Introduction
The Attorney General is the chief legal officer of the State of Maryland. The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) has the general charge supervision and direction of the States legal business acting as legal advisors and representatives of the major agencies various boards commissions officials and institutions of State Government. The OAG also protects the public by civil enforcement of antitrust civil rights consumer protection and securities laws and regulations and by the prosecution of organized crime Medicaid fraud environmental crimes insurance fraud state tax evasion and other statutorily assigned matters. As Marylands 47th Attorney General Anthony G. Brown leads the Office with a critical focus on equity justice and fairness.
GRADE
18
This position offers a salary range of $75475 - $106636 with potential for advancement up to $117737 based on qualifications equity and hiring guidelines. Initial salary offers are determined by qualifications experience and available budget and typically do not exceed $106636.
LOCATION OF POSITION
Office of the Attorney General200 St. Paul Place
Baltimore Maryland 21202
Main Purpose of Job
The OAG seeks a detail-oriented and service-drivenLaw Clerk & Internship Program Administrator to support the planning coordination and administration of the internship and clerkship programs. This newly created role centralizes operational responsibility for student and early-career programs ensuring consistency compliance and a positive experience for participants.
The Administrator will manage day-to-day program logistics maintain relationships with universities and external partners and collaborate with internal supervisors and HR staff to deliver high-quality mission-aligned programs.
POSITION DUTIES
Key Responsibilities:
Program Coordination & Administration
Lead proactive recruitment processes and practices for the Program.
Coordinate timelines onboarding activities and participant tracking for internship and clerkship programs.
Maintain program calendars placement schedules and cohort rosters.
Assist with annual program planning and data collection.
Coordinate posting timelines application tracking and partner with supervisors on interview scheduling.
Partner with HR and supervisors to ensure equitable and compliant recruitment practices.
University & External Partner Relations
Serve as a liaison to universities law schools and private law firm partners.
Coordinate agreements and partner expectations in collaboration with HR and legal staff.
Support outreach activities such as career fairs information sessions and other college outreach events.
Program Administration & Compliance
Oversee onboarding orientation and offboarding processes.
Ensure compliance with labor laws academic credit requirements and funding restrictions.
Maintain accurate records and monitor stipends or funding allocations.
Supervisor & Participant Support
Serve as a primary point of contact for interns and clerks.
Provide supervisors with templates and guidance for hosting participants.
Program Evaluation & Continuous Improvement
Collect and compile participation data and feedback.
Assist in preparing reports and identifying best practices for program enhancement.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: At least six years of experience providing administrative or program coordination support preferably in an office educational nonprofit or public sector organizational and communication skills; ability to manage multiple priorities.
Candidates may substitute a possession of a Bachelors degree from an accredited college or university and two years of experience in administrative staff or professional work for the required experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate will possess:
Experience working with law schools universities or professional programs.
Familiarity with public sector or legal work environments.
Commitment to equity inclusion and public service values.
SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants who meet all the minimum and preferred qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education training and experience as they relate to the requirements and preferred qualifications of the position.
It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application to includeall related education experience and service dates.Please answer supplemental questions with complete answers.
Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S. any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).
Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incorrect/incomplete application forms will not be accepted.
Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list for at least one year. Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.
BENEFITS
The successful candidate will be eligible for subsidized health benefits (medical prescription dental and vision coverage) and life insurance; leave including annual (vacation) personal sick and paid parental leave; and will be eligible for participation in a contributory defined benefit pension plan in which they are vested after ten years. State employees are eligible to participate in two supplemental retirement plans: the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan and the 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan. The State also offers a free mass transit benefit for local bus and express bus services.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online applications are STRONGLY preferred. Please upload a resume in addition to the on-line application. If the online application process is not available please send your paper application and supplemental questionnaire to TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.
If you have specific questions about recruitment email
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.