State of Maryland
PUBLIC UTILITY LAW JUDGE II PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION
State of Maryland, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
Grade
23
Location of Position 6 St. Paul Street Baltimore, MD 21202
Position Duties A Public Utility Law Judge II of the Public Service Commission (PSC) has a full performance level of conducting quasi‑judicial hearings, formal cases, and rendering decisions on behalf of the PSC.
Employees in this classification do not supervise other positions and receive general supervision from the Chief Public Utility Law Judge.
The work requires statewide travel to conduct hearings.
Minimum Qualifications Education:
A Juris Doctor degree or equivalent from an accredited law school.
Experience:
Five years of experience in the practice of law.
Within the past seven years, a minimum of five years of experience presenting evidence, examining witnesses, and submitting written briefs in contested evidentiary hearings before a quasi‑judicial body or trial court; or preparing proposed decisions for a trial court or quasi‑judicial body.
Candidates may substitute U.S. Army Forces military service as a commissioned officer (by year-for-year basis) for the required experience and education.
Desired or Preferred Qualifications
Experience conducting administrative hearings.
Experience with regulated utilities.
Maryland Bar membership preferred.
Excellent writing skills, as determined by recent relevant writing samples.
Ability to comprehend complex technical issues, attention to detail.
Excellent time‑management skills, ability to handle numerous cases simultaneously.
Ability to perform in‑depth legal research.
Experience with legal research platforms such as Westlaw or LexisNexis.
Experience with virtual hearings.
Experience preparing witnesses for testimony, evaluating witness testimony, witness depositions, and cross‑examination of witnesses.
Experience with expert witnesses a plus.
Articulable experience with procedural rules, the rules of evidence, Maryland Code Annotated, COMAR, and statutory interpretation.
Experience with the Public Utilities Article and/or utility regulations a plus.
Experience traveling to courts in different jurisdictions; willingness to travel to hearings throughout Maryland.
Judicial attributes, temperament; ability to exercise judgment and fairness, assess credibility, and act impartially.
Licenses, Registrations, and Certifications
Applicants must be a member of the bar in any state or federal jurisdiction at the time of appointment.
Employees must become members of the Maryland Bar within 18 months of appointment; failure to do so constitutes grounds for termination.
Employees may be assigned duties requiring operation of a motor vehicle and must possess a valid Maryland motor‑vehicle operator’s license.
Selection Process Submit sufficient information on your application to demonstrate that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date; late submissions will not be considered. Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible employment list for at least one year.
Examination Process The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. Provide complete and accurate information on your application and report all experience and education related to this position.
Benefits STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS
Further Instructions Resumes/cover letters should be sent directly to
exec.secretary@maryland.gov . If you cannot apply online, contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at
Application.Help@maryland.gov
or 410‑767‑4850 (MD TTY Relay Service 1‑800‑735‑2258).
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equal‑opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining, and promoting employees who reflect the State's diversity.
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Location of Position 6 St. Paul Street Baltimore, MD 21202
Position Duties A Public Utility Law Judge II of the Public Service Commission (PSC) has a full performance level of conducting quasi‑judicial hearings, formal cases, and rendering decisions on behalf of the PSC.
Employees in this classification do not supervise other positions and receive general supervision from the Chief Public Utility Law Judge.
The work requires statewide travel to conduct hearings.
Minimum Qualifications Education:
A Juris Doctor degree or equivalent from an accredited law school.
Experience:
Five years of experience in the practice of law.
Within the past seven years, a minimum of five years of experience presenting evidence, examining witnesses, and submitting written briefs in contested evidentiary hearings before a quasi‑judicial body or trial court; or preparing proposed decisions for a trial court or quasi‑judicial body.
Candidates may substitute U.S. Army Forces military service as a commissioned officer (by year-for-year basis) for the required experience and education.
Desired or Preferred Qualifications
Experience conducting administrative hearings.
Experience with regulated utilities.
Maryland Bar membership preferred.
Excellent writing skills, as determined by recent relevant writing samples.
Ability to comprehend complex technical issues, attention to detail.
Excellent time‑management skills, ability to handle numerous cases simultaneously.
Ability to perform in‑depth legal research.
Experience with legal research platforms such as Westlaw or LexisNexis.
Experience with virtual hearings.
Experience preparing witnesses for testimony, evaluating witness testimony, witness depositions, and cross‑examination of witnesses.
Experience with expert witnesses a plus.
Articulable experience with procedural rules, the rules of evidence, Maryland Code Annotated, COMAR, and statutory interpretation.
Experience with the Public Utilities Article and/or utility regulations a plus.
Experience traveling to courts in different jurisdictions; willingness to travel to hearings throughout Maryland.
Judicial attributes, temperament; ability to exercise judgment and fairness, assess credibility, and act impartially.
Licenses, Registrations, and Certifications
Applicants must be a member of the bar in any state or federal jurisdiction at the time of appointment.
Employees must become members of the Maryland Bar within 18 months of appointment; failure to do so constitutes grounds for termination.
Employees may be assigned duties requiring operation of a motor vehicle and must possess a valid Maryland motor‑vehicle operator’s license.
Selection Process Submit sufficient information on your application to demonstrate that you meet the qualifications for this recruitment. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date; late submissions will not be considered. Successful candidates will be placed on the eligible employment list for at least one year.
Examination Process The assessment may consist of a rating of your education, training, and experience related to the requirements of the position. Provide complete and accurate information on your application and report all experience and education related to this position.
Benefits STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS
Further Instructions Resumes/cover letters should be sent directly to
exec.secretary@maryland.gov . If you cannot apply online, contact the DBM Recruitment and Examination Division at
Application.Help@maryland.gov
or 410‑767‑4850 (MD TTY Relay Service 1‑800‑735‑2258).
We thank our Veterans for their service to our country. People with disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. As an equal‑opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruitment, retaining, and promoting employees who reflect the State's diversity.
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