Conviction Integrity Unit CIP Prosecutor

The Office is seeking an Assistant State’s Attorney to work in the Conviction Integrity Unit at 120 E. Baltimore Street.  The Conviction Integrity Unit (CIU) is comprised of sub-units including a Conviction Integrity Program (CIP) sub-unit.

$83,530 - $133,471

Job Description:  The objective of the CIU is to handle a vast range of post-trial matters including, but not limited to, violations of probation, expungements, Gibson hearings, petitions for writ of actual innocence, and other post-trial matters.  This position is non-supervisory. Required duties will include, but are not limited to:

• preparing and handling certain post-trial matters on the collateral dockets of all thirty-five circuit court judges
• identifying and obtaining relevant materials to handle collateral cases
• contacting victims and witnesses as needed
• preparing written post-trial responses
• engaging in peer-to-peer case reviews
• attending regular CIU staff meetings
• conducting legal research

Requirements: Candidate must possess a juris doctor degree and be currently licensed to practice law in the State of Maryland.  The ideal candidate will be highly organized, a team player and possess the ability to work independently in a high-pressure environment.   Prior felony criminal jury trial experience is preferred. 

This is a full-time hybrid position.  This position is a local government public service position which may qualify for Federal Student Aid Public Service Loan Forgiveness. 

Comprehensive benefits package: full range of health insurance provider options, vision insurance, dental insurance, deferred compensation option, life insurance, 10+ paid holidays per year, vacation leave, sick leave, and personal leave.  The selected candidate will be required to submit to a criminal background check before starting employment.