Paralegal

**In order to be considered for this position, you must submit an employment application per the instructions below**

PARALEGAL

OFFICE OF THE STATE’S ATTORNEY

SUMMARY

The Office of the State’s Attorney is seeking applicants for a full-time paralegal position. Responsibilities may include assisting visitors, answering phones, processing mail, entering and uploading information across multiple computer programs, verifying scheduling dockets, gathering evidence, file pleadings through Maryland Electronic Courts (MDEC), complete Nolle Prosequi/Stet forms and incorporate into database, conduct legal research utilizing legal software applications (Westlaw), preparing criminal cases in Juvenile or Circuit Court, assist prosecuting attorneys in felony and misdemeanor case preparation, composing and mailing correspondence and other duties as they arise.

QUALIFICATIONS

Prior paralegal/legal assistant experience and degree is preferred, but not required. Applicant must be able to pass a criminal background check and be certified to run records through the NCIC/METERS system. Must be detail-oriented, have good communication skills, and have the ability to quickly learn multiple computer software systems.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Google Apps including drive, sheets and docs. Strong organizational and writing skills, be detail oriented and be able to work at a consistently high volume. Knowledge of legal terminology and the criminal justice system and being commissioned as or able to be commissioned as a Notary in the State of Maryland is STRONGLY preferred. Have a good working relationship with all attorneys, law enforcement officials and judicial system employees.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

This may be a contractual or non-contractual position with a salary range of $38,000 to $55,000 and the potential of a County benefits package that may include health and life insurance, paid leave, and pension. Detailed benefit information can be found on the Human Resources page of the Allegany County website at: https://www.alleganygov.org/1842/Employee-Benefits-Resources

Applications are available in the Main Lobby

at the address below or on the Web at:

http://alleganygov.org/Jobs.aspx

(NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE)

Applications, cover letter and resume are required and must be returned to:

Allegany County Office Complex

701 Kelly Road

Cumberland, MD 21502

**Mailed applications must be postmarked no later than October 16, 2026**

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATION IS FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2026

ALLEGANY COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $38,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Paralegal: 4 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $38,000 - $55,000