County Attorney Intern

Information

• Pay Range (Grade): Hourly Rate $15.00 (C00)
• Other Compensation Offered: Overtime
• Employment Type: Internship, up to 20 hours per week
• Organization: County Attorney - County Attorney
• Location: County Office Building
• Reports to: County Attorney
• Classification: Non-Exempt (42008)

Who We Are

At Carroll County Government, we look for people who are eager to engage in meaningful work that positively impacts our community. As public servants, our sense of purpose and motivation to work hard starts with the value we place on relationships with coworkers, community partners, and those we serve. We strive to build collaborative and passionate teams, with opportunities to learn and explore new possibilities in a welcoming workplace. As a team, we are committed, inspired, and connected to make a difference in the community.  

What You Will Do

As County Attorney Intern, you will support various activities of the Department of the County Attorney, including research, document filing, drafting and editing letters for accuracy, and support day to day operations. We are looking for a detail-orientated individual who is interested in learning about county government.

Essential Duties

• Support daily activities of the Department of the County Attorney.
• Answer phone calls, taking messages and redirecting as appropriate.
• Perform general support functions such as researching, filing and retrieving documentation and drafting letters.
• Complete assigned work in a timely fashion. Accept feedback.
• Demonstrate an ability to collaborate and willingness to learn. Participate in a supportive work environment.
• Exhibit integrity, ethics and confidentiality responsibility.

How You Will Succeed

Your Skills

• Microsoft Office Suite (Introductory)
• Organizational Skills (Introductory)
• File Management/Recordkeeping (Introductory)
• Research (Introductory)
• Information Confidentiality (Introductory)

Your Strengths

• Service Excellence
• Decision Making
• Collaborating with Others
• Digital Literacy
• Continuous Learning
• Attention to Detail
• Writing Skills
• Professionalism
• Information Management

You Might Be a Good Fit If

Education and Experience

• Current college student or recent college graduate.

Additional Information

• Contractual Position: 20 hours per week, June 5- July 30

Why You Will Love Working Here

Find out more here: Carroll County Government | Carroll County, Maryland (carrollcountymd.gov)

Carroll County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The County Commissioners of Carroll County recognize the rights of all people, including County employees, to equal opportunity. Discrimination against County employees on the basis of race, color, religion, age, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability is strictly prohibited. The Americans with Disabilities Act, Titles I and II, applies to County government employment. If you have questions, suggestions, or complaints, please contact Kristy L. Bixler, Director, Human Resources and Carroll County Government Americans with Disabilities Coordinator for Employment, at the Department of Human Resources (410-386-2129) or Md. Relay 711/800-735-2258. The mailing address is 225 North Center Street, Westminster, Maryland 21157.

Questions or need assistance? Please contact us at careers@carrollcountymd.gov, via telephone at 410-386-2129 or stop by our office at 225 N. Center Street, Room 100, Westminster, MD 21157 during normal business hours. 

Disclaimer: This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of the Employer.