Paralegal I
Paralegal I
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Job Description
Introduction
The Maryland Department ofAssessments and Taxation (SDAT) is a customeroriented agency dedicated toensuring accurate property assessments maintaining business records andproviding essential taxrelated information to state agencies and local jurisdictions.The departments core functions are divided into three primary areas: BusinessServices Real Property Valuation and Property Tax Credits.
GRADE
LOCATION OF POSITION
State Department ofAssessments and Taxation
BusinessServices Unit Charter Legal
700 E. Pratt Street 2nd Floor
Baltimore Maryland 21202
Main Purpose of Job
POSITION DUTIES
Handles the intake processing and legal review of groundrent in compliance with all applicable Maryland laws regulations and SDATpolicies and procedures. Additionally performs other assigned duties tosupport the efficient operation of the office.
Collaborates with SDAT staff to review ground rent filingsensuring the efficient processing and administration of the ground rentprogram. Serves as a liaison between attorneys paralegals and other personnelto facilitate accurate and timely filings while addressing and resolving anyconflicts as needed.
Provides guidance to the public via telephone email andinperson meetings on the requirements for successfully submitting a groundrent filing to the State Department of Assessments and Taxation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: Two years of experience as a legal assistant or legal secretary performing legal research or preparing legal documents on behalf of an attorney.
Notes: 1. Thirty credit hours or a certificate in paralegal studies from an accredited college or university may be substituted for the required experience.
2. Thirty credit hours from an accredited law school may be substituted for the required experience.
3. Additional years of experience as stated above may be substituted on a yearforyear basis for the required education.
4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a noncommissioned officer in paralegal specialist classifications or paralegal specialist specialty codes in the legal and kindred field of work on a yearforyear basis for the required experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preference will be given to candidates who haveone or more of the following skillsets or experience. Please ensure that your application clearlyand specifically highlights these qualifications.
Paralegalcertification from an accredited institution.
Previous experience in a legaladministrative or government setting preferably handling real estate contracts or corporate law matters.
Ability to interactprofessionally with attorneys clients government agencies and the public.
Proficiency in legalresearch tools and online databases.
Selection Plan
Applicants must meet the selective qualification(s) to be considered.Include clear and specific information on your application regardingyour qualifications.
LIMITATIONS ON SELECTION
Must be willing to work inBaltimore City.
LICENSES REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure that you providesufficient information on your application to show that you meet thequalifications for this recruitment. All information concerning yourqualifications must be submitted by the closing date.We will not considerthe information submitted after this date.Successful candidates will beranked as Best Qualified Better Qualified or Qualified and placed ontheeligible (employment) list for at least one year
For education obtained outsidethe U.S. a copy of the equivalent American education as determined by aforeign credential evaluation service must be provided prior to hire.
EXAMINATION PROCESS
The assessment may consist of arating of your education training and experience related to the requirementsof the position.It is important that you provide complete and accurateinformation on your application.Please report all experience andeducation that is related to this position.
BENEFITS
As an employee of the State of Maryland youwill have access to outstanding benefits including health insurance dentaland vision plans offered at a low cost.
Personal Leave new State employees areawarded six 6 personnel days annually (prorated based on start date)
Annual Leave ten 10 days of accumulatedannual leave per year
Sick Leave fifteen 15 days of accumulatedsick leave per year.
Parental Leave up to sixty 60 days of paidparental leave upon the birth or adoption of a child.
Holidays State employees also celebrateat least twelve 12 holidays per year.
Pension State employees earn credit fora retirement pension.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online applications are highlyrecommended. However if you are unable to apply onlinethe paperapplication and supplemental questionnaire may be submitted to:State Departmentof Assessments and Taxation Office of Human Resources 700 E. Pratt 2ndFloor Suite 2700 Baltimore Maryland 21202.Paper application materialsmust be received by 5pm in our officeon theclosing date for therecruitment. No postmarks will be accepted. Resumes will NOT be accepted inlieu of completing the application.
For questions regarding thisrecruitment please contact theDepartment of Assessments and Taxation atMD TTY Relay Service. If you are havingdifficulty with your user account or have general questions about the onlineapplication system please contact the MD Department of Budget and ManagementRecruitment and Examination Division ator .
As an equal opportunity employer Maryland is committed to recruitingretaining and promoting employees who are reflective of the States diversity.People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged toapply.We thank our Veterans for their service to our country.
Employment Type
Full-Time
