Main Purpose of Job The OAG seeks a Paralegal to join its unit within the Department of Human Services (DHS) Trial Litigation Unit. The DHS is committed to assisting economically vulnerable individuals, providing preventive services, and protecting at‑risk children and adults across Maryland.The unit includes a Principal Counsel, four Deputy Principal Counsel, one Assistant Deputy Principal Counsel, two supervising attorneys, fifteen Assistant Attorneys General, a paralegal, and five administrative assistants. The Paralegal will support the OAG/DHS unit attorneys with paralegal duties and administrative tasks.Position Duties Paralegal & Legal SupportDraft and proofread pleadings, subpoenas, affidavits, and legal correspondenceSupport litigation and discovery by reviewing, organizing, and redacting documentsPrepare trial materials, exhibits, and assist with depositions and court proceedingsConduct legal research, cite‑checking, and compile case law and regulatory materialsManage case files, databases, and confidential recordsFile pleadings and serve legal documents in compliance with court deadlinesAdministrative & Office SupportDraft, type, and edit pleadings, correspondence, memoranda, affidavits, and exhibitsPrepare and maintain boilerplate letters, motions, and standardized legal templatesUpdate and organize boilerplate sections of briefs and memorandaProofread legal documents and reports for accuracy, clarity, and proper formattingDistribute finalized documents to appropriate individuals and agenciesManage office procedures including scheduling and workflow coordinationPrepare weekly summary reports and provide updates to supervisorsMinimum Qualifications Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificateThree years of experience as a legal assistant or legal secretary performing legal research or preparing legal documents on behalf of an attorneyThirty credit hours or a certificate in paralegal studies from an accredited college or university may substitute for the required experienceThirty credit hours from an accredited law school may substitute for the required experienceAdditional years of experience may substitute on a year‑for‑year basis for the required educationU.S. Armed Forces military service as a non‑commissioned officer in paralegal specialist classifications or specialty codes in the legal and kindred field of work may substitute on a year‑for‑year basis for the required experienceDesired or Preferred Qualifications Proficiency with digital evidence management platforms, such as Next Point and/or RelativityProficiency with MDEC, PACER, court rules and filing requirementsProficiency in case management and document tracking systemsProficiency with database systems and familiarity with digital evidence management programsExperience handling confidential or sensitive information in a regulated environmentFamiliarity with Adobe Pro applicationLicenses, Registrations and Certifications Employees may be assigned duties requiring operation of a motor vehicle and must possess a valid motor vehicle operator's license in Maryland.Benefits Working for the Office of the Attorney General offers a competitive benefits package designed to support health and well‑being.Generous Leave Program:Annual Leave: 10–25 days per year based on serviceSick Leave: 15 days per year with unlimited carryoverPersonal Leave: Up to 6 days per yearPaid Holidays: 12 state holidaysComprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision plansRetirement Savings: Defined‑benefit pension plan plus 401(k) and 457 supplemental retirement optionsWork–Life Balance: Hybrid and flexible work schedules available for many rolesProfessional Growth: Ongoing training and development opportunitiesAdditional Benefits: Flexible Spending Accounts, free mass transit (eligible areas), Employee Assistance Program, and access to SECUEqual Opportunity Employment The Office of the Attorney General 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.#J-18808-Ljbffr