Attorney and Staff Employment Positions

Attorney Positions

We are currently accepting resumes for Attorney Positions.

Resume and Cover Letter Submission:
Guadalupe Mancia, guadalupe.mancia@montgomerycountymd.gov
(240) 777-7357

Support Staff Positions

We are currently accepting resumes for Staff Positions.

Resume and Cover Letter Submission:
Lisa Russo, lisa.russo@montgomerycountymd.gov
(240) 777-7407

Assistant State’s Attorney Position Descriptions

Assistant State’s Attorney: This entry level positions is assigned to the District Court Division and responsible for screening potential cases, producing discovery for defense counsel prior to scheduled court proceedings, and preparing appropriate cases for trial. Case preparation includes contacting, interviewing and preparing victims and witnesses for court appearances, being prepared to argue evidentiary motions and making plea offers when appropriate. Employees will handle bonds, evidentiary hearings, motions, trials and sentencings; draft routine pleadings; and communicate appropriate information with the citizens of Montgomery County.
Starting Salary at $80,000.


Lateral Assistant State’s Attorney: This position may be assigned to different specialized divisions within the Office. Starting Salary is Negotiable based on experience.
Both positions are Full Time with Montgomery County Government Benefits.
Minimum Requirements: Candidates must have graduated from an accredited law school and be admitted to the Maryland State Bar.

Our Mission

Our mission is to serve the public interest through fair and honest administration of justice by exercising responsibilities to: prosecute criminal violations in Montgomery County; educate the public on criminal justice issues; train lawyers for future service; address inequality and promote fairness in the criminal justice system; insure access to the criminal justice system; promote professional relations with judges and attorneys; and further the efficient use of criminal justice resources.
The prosecutors who work in this Office are here to serve the public, and seek justice in an aggressive and fair manner on behalf of the victims of crime.


Staff Position Descriptions

VICTIM SPECIALIST (BILINGUAL)
The State’s Attorney’s Office is looking for a full-time bilingual Victim Specialist who is fluent in both Spanish and English and possesses oral and written skills in both languages. The Victim Specialist is responsible for sending victim notification in accordance with State Victims’ Right’s laws, contacting victims when needed, translating document in Spanish, and maintaining statistics on services provided to victims. 

This is a 1-year grant position with the likelihood of renewal/becoming permanent.
This position offers full county benefits.
Starting salary is $51,951.
Grade 16

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Use computer programs to build and track cases, and scan in reports
  • Contact victims to obtain their contact information and enter information to PBK
  • Generate notifications and send out information packets to victims in English and Spanish
  • Receive and process returned mail
  • File certificate of compliance and Crime Victim Notification Request Forms via MDEC
  • Interpret orally during meetings and translate written documents from Spanish to English when needed
  • Process and disseminate parking validation tickets to witnesses when needed
  • Maintain unit statistics
  • Other duties as assigned
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
  • Fluent in Spanish & English
  • High school diploma, or equivalent; Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • Experienced in Microsoft Office
  • Experienced in conducting administrative tasks
  • Good organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to multi-task
For consideration, submit resume by 3/15/2024 to:
Dolores.Briceno@montgomerycountymd.gov
The interview process will be conducted in two phases. Candidates will first be given an oral and written translation test followed by a personal interview.

VICTIM/WITNESS COORDINATOR (BILINGUAL)
The State’s Attorney’s Office is looking for a full-time bilingual Victim Witness Coordinator who is fluent in both Spanish and English and possesses oral and written skills in both languages. Victim/Witness Coordinators work closely with attorneys to arrange and maintain victim/witness contact throughout the course of a criminal case.  They are responsible for victim notification in accordance with State Victims’ Right’s laws, and maintaining statistics on services provided to victims.

This is a 2-year grant position with the likelihood of renewal/becoming permanent.
This position is a non-merit position with benefits.
Minimum Salary: $61,041

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Communicate case activity to victims and witnesses
  • Serve as liaison for attorneys
  • Schedule and attend pre-trial conferences with attorneys and witnesses
  • Coordinate scheduled trial appearance for witnesses
  • Coordinate travel arrangements for victims/witnesses
  • Accompany victims during testimony when needed
  • Perform oral and written translation in Spanish
  • Communicate with and make referrals to other agencies as necessary
  • Use computer programs to track and monitor cases as well as generate notifications and court documents
  • File court documents
  • Maintain statistics
  • Other duties as assigned
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
  • Fluent in Spanish & English
  • BA or BS degree, preferably in related field, or equivalent work experience
  • Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to be a team player
  • Ability to work flexible hours
  • Familiarity with criminal law practice considered
  • Prior experience working with crime victims or in human services field helpful

For consideration, submit resume by 3/15/2024 to:
Dolores.Briceno@montgomerycountymd.gov The interview process will be conducted in two phases. Candidates will first be given an oral and written translation test followed by a personal interview.


The State's Attorney's Office for Montgomery County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and receives resumes on a continuing basis. Resumes should be submitted by anyone interested in employment with the Office. Resumes are retained for one year.