Introduction
The Attorney General is the chief legal officer of the State of Maryland. The Office of the Attorney General (OAG) has the general charge, supervision, and direction of the State's legal business, acting as legal advisors and representatives of the major agencies, various boards, commissions, officials, and institutions of State Government. The OAG also protects the public by civil enforcement of antitrust, civil rights, consumer protection, and securities laws and regulations and by the prosecution of organized crime, Medicaid fraud, environmental crimes, insurance fraud, state tax evasion, and other statutorily assigned matters. As Maryland's 47th Attorney General, Anthony G. Brown leads the Office with a critical focus on equity, justice, and fairness.
GRADE
17
This position offers a salary range of $70,743 - $99,889, with potential for advancement up to $110,288 based on qualifications, equity, and hiring guidelines. Initial salary offers are determined by qualifications, experience, and available budget, and typically do not exceed $99,889.
LOCATION OF POSITION
Office of the Attorney General
Consumer Protection Division
Opioids Unit
200 Saint Paul Place
Baltimore, MD 21202
Main Purpose of Job
The OAG’s Consumer Protection Division is seeking an experienced and motivated Investigator to provide direct support to the Assistant Attorneys General in the Consumer Protection Division’s enforcement and registration units. These units enforce the Consumer Protection Act and related statutes addressing unfair, abusive, or deceptive trade practices in connection with the offer and sale of consumer goods, services, and credit. The Investigator will support the Opioids Enforcement Unit and will also assist with other investigations across the Division. The Opioids Enforcement Unit focuses on investigating and supporting enforcement actions related to the manufacture, distribution, and marketing of opioid products, as well as monitoring compliance with opioid-related settlements.
The Investigator will work with the Division’s Chief Investigator, Opioids Enforcement Unit’s Assistant Attorneys General and Unit Chief, and other Division attorneys, investigators, and staff. This position will play a key role in supporting attorneys in enforcement proceedings and consumer protection matters. This position provides an opportunity to work on impactful cases to protect Marylanders.
POSITION DUTIES
Key Responsibilities:
• Obtain, compile, and maintain evidence;
• Interview and take statements from consumers and other witnesses;
• Serve subpoenas and other documents;
• Find documentary evidence, including through electronic sources of data;
• Review, analyze, and report upon information or evidence uncovered or obtained during investigations;
• Draft investigative reports, affidavits, and other necessary documents for enforcement proceedings;
• Prepare and organize exhibits;
• Testify in enforcement proceedings.
This role requires excellent analytical skills, keen attention to detail, the ability to handle multiple complex investigations, and the capacity to manage confidential or sensitive information with discretion and good judgment.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience: Five years of administrative staff or professional work.
Notes:
1. Candidates may substitute 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to four years of the required experience.
2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and one year of experience in administrative staff or professional work for the required experience.
3. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master's degree from an accredited college or university for the required experience.
4. Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a commissioned officer involving staff work related to the administration of rules, regulations, policy, procedures and processes, or overseeing or coordinating unit operations or functioning as a staff assistant to a higher ranking commissioned officer on a year-for- year basis for the required experience.
DESIRED OR PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate will possess:
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of three years of experience in investigative work, criminal or civil investigations, regulatory compliance, paralegal practice, or a closely related field.
• Knowledge conducting complex investigations involving healthcare providers, pharmaceutical manufacturers, distributors, or other entities subject to state or federal regulation is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of issues related to opioid distribution, prescription drug monitoring, or public health enforcement is a plus.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and database systems; familiarity with digital evidence management or research software.
LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS
Employees in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator's license valid in the State of Maryland.
SELECTION PROCESS
Applicants who meet the minimum and selective qualifications will be included in further evaluation. The evaluation may be a rating of your application based on your education, training and experience as they relate to the requirements of the position. Therefore, it is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and answer all supplemental questions. Please report all related education, experience, dates and hours of work. Clearly indicate your college degree and major on your application, if applicable. For education obtained outside the U.S., any job offer will be contingent on the candidate providing an evaluation for equivalency by a foreign credential evaluation service prior to starting employment (and may be requested prior to interview).
Complete applications must be submitted by the closing date. Information submitted after this date will not be added. Incorrect/incomplete application forms will not be accepted. Please include employment dates, job title(s), and job functions. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list for at least one year. Candidates may remain on the certified eligible list for a period of at least one year. The resulting certified eligible list for this recruitment may be used for similar positions in this or other State agencies.
BENEFITS
The successful candidate will be eligible for subsidized health benefits (medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage) and life insurance; leave, including annual (vacation), personal, sick, and paid parental leave; and will be eligible for participation in a contributory defined benefit pension plan in which they are vested after ten years. State employees are eligible to participate in two supplemental retirement plans: the 457 Deferred Compensation Plan and the 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan. The State also offers a free mass transit benefit for local bus and express bus services.
FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS
Online applications are STRONGLY preferred. Please upload a resume in addition to the on-line application. If the online application process is not available, please send your paper application and supplemental questionnaire to careers@oag.maryland.gov or fax to 443-681-1062. TTY Users: call via Maryland Relay.
If you have specific questions about recruitment, email careers@oag.maryland.gov
The Office of the Attorney General is an equal opportunity employer that encourages all interested persons to apply regardless of race, color, religion or belief, ancestry, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, disability, pregnancy, family or parental status, veteran status, genetic information, or any protected category prohibited by local, State or federal laws.
