UI LEGAL OFFICER II

Introduction

\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe Maryland Department of Labor, Division of Unemployment Insurance, is seeking qualified and motivated individuals to fill the full-time, permanent position of Unemployment Insurance Legal Officer II. This position will serve as a staff attorney within the Unemployment Insurance Legal Services & Collection Unit.�This recruitment will be used to fill current and future vacancies within the Division. An eligible list of candidates will be maintained for one year following the closing date of the announcement.\r\n\r\n\r\nThe Unemployment Insurance Legal Officer II plays a vital role in assisting Marylanders as they navigate the state's unemployment insurance system. The position helps ensure that claims, legal matters, and disputes are handled fairly, accurately, and in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and established procedures. Through legal guidance and support, this role contributes to the effective administration of unemployment insurance services and helps protect the rights of individuals involved in the process.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe Maryland Department of Labor is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce. Spanish-speaking candidate�are strongly encouraged to apply.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

GRADE

STD0021

Main Purpose of Job

The primary purpose of the position is to advocate on behalf of the Unemployment Insurance Division as an attorney at various State Circuit and District Courts, U.S. Bankruptcy Courts, and administrative hearings (UI tax appeals) before the Lower Appeals Division and the Board of Appeals within the Maryland Department of Labor.\r\n

POSITION DUTIES

The position duties including, but are not limited to: 1) litigation in court to collect unpaid unemployment\r\ninsurance taxes from employers throughout the State; 2) litigation in court to collect improperly paid\r\nunemployment benefits received by individual claimants; 3) to advocate for the Agency’s position in\r\nadministrative appeal hearings before the Lower Appeals Division and the Board of Appeals; 4) to review\r\nand process Public Information Act requests and subpoenas received by UI while adhering to\r\nconfidentiality laws and regulations; 5) to author and issue review determination decisions on covered\r\nemployment, on assessments, etc.; 6) to perform legal research, assistance, and advice to the Policy\r\nUnit and Contributions Division on a variety of legal and tax issues. This position reports directly to the\r\nChief of Legal Services & Collection.\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:���A Juris Doctor degree or equivalent degree from an accredited school of law.\r\nExperience: Two years of experience in the practice of law. This experience must have required the appearance in court on behalf of clients or have involved the interpretation or enforcement of the Maryland Unemployment Insurance law.\r\nNote:�Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer in General Attorney classifications or General Attorney specialty codes in the Legal and Kindred field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required education.\r\n

SELECTIVE QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must meet the selective qualification(s) to be considered.�Include clear and specific information on your application regarding�your qualifications.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n Candidates must be members of the Maryland Bar.�\r\n Candidates must be admitted to or eligible for admission to the Federal Bar.\r\n Candidates must possess a Certificate of Good Standing from the Maryland Court of Appeals.�\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference will be given to applicants�who possess the following preferred qualification(s).�Include clear and specific information on your application regarding�your qualifications.\r\n\r\n Candidate will have prior experience in litigation that involves collection and/or writing legal briefs or legal memos.��\r\n Experience and possess strong attention to detail, strong verbal and written communication skills�\r\n Experience working with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word) and Google applications (Gmail, Google Docs, etc.)\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

1. Candidates must be a member of the Maryland Bar.\r\n2. Candidates must be admitted to or eligible for admission to the Federal Bar.\r\n3. Candidates must possess a Certificate of Good Standing from the Maryland�Court of Appeals.\r\n4. Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the�operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland�before completion of the probation period.\r\n

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Personnel employed in this classification will have access to federal tax information and must\r\nundergo a state and FBI criminal background check as a condition of employment.�\r\n\r\n\r\nAll candidates are subject to a background check against files maintained by the Division\r\nof Unemployment Insurance (MD Labor/DUI) to determine whether any monies are owed to MD\r\nLabor/DUI as a result of unemployment insurance overpayment/fraud. Any unpaid debt may have an\r\nimpact on whether or not a candidate is offered employment.�\r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

\r\nPlease make sure that you provide sufficient information on your application to show that you meet the\r\nqualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by\r\nthe closing date. We will not consider information submitted after this date.�Successful candidates will\r\nbe ranked as Best Qualified, Better Qualified, or Qualified and placed on the eligible (employment) list\r\nfor at least one year.\r\n\r\n\r\nResumes are acceptable as additional information only, however, the application must be completed in\r\nits entirety or it will be subject to rejection.��\r\n\r\n\r\nAll information concerning the qualifications, including any required documentation (diploma, transcript,\r\ncertificate, etc.) must be submitted and received by the closing date. Information submitted after this\r\ndate will not be considered.��\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nFor positions that require Bachelor/Master Degree etc:�\r\nEducational credentials from foreign countries must be evaluated by an approved education review\r\nservice. This evaluation must be submitted prior to hire. For further information, you may call\r\nInternational Consultants of Delaware, Inc. (302) 737-8715 or World Education Services Inc. 1-800-932-\r\n3897 or (202) 331-2925.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

EXAMINATION PROCESS

The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the\r\nrequirements of the position. It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your\r\napplication. Please report all experience and education that is related to this position.\r\n***Please note that your answers on the supplemental questionnaire must correspond to the\r\ninformation provided on your application to receive credit.\r\n

BENEFITS

This is a full-time, permanent position and eligible for full State benefits, which include:\r\n\r\n● Flexible hours and hybrid teleworking�\r\n● Paid holidays 12-13 per year�\r\n● Generous paid leave package (annual, sick, personal and compensatory leave)�\r\n● State Pension ('defined benefit' plan)�\r\n● Tax-deferred supplemental retirement savings plans (401(k) and 457)\r\n● Comprehensive, subsidized health, dental and prescription plans with little to no deductibles, free\r\ngeneric prescriptions, and free preventative health services�\r\n● Flexible Spending Account plans for Health Care and Daycare�\r\n● State Employees Credit Union�\r\n\r\n

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

U.S. Military Veterans may qualify for additional bonus points towards certification. Any job offer will be\r\ncontingent on the candidate providing a U.S. Military form DD 214 verifying honorable discharge from\r\nservice prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview). Permanent State\r\nemployees do not need to submit proof of Veterans’ status.\r\nIf you are unable to apply online, or encounter difficulty attaching required or optional documentation,\r\nyou may submit via email to felicia.ransome@maryland.gov. Please be sure to include your name,\r\nidentification number (Easy ID#) and job announcement number on any documentation to ensure timely\r\nprocessing.\r\n\r\nPLEASE DO NOT FAX OR EMAIL UNSOLICITED DOCUMENTATION\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nCompleted applications, required documentation, and any required addendums may be mailed to:��\r\n\r\n\r\nDepartment of Labor�Office of Human Resources��\r\nAttn: 26-005268-0001/ (UI Legal Officer II/CW)�\r\n100 S. Charles Street\r\nBaltimore, MD 21201��\r\n\r\n\r\nThe MD State Application Form can be found online\r\nMaryland Department of Labor is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of MDOL that all\r\npersons have equal opportunity and access to employment opportunities, services, and facilities without\r\nregard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, marital status, parental status,\r\nsexual orientation, disability or veteran status.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n