Closing Date: 31st December, 2025

Description:

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Job Summary:
The Collections Practice Group is responsible for collecting money owed to the City. The Group oversees the City's annual tax sale, offers advice on issues of bankruptcy, tax and general collections and pursues litigation when required. The Practice Group performs all post judgment collection activities including oral examinations, garnishments and monitoring repayment agreements.

Essential Functions:

Prepare and try cases on behalf of the Mayor and City Council of Baltimore in District Court in the Circuit Court, and/or other appropriate jurisdictions; may assist in appeals.
Perform legal research and render legal opinions on questions that are raised and submitted by Baltimore City departments and agencies.
Defend the City in Tax Sale Case in Circuit Court, Maryland Tax Court and U.S. Bankruptcy Court.
Draft and prepare various legal documents.
Advise and inform superiors on the status of hearings/trial proceedings, and obstacles.
Negotiate settlements on behalf of the City.

Minimum Qualifications:
Education: A law degree from an accredited law school.

AND

Experience: Two (2) years of litigation experience and strong trial experience, legal writing and/or municipal law and practice before circuit and district courts.

Admission to the Bar of the State of Maryland is required.
Membership in the federal bar and experience in bankruptcy and/or tax sale is highly preferred

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Working knowledge of Maryland Code and Rules.
Working knowledge of appropriate Baltimore City Code and Charter provisions and Federal, State and City statutes.
Strong legal research and analytical skills.
Strong interpersonal skills required to work with the public and various agencies.
Ability to prepare and litigate cases of varying complexity.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Ability to handle large caseloads 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.

Additional Information:
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 six-month probation.

Financial Disclosure
This position is required to complete a Financial Disclosure pursuant to Sections 7-7, 7-8, and 7-9 of the City Ethics Law. The initial financial disclosure must be submitted within 30 days of hire.

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. Do not attach your request for accommodation to the application.