CHARTER SPECIALIST I

The Maryland​​​ Department of Assessments and Taxation (also known as the State Department of Assessments and Taxation, or SDAT) is a customer-focused agency that works to ensure property is accurately​ assessed, business records are appropriately maintained, and necessary tax-related information is conveyed to state agencies and local jurisdictions. The Department's responsibilities can generally be split into three main areas: Business Services, Real Property Valuation and Property Tax Credits.

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To review business entity documents for legal sufficiency and decide whether to accept or reject them, as required for filing with this Department. To respond to inquiries from the general public, officers, directors, attorneys, and other business entity representatives, as well as representatives from other government agencies. These inquiries may concern the creation, termination, and status of various business entities; the protection of security interests and the collection of fees and taxes through Uniform Commercial Code Filings; the status of documents filed with this Department; assistance in serving legal process on business entities; and ground rent filings.

The incumbent reviews business entity documents for legal sufficiency in accordance with Maryland laws and regulations, accepting or rejecting filings and providing detailed instructions for correction of deficiencies online, by paper and at the public service counter. The types of entities whose documents are reviewed include corporations, limited partnerships, limited liability companies, limited liability partnerships, limited liability limited partnerships, and Real Estate Investment Trusts. Additionally, Charter Specialists review Ground Rent Registrations and Redemptions, Assignments of Security Interests, Releases of Security Interests, and Terminations of Security Interests, with some documents pre-cleared for filing. The incumbent also advises counsels officers, directors, attorneys, and representatives of business entities on the procedures to maintain good standing with the State of Maryland or complete transactions, such as filing annual reports.

Education:   Possession of a Juris Doctor degree or equivalent degree from an accredited law school.

Experience: None

Note: Applicants may substitute experience in examining or processing articles of incorporation or other corporate documents for compliance with State or federal corporation laws on a year-for-year basis for the required education.

Experience in examining or processing articles of incorporation or other corporate documents.
Knowledge of State or federal corporation laws.
Experience in communication and customer service skills.

Candidate must be willing to work in Baltimore City.

NOT APPLICABLE.

NOT APPLICABLE.

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.

As an employee of the State of Maryland, you will have access to outstanding benefits, including health insurance, dental, and vision plans offered at a low cost. 

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

Personal Leave - new State employees are awarded six (6) personnel days annually (prorated based on start date)

Annual Leave - ten (10) days of accumulated annual leave per year

Sick Leave - fifteen (15) days of accumulated sick leave per year.

Parental Leave - up to sixty (60) days of paid parental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child.

Holidays - State employees also celebrate at least twelve (12) holidays per year.  

Pension - State employees earn credit towards a retirement pension. 

Online applications are highly recommended. However, if you are unable to apply online, the paper application and supplemental questionnaire may be submitted to: State Department of Assessments and Taxation, Office of Human Resources, 700 E. Pratt, 2^nd Floor, Suite 2700, Baltimore, Maryland 21202. Paper application materials must be received by 5pm in our office on the closing date for the recruitment. No postmarks will be accepted. Resumes will NOT be accepted in lieu of completing the application.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the Department of Assessments and Taxation at 410-767-1137, MD TTY Relay Service 1-800-735-2258. If you are having difficulty with your user account or have general questions about the online application system, please contact the MD Department of Budget and Management, Recruitment and Examination Division, at 410-767-4850 or Application.Help@maryland.gov.

 

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.