Introduction
The Office of The Public Defender is a statewide agency charged with providing superior legal
representation for indigent defendants. The agency's vision is Justice, Fairness and Dignity for All.
Employees are committed to the core values of a culture of excellence, clients centered representation,
tenacious advocacy, and are united as a team in achieving the agency's mission.
The Office of the Public Defender is seeking detailed oriented persons with experience working with
arrested persons, attorneys, law enforcement and courtroom personnel to fill full time Public Defender
Intake Specialist I vacancy available in our Annapolis, Maryland office. Intake Specialists interview
clients requesting public defender representation for trials and bail hearings. Significant client contact is
required to provide and gather information for case file preparation and attorney assistance. Data entry
of case information is required in this position. Travel or reassignment to Annapolis District Court and
Glen Burnie District Court may be necessary due to operational needs.
GRADE
8
LOCATION OF POSITION
1700 Margaret Ave, Annapolis, Maryland 21401
Main Purpose of Job
A Public Defender Intake Specialist I is the intermediate level of work determining client eligibility for representation by the Office of the Public Defender and obtaining initial client information for preparation of case files. Employees in this classification do not supervise other positions.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: Six months of experience interviewing persons for the purpose of obtaining and verifying background or financial information.
Notes:
1. Candidates may substitute additional experience interviewing persons for the purpose of obtaining background or financial information on a year-for-year basis for the required education.
2. Candidates may substitute 60 credit hours from an accredited college or university for the required experience.
3. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in Compliance Inspection and Support classifications or Compliance Inspection and Support specialty codes in the Inspection, Investigation, Enforcement, and Compliance field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Proficiency in data entry, strong communication skills and experience working in a fast paced retail or
office environment. Customer service experience and a strong interest in working with indigent
defendants and their families.
LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION
Limited to employees of the Office of the Public Defender.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.
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 ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The examination will consist of a rating of your education, training and experience related to the
requirements of the position. You may be required to complete a qualifications supplement, or the
rating may be based on your application. Therefore, it is important that you provide complete and
accurate information on your application. Report all experience and education that is related to this
position.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online Applications Preferred. Please fax all paper applications and questionnaires to (410) 333-2260.
Inquiries regarding applications and submitting paper applications can be directed to: Office of the
Public Defender, Human Resources Division, 6 Saint Paul Street, Suite 1304, Baltimore, MD 21202; or by
calling (410) 767-8500, toll free: 877-430-5187; TTY users call Maryland Relay Service 800-735-2258.
Please be sure to include your name, identification number (Easy ID#) and job announcement number
on any documentation to ensure timely processing.
A paper copy of the MD State application form and questionnaire can be downloaded from the link
below.
As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
