with Pro Bono Committee leadership to maintain OAG’s pro bono tracking system.
- Liaising with public interest pro bono coordinators to staff cases, track case placements, and provide status updates.
- Coordinating with the Pro Bono Committee to evaluate and place cases, track approved matters internally, and monitor ongoing case progress.
- Soliciting volunteer attorneys and determining capacity for case placement.
- Drafting communications about pro bono opportunities and assisting with pro bono clinic logistics, including coordinating day‑of information for volunteer attorneys and staff.
- Coordinating pro bono opportunities with legal services partners, reviewing malpractice insurance coverage, and compiling available opportunities across partners.
- Tracking all OAG pro bono activities including casework and non‑casework by monitoring submission forms and maintaining participation records.
- Ensuring staff submit pro bono hours and monitoring open cases to determine whether matters remain active or have been closed.
- Drafting and distributing weekly communications such as newsletters and bulletins highlighting pro bono opportunities and program updates.
- Coordinating trainings with partner organizations and managing logistics such as scheduling, OWL postings, and drafting introductions for speakers and trainers.
- Serving as the primary point of contact for legal services partners, allowing the Pro Bono Committee to focus on higher‑level strategic priorities.
- Organizing brown bag sessions to engage OAG attorneys and staff, promote participation, and sustain program momentum.
- Responding to routine inquiries received through the pro bono inbox and elevating complex questions to Committee leadership when appropriate.
- Coordinating presentations with central divisions and Agency Client Units to familiarize staff with program processes and available opportunities.
- Supporting cross‑coordination with OAG Committees and Affinity Groups including BEN, OAG Pride, and the Communications Division on pro bono messaging and outreach initiatives.
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: Three years of administrative staff or professional work.
Notes:
1. Candidates may substitute 30 college credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to two years of the required experience.
2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from a college or university for the required experience.
3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work that included the regular use of independent judgment and analysis in applying and interpreting complex administrative plans, policies, rules or regulations or analysis of operational programs or procedures with recommendations for improvement on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
Preference will be given to applicants who possess the following preferred qualification(s). Include clear and specific information on your application regarding your qualifications.
- Minimum associate’s degree in paralegal studies, criminal justice, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
- 1–2 years of experience in a related field, such as pro bono coordination, project management, community outreach, paralegal work, or pro bono support.
- Experience in outreach, education, or membership development.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
- Experience in community development or community-building work.
- Ideal candidates will have experience as a paralegal or intake coordinator at a legal services organization (e.g., Maryland Legal Aid, MVLS) or similar familiarity with the pro bono ecosystem.
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.
Applicants who meet all the minimum and preferred qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements and preferred qualifications of the position. Applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added.
Incomplete application forms will not be accepted. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application to include all related education, experience, and employment dates. Please answer supplemental questions with complete answers. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable.
If applicable, successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions.
For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).
STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS
The successful candidate will be eligible for subsidized health benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage) and life insurance; leave, including annual (vacation), personal, sick, and paid parental leave; and will be eligible for participation in a contributory defined benefit pension plan in which they are vested after ten years. State employees are eligible to participate in two supplemental retirement plans: the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan and the 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan. The State also offers a free mass transit benefit for local bus and express bus services.
Online applications are STRONGLY preferred. Please upload a resume in addition to the on-line application. If the online application process is not available, please send your paper application and supplemental questionnaire to
[email protected]. TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.
The Office of the Attorney General 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.
