Executive Associate at State of Maryland

IntroductionThe 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 States 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 Marylands 47th Attorney General Anthony G. Brown leads the Office with a critical focus on equity justice and fairness.GRADE17This position offers a salary range of $70743 - $99889 with potential for advancement up to $110288 over time based on longevity and increased responsibilities. Initial salary offers are determined by qualifications experience equity and available budget and will not exceed $99889.LOCATION OF POSITIONOffice of the Attorney General200 Saint Paul PlaceBaltimore MD 21202Main Purpose of JobThe Opinions & Advice Division analyzes some of the most complex and high-profile legal issues on which the OAG must provide guidance. The Division oversees the issuance of official opinions of the Attorney General which serve as the Attorney Generals formal interpretations on complex issues of addition the Division plays an oversight role in reviewing and supporting legal advice provided by other OAG units. This includes reviewing legal work offering research assistance and developing guidance documents and manuals for use across the OAG.This Executive Associate position serves as the sole administrative staff member for the Opinions & Advice addition to the Executive Associate position the Division includes four employees: the Division Chief Deputy Chief and two attorneys.POSITION DUTIESThe Executive Associate plays an integral role in the successful operations of the Opinion & Advice Division. This position will perform the following job functions:Organize and maintain the Divisions large collection of legal advice files including indexing the files and searching for prior advice in those files that may be relevant to current issues being faced by the attorneys in the Division or other units of OAG.Assist with the creation of and transition to a new document management system for the Divisions advice.Assist in solving problems and improving processes.Schedule meetings communicate with constituents and officials who have questions about the Divisions work and format documents for publicationManage the publication and indexing of the official opinions of the Attorney General formal letters of advice and the Public Information Act and Open Meetings Act Manuals.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEducation: The ideal candidate will have at least graduated from an accredited high school or possess a high school equivalency certificate.Experience: At least five years experience in administrative work and strong organizational and interpersonal skills.DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSThe ideal candidate should possess: At least two years of administrative experience in the legal field such as a legal secretary or paralegal.Bachelors degree or associate degree from an accredited university or college.Proficiency in the use of word processing software and document management.SELECTION PROCESSApplicants who meet the minimum and selective 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 of the position. Therefore it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and answer all supplemental questions. Please report all related education experience dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application if applicable. 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).Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incorrect/incomplete application forms will not be accepted. Please include start/end dates and detailed job duties for each work experience.Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list for at least one year. Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.BENEFITSSTATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITSThe 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.FURTHER INSTRUCTIONSOnline 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 or fax to . TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.If you have specific questions about recruitment email 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.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Account Management,Aircraft Operations,Data Management,Corporate Risk Management,Document Control Management,Adobe Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 70743 - 99889