Assistant Attorney General, Maryland Department of Transportation

Description

The 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 State's 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 Maryland's 47th Attorney General, Anthony G. Brown leads the Office with a critical focus on equity, justice, and fairness.

The OAG is seeking applicants to serve as an Assistant Attorney General to the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT). MDOT, which encompasses five modal administrations and the Maryland Transportation Authority, is responsible for the State's highway, transit, motor vehicle, port, and aviation functions. MDOT attorneys provide advice on a variety of matters, such as real estate, grants, public finance, procurement, personnel/EEO/employee relations, employee safety, risk management, homeland security, Public Information Act, Minority Business Enterprise, and ethics. This position also involves representation of MDOT and its modes in litigation in courts and before administrative agencies, as well as providing advice on the legality of proposed legislation and regulations. It may also involve advice to various boards and commissions.

This position is litigation-focused and requires the ability to represent MDOT in all stages of litigation in State and federal courts, including administrative hearings. Litigation matters typically involve personnel disputes, civil rights and EEO claims, public-private partnerships, and contractual disputes.
The MDOT legal team consists of the Principal Counsel, Deputy Counsel, and three Assistant Attorneys General, supported by an Administrative Assistant and an Office Manager. Our office collaborates closely with MDOT's six modal administrations and their respective legal teams, which together include approximately 75 attorneys. This is a great opportunity to help shape Maryland's transportation future.

Experience: The ideal candidate will bring a minimum of five years of substantive legal experience, along with excellent research, writing, and communication skills. A background in real estate and commercial transactions, environmental law, procurement, and litigation before both judicial and administrative bodies is highly desirable. Admission to the Maryland Bar, or eligibility for admission by waiver, is required.

Submission: Applicants must submit a resume, cover letter, writing sample, and a list of three professional references, including at least one current or former supervisor.

Telework: Hybrid Work - Two in-office days weekly.

Employment Benefits: Working for the Office of the Attorney General offers a competitive benefits package designed to support your health and well‑being.

• Generous Leave:
  • Annual Leave: 10-25 days per year based on service.
  • Sick Leave: 15 days per year with unlimited carryover.
  • Personal Leave: Up to 6 days per year.
  • Paid Holidays: 12 state holidays.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement Savings: Defined‑benefit pension plan plus 401(k) and 457 supplemental retirement options.
• Work-Life Balance: Hybrid and flexible work schedules available for many roles.
• Professional Growth: Ongoing training and development opportunities, including paid MSBA membership.
• Additional Benefits: Flexible Spending Accounts, free mass transit (eligible areas), Employee Assistance Program, and access to SECU.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging: The Office of the Attorney General views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving professional excellence and fostering and maintaining a culture where every employee can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the best pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values. We honor, respect, and celebrate all differences, both visible and invisible, and are committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting individuals who have historically been underrepresented in the practice of law and professional careers.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The OAG 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.