• Job Description

  Req#: 26-005483-0008

  Introduction

  The Maryland Public Service Commission’s Office of General Counsel (OGC) seeks a full-time Attorney to provide legal and policy advice to the Commission on a wide array of matters related to the regulation of electric, gas, transportation, telecommunications and other industries regulated by the Commission. About the Commission: The Commission regulates public service companies and ensures that their rates, terms, and conditions are just, reasonable, and transparent. The Commission acts to protect the safety of the public, ensure efficient and reliable delivery of public utility services, and encourage the conservation of natural resources and environmental preservation. The Commission serves the public interest through a commitment to professionalism, diversity, mutual respect, and ethical conduct. About the Office of General Counsel: OGC provides legal advice and assistance to the Commission on questions concerning the jurisdiction, rights, duties and powers of the Commission, defends Commission orders in court in appellate litigation, represents the Commission in federal and state administrative proceedings, and initiates and defends other legal actions on the Commission’s behalf as needed. This is a Management Service position, and serves at the pleasure of the Appointing Authority. ('The Commission')

  GRADE

  24

  LOCATION OF POSITION

  Public Service Commission 6 Saint Paul Street Baltimore, MD

  POSITION DUTIES

  ● Provide analysis, advice and support to the Commission on matters pending before it and on matters before other State and federal regulatory agencies; ● Review, evaluate and provide analysis of applications, transactional documents, testimony and pleadings submitted to the Commission; ● Prepare draft Commission orders; ● Provide oral and written briefings on matters of interest to the Commission; ● Litigate cases in State and federal courts, including handling appeals of Commission orders; and ● Prepare draft protests and comments, and participate in hearings and settlement negotiations supporting Commission positions in FERC proceedings addressing wholesale electric and natural gas issues. Excellent writing, verbal, and communications skills are required to perform the duties of this position.

  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

  Educaton: Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA-accredited law school. Experience:Fve years of legal experience, with prior experience in energy regulation preferred, such as practice before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC).

  DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  ● Experience in utility regulation or other administrative law matters, including practice before state or federal regulatory utility commissions; ● Litigation experience practicing before FERC or experience working for this agency; ● Trial or appellate litigation experience in state or federal courts; ● Practical knowledge of State personnel law and the State procurement process; ● A background in economics, business, accounting, environmental law or engineering; and ● Proficiency with legal research tools such as Westlaw and Lexis, and Microsoft Word.

  LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

  1. Candidates must be a member of the Maryland Bar. 2. Candidates must possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.

  SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  Candidates must have a valid authorization to work in the U.S.

  BENEFITS

  Benefits include paid holidays, vacation/sick/personal days, medical and dental insurance, pension plan, supplemental retirement plans, employee credit union and direct deposit. Further discussion of benefits available to employees of the Executive Branch of Maryland State government is provided here.

  FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

  To apply: Please submit a cover letter, resume, writing sample, law school transcript, and evidence of admission and good standing in the Maryland Bar to: kimberlys.parker@maryland.gov. Please include in your subject line “Associate General Counsel Application.” This position provides an exciting opportunity to join an accomplished and collegial legal team in providing legal and policy advice to the Commission on diverse regulatory issues. We look forward to reviewing your application.

• About the company

  Maryland is on the path to becoming the best state in the nation. Referred to as “America in Miniature”, Maryland embodies the very spirit of the United States. Maryland is home to ethnic groups of every origin, just about every natural feature, and much like our country, opportunity!

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