Careers

Mental Health Court Prosecutor

The Circuit Court Mental Health Court (CCMHC) is seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Assistant State’s Attorney (ASA) to join its specialized problem‑solving court team. CCMHC addresses the complex challenges presented by defendants living with mental illness and operates with a multidisciplinary group that includes the presiding Judge, ASA, Assistant Public Defender (APD), Court Clinician, Probation Agents, and a Court Coordinator.

This position plays a critical role in ensuring public safety while supporting initiatives that prioritize treatment, accountability, and long‑term stability for justice‑involved individuals with mental health needs.

RESPONSIBILITES

  • Represent the State in the CCMHC probation docket;
  • Monitor and litigate competency matters;
  • Handle Not Criminally Responsible (NCR) pleas and assist in NCR trials;
  • Represent the State in hospital releases hearings through the Office of Administrative Hearings or by jury trials;
  • Support other ASAs and staff on mental‑health‑related legal and procedural issues;
  • Provide updates and communication to victims;
  • Meet and collaborate with Maryland Department of Health clinicians, including doctors, psychologists, and social workers;
  • Participate in legislative matters related to mental health and justice‑system policy.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • J.D. from an accredited law school and admission to practice in Maryland;
  • Significant felony trial experience;
  • Adept in Constitutional Law and Criminal Law and Procedure;
  • Strong legal analysis, decision‑making ability, and professional judgment.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
  • Strong motivational, interpersonal, organizational, and time‑management skills
  • Ability to work effectively with diverse individuals and resolve issues professionally.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration in multidisciplinary settings
  • Commitment to restorative justice and problem-solving court principles
  • Prior MHC or problem-solving court experience preferred

Applicant is required to pass a criminal background investigation, which includes fingerprinting.

Compensation: Starting salary is $81,097-$129,584 commensurate with experience. Compensation also includes competitive benefits package. 

How to apply: Interested candidates should email a cover letter and resume to resume@stattorney.org with “MHC prosecutor” in the subject line. Documents must be submitted in PDF or Word format.

THE OFFICE OF THE STATE’S ATTORNEY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER