Legal Assistant – Department of the County Attorney

Business: Carroll County Government

Location: Westminster

FULL TIME • PERMANENT

Business Product/Service: Local Government

Business Address:
225 N Center Street
Westminster, Maryland 21157

Phone: (410) 386-2129

Contact Name: Suzanne Schreuer
Title: Administrative Technician
Email: sschreuer@carrollcountymd.gov
Website: https://jobcenter.carrollcountymd.gov/

Job Description

Legal Assistant
Information
Pay Range (Grade): $23.78 – $41.61 (H400)
Other Compensation Offered: Overtime, Compensatory Time
Employment Type: Full-Time, 40 hours per week
Organization: County Attorney – County Attorney
Location: County Office Building
Reports to: County Attorney
Classification: Non-Exempt (40816)
Who We Are
At Carroll County Government, we look for people who are eager to engage in meaningful work that positively impacts our community. As public servants, our sense of purpose and motivation to work hard starts with the value we place on relationships with coworkers, community partners, and those we serve. We strive to build collaborative and passionate teams, with opportunities to learn and explore new possibilities in a welcoming workplace. As a team, we are committed, inspired, and connected to make a difference in the community.
What You Will Do
As a Legal Assistant in the Department of the County Attorney, you will perform a variety of paralegal and administrative duties. Working under the direction of the County Attorney, you will apply your skills to assist in Department operations. The work you do will support the protection of the County’s legal interests and integrity.
Essential Duties
• Greet and engage with visitors and employees in a professional and courteous manner. Serve as a point of contact for County agencies and citizens.
• Provide paralegal and administrative support for the Department and relevant Committees, Boards, Commissions, assignments, and projects.
• Prepare general and confidential correspondence, legal documents, and other materials. Correspond with attorneys and courts under the supervision of the County Attorney.
• Establish, organize, and assure maintenance of paper and computer records management/ file systems.
• Calculate acreage and invoices. Maintain accurate records for collections payments.
• Assist in the maintenance of the law library and update legal publications.
• Maintain the County’s Public Information Act (PIA) database and ensure appropriate departments receive PIA requests in a timely manner.
• Ensure all work is complete and timely to support department goals. Evaluate feedback and procedures to improve efficiency.
• Invite collaboration and seek learning opportunities. Proactively assist peers to create a supportive work environment.
• Exhibit integrity, ethics, and fiscal responsibility.
How You Will Succeed
Your Skills
• Microsoft Office Suite (Intermediate)
• Filing and Organizational Systems (Intermediate)
• Mathematics (Introductory)
• Legal Procedures (Introductory)
• Legal Terminology (Introductory)
Your Strengths
• Service Excellence
• Decision Making
• Collaborating with Others
• Attention to Detail
• Digital Literacy
• Professionalism
• Information Management
• Planning and Organizing
• Writing Skills
You Might Be a Good Fit If
Education and Experience
• Associate degree or two years of college in a related field
• Two or more years of related experience
• A comparable amount of education and experience may be substituted for the minimum requirement.
Additional Information
• Requires criminal background check as condition of employment.
• May require completion of a basic computer skills assessment.
Why You Will Love Working Here
All the Benefits You Need
Carroll County Government is dedicated to fostering a culture focused on the total well-being of our employees. For eligible employees, this includes:
• Generous paid time off
• 13 Paid Holidays
• Flexible schedules and remote options, when applicable
• Comprehensive, no deductible medical plans including prescription and vision coverage, low-cost dental plan, and County paid basic life insurance.
• Pension, 401k, and 457 Retirement Accounts
• Up to $9,000 in Tuition Assistance per fiscal year
Find out more here: Carroll County Government | Carroll County, Maryland (carrollcountymd.gov)
Carroll County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The County Commissioners of Carroll County recognize the rights of all people, including County employees, to equal opportunity. Discrimination against County employees on the basis of race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability is strictly prohibited. The Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles I and II, applies to County government employment. If you have questions, suggestions, or complaints, please contact Kristy L. Bixler, Director, Human Resources and Carroll County Government Americans with Disabilities Coordinator for Employment, at the Department of Human Resources (410-386-2129) or Md. Relay 711/800-735-2258. The mailing address is 225 North Center Street, Westminster, Maryland 21157.
Questions or need assistance? Please contact us at careers@carrollcountymd.gov, via telephone at 410-386-2129 or stop by our office at 225 N. Center Street, Room 100, Westminster, MD 21157 during normal business hours.
Disclaimer: This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.

Job Requirements

You Might Be a Good Fit If
Education and Experience
• Associate degree or two years of college in a related field
• Two or more years of related experience
• A comparable amount of education and experience may be substituted for the minimum requirement.
Additional Information
• Requires criminal background check as condition of employment.
• May require completion of a basic computer skills assessment.

Other Job Requirements
Driver’s License, AA Degree

Wages per hour: $23.78 – $41.61 per hour
Number of openings: 1
Overtime: NO
Benefits: YES
Generous paid time off • 13 Paid Holidays • Flexible schedules and remote options, when applicable • Comprehensive, no deductible medical plans including prescription and vision coverage, low-cost dental plan, and County paid basic life insurance. • Pension, 401k, and 457 Retirement Accounts • Up to $9,000 in Tuition Assistance per fiscal year

Days of Work:
MONDAY Hours are typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.  TUESDAY Hours are typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.  WEDNESDAY Hours are typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.  THURSDAY Hours are typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.  FRIDAY Hours are typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.
Shift:

How to Apply: https://jobcenter.carrollcountymd.gov/
Willing to Train: YES
Experience Required: YES
Experience in Months:
Minimum Age: 21 & over
Closing Date: 12/26/2025