Paralegal, Family Division
Supports court operations in the Family Division's Admin Office by reviewing various legal documents, including fee waivers, case files, and petitions
Reviews Special Immigration Juvenile Status files, foreign order enrollments, default requests, and name change petitions for minors
Conducts legal research, prepares memoranda, assists litigants with protective orders, processes substance abuse documents, and interacts with public
About the Company
Baltimore is the largest city in the U.S. state of Maryland, and the 29th-most populous city in the country. It was established by the Constitution of Maryland and is not part of any county; thus, it is the largest independent city in the United States. Baltimore has more public monuments than any other city per capita in the country and is home to some of the earliest National Register historic districts in the nation, including Fell's Point (1969), Federal Hill (1970) and Mount Vernon Place (1971). More than 65,000 properties, or roughly one in three buildings in the city, are listed on the National Register, more than any other city in the nation.
About the Job
The Circuit Court for Baltimore City is seeking a Paralegal for the Administrative Office in the Family Division.
Responsibilities
Fee Waiver review
Initial case file review
Review Special Immigration Juvenile Status files
Review Petitions to Enroll Foreign Order
Review Requests for Default
Review Petitions for Name Change of Minor
Ability to perform legal research and prepare legal memoranda
Assist litigants with filing temporary protective orders in absence of Family Services Coordinator
Assist Family Services Coordinator with processing substance abuse assessment and random drug testing documents
Interact directly with litigants requesting assistance via telephone calls or walk-ins
Perform such other tasks as requested by Associate Administrator, Court Administrator, Judge-in-Charge, and Administrative Judge
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in paralegal studies from an accredited college or university
OR three years’ experience as a paralegal
Extensive knowledge of family law and experience
Knowledge & Skills:
Ability to navigate Odyssey—Maryland Court electronic software program
Proficient in Microsoft Office
Proficient in Excel
Excellent interpersonal skills
Strong attention to detail
Extensive experience dealing with high conflict population
A plus if applicant has experience using DV Office software
HR Assistant II
Supports the Circuit Court's human resources functions, including recruitment, personnel policies, compensation, benefits, and the Workday system
Assists with job postings, application screening, interview scheduling, and preparing various HR-related documents and reports
Conducts exit interviews, maintains HR files, disseminates policy updates, and provides general administrative support, reporting to the HR Generalist II
About the Company
Baltimore is the largest city in the U.S. state of Maryland, and the 29th-most populous city in the country. It was established by the Constitution of Maryland and is not part of any county; thus, it is the largest independent city in the United States. Baltimore has more public monuments than any other city per capita in the country and is home to some of the earliest National Register historic districts in the nation, including Fell's Point (1969), Federal Hill (1970) and Mount Vernon Place (1971). More than 65,000 properties, or roughly one in three buildings in the city, are listed on the National Register, more than any other city in the nation.
About the Job
The Circuit Court for Baltimore City is seeking a dynamic individual for the Human Resources Assistant II position. The position will assist with the functional duties and responsibilities in recruitment, personnel policies and procedures, compensation, benefits, and management of the electronic Workday system. The incumbent will report to the Human Resources Generalist II.
Responsibilities
Assists in formulating and implementing administrative policies, practice procedures, and long-term goals of the Court
Performs confidential and special projects, research, and prepares reports and correspondence for approval by Human Resources Generalist II
Assists with advertising and posting of job vacancies, screening applications, notifying applicants, acknowledging receipt of applications/resumes, reviewing applications/resumes, and forwarding to appropriate departments for scheduling of interviews
Assists in preparing and processing human resources letters, memoranda, reports, forms, and documents for all aspects of the Human Resources Management Program
Assists in conducting exit interviews and ensures all necessary employment termination paperwork is completed to submit to Central Payroll (CP), DHR, and Employee Retirement Systems (ERS) divisions
Maintains human resources files following policies and procedures
Assists with updating and disseminating personnel policy changes and procedures to all Circuit Court employees
Exercises sound independent judgment in screening mail, telephone calls, and visitors
Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Associate of Arts degree from an accredited college or university
An equivalent combination of five (5) years of education and experience and two (2) years working in a confidential environment
Knowledge & Skills:
Ability to utilize the Workday electronic system
Ability to utilize Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Applications
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Have strong organizational skills with a keen ability to prioritize and multitask
Ability to adhere to and meet deadlines
Have strong administrative and data management skills
Ability to perform with a high degree of independence and discretion
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and use professionalism, tact, diplomacy, and competency in dealings with judges, attorneys, Court and professional personnel, etc.
AC, Project Finance
Directs and manages the Project Development section, overseeing loan program production and closings for all DHCD development projects
Conducts high-level financial analysis, underwrites development proposals, and coordinates loan activities with various city funding sources
Supervises staff (underwriters, compliance officers, etc.), provides technical assistance, and liaises with attorneys and funding agencies
About the Company
Baltimore is the largest city in the U.S. state of Maryland, and the 29th-most populous city in the country. It was established by the Constitution of Maryland and is not part of any county; thus, it is the largest independent city in the United States. Baltimore has more public monuments than any other city per capita in the country and is home to some of the earliest National Register historic districts in the nation, including Fell's Point (1969), Federal Hill (1970) and Mount Vernon Place (1971). More than 65,000 properties, or roughly one in three buildings in the city, are listed on the National Register, more than any other city in the nation.
The Baltimore City Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) was created in 1968 to consolidate local community development efforts with housing and building code enforcement. With over 400 employees, DHCD strengthens City neighborhoods by attracting investors, developers, and homebuyers. Through the administration of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Home funds, City bond funds, and other creative financing mechanisms, DHCD’s finances and guides strategic development projects to meet housing and neighborhood needs. To hold property owners accountable and keep neighborhoods safe, DHCD monitors construction and building activity and enforces the City's building, fire, zoning and related codes, as well as provides energy conservation services.
About the Job
The Assistant Commissioner of Project Finance within the Development Division is responsible for directing and managing the activities of the Project Development section relating to the coordination loan program production and loan closing for all DHCD development projects. Supervises staff engaged in compliance and inspection including evaluating the performance of, disciplining and recommending promotion, hiring and firing of such personnel. Work of this class involves managing real estate development officers, underwriters, project compliance officers, project coordinators, administrative staff and inspection personnel. The incumbent reports to the Deputy Commissioner of the Development division.
Responsibilities
Conducts detailed, high-level financial analysis; prepares development options and strategies, determines financial feasibility, as well as underwrites and assesses development proposals and develop recommendations
Coordinates loan program activities and loan closing for development projects with City funding, such as, Investment Partnerships Program (HOME), Affordable Housing Trust Funds (AHTF), Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Community Development BOND funds, Section 108, Rental Housing Production (RHP), Taxable Bonds, and Syndication of 9% and 4% Low Income Tax Credits
Evaluates the performance of staff (underwrites, project compliance officers, project coordinators, administrative staff and inspection personnel); disciplines and recommends the promotion, hiring and firing of such personnel
Provides technical assistance to staff on underwriting, development loan packaging and approval processes of loan transactions. Supervises the closing of all agreements associated with project pre-development, development and post-development funding and financing for new construction and/or renovation of residential multi-family and public facilities and other community development activities
Advises applicants on borrowing and development and assists them in the city development process
Establishes and maintains liaison with attorneys, funding agencies such as the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, State of Maryland, Baltimore Community Lending (BCL), and the City of Baltimore—Finance Department on specific transactions and projects
Develops procedures according to policies to ensure compliance with State, Federal and Local law; implements new financing techniques. Supervises the preparation of narrative statistical analysis, track reports for DHCD, the City, State and other entities
Meets with private industry developers and non-profit organizations to garner support for publicly funded developments
Participates in panel discussions on resale or reuse of City owned
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Master’s degree in business administration, Public Administration, Management, Law or related field from an accredited college or university
At least six (6) years of senior management, policy-driven operational responsibilities, including 3 years of experience managing homogeneous functions of subordinate supervisors is required
OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge & Skills:
Knowledge of the principles, practices and procedures of business and public administration
Knowledge of the principles and practices of financial analysis and of construction lending and underwriting
Knowledge of research techniques and methodologies
Knowledge of the principles and practices of real estate development
Knowledge of organizational structure, staffing patterns and administrative controls
Knowledge of general principles, practices and techniques of urban development, urban renewal, particularly those relating to acquisition, disposition and management of real property
Ability to synthesize data from a wide variety of sources and construct complex statistical reports
Ability to communicate effectively and to present research results orally and in writing
Ability to interpret, explain and implement Federal, State and private financial institutions’ policies pertaining to loans and development financing
Ability to plan, organize, direct the work of others and develop operational programs and procedures
Ability to speak and testify effectively before governmental and legal bodies and commissions and community and business groups
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with city officials, community and business groups
Ability to exercise judgment and discretion in applying and interpreting departmental policies, laws, rules, regulations and procedures
Ability to develop and install program procedures
Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information
Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, staff of other agencies and the general public
Skill in the analysis and evaluation of development proposals
Commissioner of Health
Oversees public health clinics & programs, addressing diseases, chronic conditions, and health disparities through prevention, treatment, and outreach
Leads public health emergency response, chairs key coalitions, and serves on various boards, shaping health policy and program development
Advises the Mayor as a Cabinet member and health expert, collaborating with agencies, testifying on health issues, and acting as spokesperson
About the Company
Baltimore is the largest city in the U.S. state of Maryland, and the 29th-most populous city in the country. It was established by the Constitution of Maryland and is not part of any county; thus, it is the largest independent city in the United States. Baltimore has more public monuments than any other city per capita in the country and is home to some of the earliest National Register historic districts in the nation, including Fell's Point (1969), Federal Hill (1970) and Mount Vernon Place (1971). More than 65,000 properties, or roughly one in three buildings in the city, are listed on the National Register, more than any other city in the nation.
The Baltimore City Health Department is the oldest, continuously-operating health department in the United States, formed in 1793 when the governor appointed the city’s first health officers in response to a yellow fever outbreak in the Fells Point neighborhood. During the more than 220 years since then, we’ve been working to improve the health and well-being of Baltimore residents. We strive to make Baltimore City a city where all residents realize their full health potential.
About the Job
Mayor Brandon Scott and the City of Baltimore seek their next Commissioner of Health. The Commissioner of Health leads the oldest continuously operating health department in the United States and provides essential leadership to make Baltimore a healthier and more equitable city for the benefit of all the city’s residents.
Responsibilities
Oversees two public health clinics for the treatment of HIV, Hepatitis C, TB, and other sexually transmitted infections; a diagnostic lab; HIV and STI prevention; immunizations; dental services; and acute and communicable disease monitoring and investigation
Serves as incident commander for public health emergencies, including emerging/infectious disease outbreaks such as COVID and MPX
Serves as chair of the Local Health Improvement Coalition (LHIC), a multisector stakeholder group charged with creating the City’s public health agenda
Serves as chair of the City’s Child Fatality Review (CFR) team, a multidisciplinary stakeholder group charged with making policy and programmatic recommendations to reduce child fatalities in Baltimore City
Serves as ex-officio chair of the board of the local behavioral health authority, Behavioral Health System Baltimore (BHSB)
Serves as a member on the board of the Baltimore Animal Rescue and Care Shelter (BARCS), Family League of Baltimore, Baltimore City Healthy Start, and Baltimore’s Promise, and as part of other advisory boards and commissions including the Postmortem Examiners Commission (PMEC) and Maryland Association of County Health Officers (MACHO)
Directs programs aimed at addressing health disparities, improving health outcomes for children, youth, and families, youth violence prevention, environmental health, substance use disorder, school health, and chronic disease prevention
Directs programs that deliver services to older adults, their families, and caregivers in the City of Baltimore
Plans, develops, and implements public health policies and programs, including the recommendation of new legislation and policy initiatives using a Health in All Policies approach
Provides expert testimony and guidance to other agencies, city council, state legislature, and federal delegation on a wide variety of public health issues
Serves as lead spokesperson on health issues with news media
Serves as a member of the Mayor’s Cabinet and as the lead health adviser to the Mayor
Co-chairs the Restitution Advisory Board and plays a central role in the city’s effort to reduce substance abuse and overdose
Leads production of a BCHD annual report
Serves as primary City liaison with the Maryland Department of Health, representing BCHD and the City
Serves as primary liaison with City-based healthcare facilities including hospitals, academic medical centers, federally qualified health centers, and MCOs
Qualifications
Education & Experience:
Educational requirements include a (1) MD or DO or (2) doctoral public health degree or (3) DRNP degree or (4) Master’s public health combined with a law, business, or nursing degree
Equivalent relevant education may be considered
A minimum of five years in a senior management role overseeing direct reports is essential, along with exceptional emotional intelligence, strong administrative, delegation, communication, project management, budgeting and grant writing skills
Government experience is preferred but not required
Knowledge & Skills:
Strong oral and written communication skills along with cultural humility and the ability to navigate complexity are essential
Comfort with being highly visible and actively engaging residents and local organizations
Experience managing program budgets and grants, leading teams with compassion, and delivering high-level presentations
Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically on public health issues