ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST I

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 effectively 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 in the jurisdiction 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 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 an individual to fill a full-time Administrative Specialist I position located in Baltimore City Eastside District Court.  The applicant must be detail- oriented with excellent communications skills, and exceptional organizational, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. The applicant must be proficient in computer- based data collection including filing in Maryland’s electronic court system (MDEC), and organizing and updating the confidential Public Defender electronic filing system on individual clients. The applicant must also be proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Google Suites.

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.

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: Office of  the Public Defender, Human Resources Division, 6 Saint Paul Street, Suite 1304, Baltimore, MD  21202; or by calling (410) 767-8497, 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.  

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.