OFFICE SERVICES CLERK

Only Current Office of the Public Defender Employees May Apply.

As a State agency, Maryland Office of the Public Defender (MOPD) is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. MOPD is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, physical or mental disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or genetic information.

All applicants must be able to communicate with clients and visitors and possess the ability to complete tasks in a fast-paced work environment.  Applicants must be able to work in various

positions, and travel to various courtrooms and office environments throughout the state. MOPD is further committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs and activities by modifying or adjusting the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the

known applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee to be considered for the position they desire; to perform the essential functions of the position in question; or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation imposes an undue hardship.  Applicants must be able to

operate a computer and other office equipment. Applicants must have access to a motor vehicle or be able to navigate public transportation. If a reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Tawanda Jackson, Human Resources Supervisor, 410-767-8503  tawandal.jackson@maryland.gov 

 The Office of the Public Defender is seeking applicants for our Baltimore City Felony Division who are detail oriented with excellent organizational and writing skills, as well as problem solving skills, to transport and store case files.  The primary responsibility for this position is to support the attorneys  by  pulling and sorting case files, downloading discovery, filing, answering phones, and general office duties.  Additionally, this position will provide assistance with data entry which will require use of our internal database (eDefender) and use of various judiciary websites (MDEC, Case search, Jportal).  

201 St. Paul Place, Baltimore, Maryland 21202 

Only Current Office of The Public Defender Employees apply.

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will be admitted to the examination for this

classification.  Successful candidates will be ranked as BEST QUALIFIED, BETTER

QUALIFIED, OR QUALIFIED and placed on the employment (eligible) list for at least one year.

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.  

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: Saundra.Sheed@maryland.gov.  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. We thank our Veterans for their service to our country and encourage them to apply.  People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.