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ATTORNEY POSITIONS

 

The Maryland Office of the Public Defender is currently searching for passionate and dedicated attorneys to serve as Assistant Public Defenders. You must be a licensed attorney to practice as an Assistant Public Defender in the state of Maryland. Our Fall and Spring Classes are for entry-level attorneys.

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During the hiring process, applicants indicate which jurisdictions they are interested in being considered for. Final placement is determined by the needs of the agency at the time of hiring.

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Listed below are the positions we are currently hiring for. Please click the links for each position to learn more about the responsibilities and qualifications needed for that position.  If you have any questions concerning any openings, please email us at opd-jobd.law@maryland.gov.

Job Title
Location
Deadline for Application
Prince George's County
August 01, 2024
Prince George's County
August 01, 2024
Baltimore City
July 25, 2024
Baltimore City
Open Until Filled
Montgomery County and Prince George's County
Open Until Filled
Anne Arundel County, Charles County, Calvert County, St. Mary's County
Open Until Filled
Caroline County, Cecil County, Dorchester County, Kent County, Queen Anne's County, Somerset County, Talbot County, Wicomico County, and Worcester County
Open Until Filled
Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Howard County, Carroll County, Harford County
Open Until Filled
Statewide
Open Until Filled
Dorchester, Somerset, Wicomico, Worcester Counties
July 19, 2024
Baltimore City
July 19, 2024
Anne Arundel County
July 19, 2024
Baltimore County
July 24, 2024
Baltimore City
Open Until Filled
Statewide Positions
November 11, 2024
Statewide Positions
May 02, 2025
Baltimore City
August 01, 2024

Assistant Public Defenders are full-time employees and cannot engage in the private practice of law while in this position. MD Code, Criminal Procedure Art., Section 16-203(d)(2).

 

As a State agency, the Maryland Office of the Public Defender (MOPD) is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. MOPD is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, physical or mental disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. 

 

All applicants must be able to communicate with clients and visitors and possess the ability to complete tasks in a fast-paced work environment.  Applicants must be able to work in various positions and travel to various courtrooms and office environments throughout the state. MOPD is further committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities by modifying or adjusting the job application process or the job or work environment to make reasonable accommodations to the known applicant or employee to enable the applicant or employee be considered for the position they desire; to perform the essential functions of the position in question; or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment as are enjoyed by other similarly situated employees without disabilities, unless the accommodation imposes an undue hardship. 

 

Applicants must be able to operate a computer and other office equipment. Applicants must have access to a motor vehicle or be able to navigate public transportation. If a reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Tawanda Jackson, Human Resources Supervisor, at 410-767-8503 or tawandal.jackson@maryland.gov.

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