Closing Date: 27th May, 2026
Description:
Introduction:The Maryland Commission on Civil Rights (MCCR) is the agency responsible for enforcement of anti-discrimination and civil rights laws for the State of Maryland. MCCR is charged with investigating and administratively processing complaints that allege discrimination in employment, housing, public accommodations and the State's commercial non-discrimination policy.
Grade
20
Location Of Position:
20
Location Of Position:
Maryland Commission on Civil Rights
William Donald Schaefer Tower
6 Saint Paul Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
Position Duties:
The main purpose of this position is to implement State Government Title 20 Human Relations of the Annotated Code of Maryland. This position will assist the Maryland Commission on Civil Rights' General Counsel in fulfilling the statutory duties described in SGA, 20-206 (d)-(e) of the Annotated Code of Maryland, primarily by providing legal representation for the Agency in all legal and administrative proceedings, including public hearings, administrative appeals, State and federal court proceedings; to provide legal advice to Agency staff; and to assist the General Counsel in other special projects.
This is a Special Appointment position and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.
Litigating agency cases at public hearings, before the appeal board of the Commission and in the state and federal courts (in housing discrimination cases, this position may require litigating before a jury in State circuit court) but are not limited to: Preparing and filing statements of charges, pre-hearing motions, pleadings, papers, and legal memoranda, etc.
Investigating cases, interviewing witnesses, gathering documents and filing discovery requests.
Advocating at public hearings, court hearings and trials including examining/cross examining lay and expert witnesses, presenting evidence and oral arguments.
Negotiating and drafting settlement agreements. Litigating in other court actions including subpoena enforcement, injunctions and defending the Agency.
Conducting legal research and preparing in-house legal memoranda and advisory opinions.
Providing assistance in special projects as assigned and in legislative functions such as bill drafting, testimony preparation, legal analysis of bills and regulation drafting.
Assisting in the supervision and training of less experienced Attorneys and provide training for Commission staff and other interested parties.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: A Juris Doctor degree or equivalent degree from an accredited school of law.
Experience: Experience as a practicing Attorney.
Notes:
Candidates must be a member of the Maryland Bar at the time of appointment.
The above requirements are set by the Maryland Commission on Civil Rights in accordance with State Government Article, Title 20 Human Relations of the Annotated Code of Maryland.
William Donald Schaefer Tower
6 Saint Paul Street
Baltimore, MD 21202
Position Duties:
The main purpose of this position is to implement State Government Title 20 Human Relations of the Annotated Code of Maryland. This position will assist the Maryland Commission on Civil Rights' General Counsel in fulfilling the statutory duties described in SGA, 20-206 (d)-(e) of the Annotated Code of Maryland, primarily by providing legal representation for the Agency in all legal and administrative proceedings, including public hearings, administrative appeals, State and federal court proceedings; to provide legal advice to Agency staff; and to assist the General Counsel in other special projects.
This is a Special Appointment position and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority.
Litigating agency cases at public hearings, before the appeal board of the Commission and in the state and federal courts (in housing discrimination cases, this position may require litigating before a jury in State circuit court) but are not limited to: Preparing and filing statements of charges, pre-hearing motions, pleadings, papers, and legal memoranda, etc.
Investigating cases, interviewing witnesses, gathering documents and filing discovery requests.
Advocating at public hearings, court hearings and trials including examining/cross examining lay and expert witnesses, presenting evidence and oral arguments.
Negotiating and drafting settlement agreements. Litigating in other court actions including subpoena enforcement, injunctions and defending the Agency.
Conducting legal research and preparing in-house legal memoranda and advisory opinions.
Providing assistance in special projects as assigned and in legislative functions such as bill drafting, testimony preparation, legal analysis of bills and regulation drafting.
Assisting in the supervision and training of less experienced Attorneys and provide training for Commission staff and other interested parties.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: A Juris Doctor degree or equivalent degree from an accredited school of law.
Experience: Experience as a practicing Attorney.
Notes:
Candidates must be a member of the Maryland Bar at the time of appointment.
The above requirements are set by the Maryland Commission on Civil Rights in accordance with State Government Article, Title 20 Human Relations of the Annotated Code of Maryland.
Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in judge advocate general classification or judge advocate general specialty codes in the general attorney field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience and education.
Desired or Preferred Qualifications
Litigation Experience.
Selection Process:
Please Make Sure that You Provide Sufficient Information on Your Application to Show that You Meet the Qualifications for This Recruitment. All Information Concerning Your Qualifications Must Be Submitted by The Closing Date. We Will Not Consider Information Submitted After This Date. Successful Candidates Will Be Placed on The Eligible (employment) List for At Least One Year.
Examination Process
The Evaluation May Consist of A Rating of Your Education, Training, and Experience Related to The Requirements of The Position. It Is Important that You Provide Complete and Accurate Information on Your Application. Please Report All Experience and Education that Is Related to This Position.
Litigation Experience.
Selection Process:
Please Make Sure that You Provide Sufficient Information on Your Application to Show that You Meet the Qualifications for This Recruitment. All Information Concerning Your Qualifications Must Be Submitted by The Closing Date. We Will Not Consider Information Submitted After This Date. Successful Candidates Will Be Placed on The Eligible (employment) List for At Least One Year.
Examination Process
The Evaluation May Consist of A Rating of Your Education, Training, and Experience Related to The Requirements of The Position. It Is Important that You Provide Complete and Accurate Information on Your Application. Please Report All Experience and Education that Is Related to This Position.
