Assistant Solicitor - Baltimore City Department of Law

THIS IS A NON-CIVIL SERVICE POSITION

Salary Range:

$81,097.00 - $129,584.00 Annually

Hiring Salary Range:

$81,097.00 – $105,341.00 Annually

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Welcome to the City of Baltimore! Experience the reward of a fulfilling career and enjoy the added element of excitement in a vibrant, diverse atmosphere. The City of Baltimore offers limitless opportunities to help drive social impact, both on the job and in the community, while serving its citizens. Join us in making Baltimore a great place to live and work. In the City of Baltimore, we hire great people and provide them with the skills and opportunities to grow toward their career aspirations. If you are looking for a career change or interested in learning more, explore our opportunities and benefits programs. We are excited to have you as a part of the City of Baltimore Team! The city offers medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans. This office also supplies wellness programs, support groups, and workshops. You can learn about our benefits here: https://humanresources.baltimorecity.gov/hr-divisions/benefits  

Job Summary:  

The Environmental Law Section provides sound advice and counsel to Baltimore City departments regarding environmental law and compliance issues that arise in matters involving City real estate, contracts, utilities and infrastructure, capital projects, environmental zoning and land use, regulatory compliance, and the defense of environmental claims and administrative actions.  The Section’s practice is weighted towards counseling, transactional support, administrative proceedings, and requirements and programs established in the Baltimore City Code and state law.  Successfully fulfilling this role involves partnering with the Mayor’s Office and other City departments, including Law Department colleagues in other practice areas, as well as daily interactions with private parties, state agencies in their operational capacities, and state and federal regulators in the environmental, natural resources, energy, and adjacent arenas.

Essential Functions:

• Evaluate proposed transactions, projects, and City programs, and provide related advice to Law Department colleagues, City officials, and City departments.
• Negotiate environmental terms for City projects, contracts and real estate matters.
• Provide compliance advice and training to City departments.
• Represent the City in federal and state regulatory matters and litigation.
• Conduct legal research and provide legal advice and opinions to the City and its departments.
• Stay abreast of changes in policy, regulations and legislation that impact environmental obligations and regulation for the City of Baltimore; advise on the scope of impact and may draft a response.

Minimum Qualifications:     

Education: A law degree from an accredited law school. Admission to the Bar of the State of Maryland is required.

AND 

Experience: Have at least 2-4 years of experience in private and/or government practice, preferably including transactional support or regulatory compliance.

OR 

Equivalency Notes: Have an equivalent combination of education and experience. Non- supervisory experience or education may not be substituted for the required supervisory experience.  

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: 

• A working knowledge and eagerness to gain a deeper understanding of environmental, natural resources, and land use programs and requirements in the Baltimore City Code, as well as Maryland and federal law.
• Experience drafting and negotiating contracts and real estate documents.
• A working knowledge of Maryland and federal administrative process and procedure.
• The ability to establish and maintain effective, collaborative working relationships with others (inside and outside the Law Department).
• The ability to manage and prioritize multiple complex matters.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
• The ability to work independently and meet deadlines while handling multiple tasks.
• The ability to maintain professionalism under pressure.
• A strong sense of ownership of tasks and responsibilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills required to work with the public and various agencies.
• Strong technology skills, as well as proficiency with Microsoft Office software and legal research platforms such as Westlaw.
• A willingness to perform with minimal administrative support

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. 

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