DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF LEGISLATIVE AFFAIRS (ADMINISTRATIVE PROGRAM MANAGER IV)

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 State’s 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 Maryland’s 47th Attorney General, Anthony G. Brown leads the Office with a critical focus on equity, justice, and fairness.\r\n

GRADE

22\r\n\r\n\r\nThis position offers a salary range of $97,972 - $138,146, with potential for advancement up to $152,528 based on qualifications, equity, and hiring guidelines. Initial salary offers are determined by qualifications, experience, and available budget, and typically do not exceed $138,146.\r\n

LOCATION OF POSITION

200 St. Paul Place\r\nBaltimore, MD 21202\r\n

Main Purpose of Job

The OAG seeks an exceptional Deputy Director of Legislative Affairs to serve under the strategic guidance of the Director of Legislative Affairs in advancing the OAG’s legislative and policy agenda. This high‑impact role sits at the intersection of law, policy, and public service and is ideal for an experienced legislative strategist who excels at translating complex policy into actionable strategy and building coalitions that deliver meaningful results. The Legislative Affairs Unit is housed within the Office of Equity, Policy & Engagement (OEPE), which was established to develop and implement strategies that combat systemic inequities and promote justice for all Marylanders.\r\n\r\nThe Deputy Director will serve as a trusted advisor and hands‑on leader during Maryland’s fast‑paced legislative session, a strategic thinker during the interim, and a skilled relationship‑builder throughout the year. The position is responsible for advocating before the Maryland General Assembly; shaping policy initiatives from concept to enactment; managing required legislative reporting; and serving as a key liaison between the OAG and Annapolis stakeholders. \r\n

POSITION DUTIES

Legislative Advocacy & Strategic Execution\r\n•\tRepresent the Attorney General before legislative committees through written and oral testimony.\r\n•\tTrack and analyze legislation, including amendments, fiscal notes, bill movement, and committee dynamics.\r\n•\tPrepare high‑level briefing materials, session trackers, priority bill summaries, and strategic recommendations for the Attorney General and Executive Leadership Team.\r\n•\tMonitor, communicate, and advance OAG’s budget priorities throughout Maryland’s budget process.\r\n•\tSynthesize post‑session outcomes and develop recommendations for future legislative efforts.\r\n\r\n\r\nPolicy Development & Interim Strategy\r\n•\tSupport development of OAG policy initiatives during the legislative interim, from research and stakeholder engagement through bill drafting and introduction.\r\n•\tLead or contribute to special projects assigned by the Attorney General or Director of Legislative Affairs.\r\n•\tIntegrate legislative strategy with work of OEPE.\r\n•\tAnticipate emerging issues and prepare internal and external partners for upcoming policy needs.\r\n\r\n\r\nCoalition Building & Stakeholder Relations\r\n•\tBuild and maintain strong working relationships with legislators, legislative staff, committee counsel, and agency partners.\r\n•\tCoordinate with legislative affairs offices across state government to advance shared priorities.\r\n•\tEngage advocacy organizations, external stakeholders, and community partners.\r\n•\tRepresent the OAG on interagency workgroups and legislative policy forums.\r\n\r\n\r\nReporting\r\n•\tPrepare the OAG’s annual legislative report, including updates on budget matters, statutory changes, and agency accomplishments.\r\n•\tManage mandated reports to the Department of Legislative Services, ensuring accuracy and timely submission.\r\n•\tCoordinate information gathering across divisions to support reporting and legislative analysis.\r\n\r\n\r\nHigh‑Level Support & Communication\r\n•\tDraft testimony, talking points, background materials, and executive‑level briefings.\r\n•\tPrepare clear, accurate, and concise policy analyses that distill complex issues into actionable insights.\r\n•\tProvide strategic recommendations to the Attorney General and senior leadership.\r\n•\tServe in a lead capacity during high‑volume periods when needed.\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

A master’s degree or J.D. is highly preferred. Candidates should have 7–10+ years of experience in state government relations, public policy, legislative affairs, or a related field, with strong preference for direct experience with the Maryland General Assembly. Successful candidates will demonstrate exceptional writing skills suitable for executive audiences (a writing sample will be required); deep knowledge of Maryland’s legislative process, budget dynamics, and policy landscape; strong analytical and strategic‑thinking abilities; and a proven record of developing and advancing policy through the full legislative cycle. The role requires excellent relationship‑building and coalition‑development skills, strong organizational abilities, sound judgment, and the capacity to work effectively under tight deadlines—particularly during legislative session. Comfort shifting between detailed drafting and high‑level strategy, familiarity with fiscal and legislative analysis, and experience coordinating multi‑stakeholder processes (including RACI‑type frameworks) are strongly preferred. A commitment to public service, equity, and the mission of the Office of the Attorney General is essential.\r\n

SELECTION PROCESS

Applicants who meet the minimum and selective 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 of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and answer all supplemental questions. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. 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).\r\n\r\n\r\nComplete 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. Please include complete dates of service, job title, and job duties. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.\r\n\r\n\r\nSuccessful 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.\r\n

BENEFITS

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS\r\n\r\n\r\nThe 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.\r\n

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 careers@oag.maryland.gov or fax to 443-681-1062.� �TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.\r\n\r\n\r\nIf you have specific questions about recruitment, email careers@oag.maryland.gov�\r\n\r\n\r\nThe 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.\r\n