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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 legal business of the State, acting as legal advisors and representatives of the major agencies, various boards, commissions, officials and institutions of State Government. As Maryland’s 47th Attorney General, Anthony G. Brown, leads the Office with a key focus on equity, justice, and fairness.
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.
The Office of the Attorney General views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving professional excellence and fostering and maintaining a culture where every employee can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the best pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values. We honor, respect, and celebrate all differences, both visible and invisible, and are committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting individuals who have historically been underrepresented in the practice of law and professional careers.
GRADE
22
LOCATION OF POSITION
Office of the Attorney General
200 St. Paul Place
Baltimore, Maryland 21202
Main Purpose of Job
OAG is seeking applicants for a position of Deputy Chief Investigator in the Independent Investigations Division. The Division was created by the legislature in 2021 to investigate all officer-involved fatalities in the State of Maryland. Beginning October 1, 2023, the Division will have the authority to prosecute such cases as well .
POSITION DUTIES
This position will be one of two deputies assisting the Chief Investigator with oversight of the Division’s investigators and will have a critical role in implementing the policies and protocols of the Division. Working closely with the Chief of the Independent Investigations Unit and Assistant Attorneys General in the Division, this position will help coordinate the Division’s response to qualifying incidents in conjunction with the Maryland State Police and local law enforcement agencies, as well as oversee the subsequent investigation. Additionally, this position will ensure that the Division’s standards and protocols are met with the use of sound investigative measures, that evidence is obtained and preserved appropriately, and that all available information is objectively reviewed.
The Deputy Chief Investigator will carry a robust caseload and should expect to engage in hands-on investigative work, and will be required to work on an on-call basis, outside of normal business hours and to travel throughout the State.
This position will be required to work on an on-call basis, outside of normal business hours and to travel throughout the State.
Minimum Qualifications
EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
A minimum of ten years of investigative experience conducting criminal and/or internal affairs investigations to include felony violent crime and/or homicide investigations. Candidates with experience in law enforcement administrative and/or criminal investigations, public corruption, and/or misconduct investigations may include that experience.
Experience with high-profile or sensitive investigations is essential, along with excellent writing and investigative skills. Supervisory experience is preferred.
Desired Or Preferred Qualifications
Supervisory experience is preferred.
SELECTION PROCESS
Please make sure that you provide sufficient and complete 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. Incomplete applications will not be accepted. We will not consider information submitted after this date. Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible (employment) list for at least one year.
Benefits
STATE OF MARYLAND 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. For consideration, a cover letter and resume is required to be uploaded before submitting your application. Note: Upload resume under “RESUME” tab and cover letter under the “OTHER” tab.
If the online application is not available, please send your paper application and supplemental questionnaire, resume, and cover letter to: Yolanda Colkley, Fair Practices Officer 200 St. Paul Place Baltimore, MD 21202 or fax to 410 576-6447.
If you have specific questions about recruitment, please call 410-576-6440 or email [email protected]
TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay 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.
