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City of Baltimore · 1 day ago

Assistant Counsel, Code Enforcement (NCS) - City of Baltimore, Board of Municipal and Zoning Appeals

Baltimore, MD

Full-time

Hybrid

Entry Level

$80K/yr - $127K/yr

2+ years exp

The City of Baltimore is seeking an Assistant Counsel for the Board of Municipal and Zoning Appeals to help enhance the development review process in the city. The role involves drafting resolutions, attending hearings, and advising on zoning appeals while also contributing to legislative presentations and process improvements.

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Responsibilities

Draft written resolutions of Zoning Board decisions for Board adoption following biweekly BMZA hearings

Prepare for and attend biweekly BMZA hearings (some evenings required)

Analyze applications and supporting materials for zoning appeals filed by applicants

Prepare staff reports and recommendations applying zoning laws, court decisions, and Board precedent

Draft and revise BMZA rules and regulations as needed

Respond to inquiries from builders, architects, engineers, attorneys, civic organizations, and the public regarding zoning appeals, procedures, and Board rules

Advise the Board during hearings on procedural and substantive matters

Maintain hearing records, minutes, and case files

Conduct legal research using Westlaw

Present to the Baltimore City Council on anticipated impacts of proposed zoning and land use legislation

Work with the Interim Executive Director/Permit Czar to implement Bmore FAST process improvements

Draft new BMZA rules and regulations to improve clarity and efficiency of the appeals process

Identify opportunities to streamline development review processes while maintaining safety standards and appropriate oversight

Flag poorly drafted or problematic Zoning Code provisions for future code amendments

Assist walk-in customers navigating the permitting and appeals process

Create new standard operating procedures and process documentation

Help ensure the BMZA’s review process is fair, transparent, and predictable; giving applicants clear guidance while upholding the Board’s independent quasi-judicial role

Qualification

Juris DoctorMaryland Bar AdmissionLegal ResearchZoning Law KnowledgeProcess ImprovementCustomer ServicePublic SpeakingWritten CommunicationTeam Collaboration

Required

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school

Admission to the Maryland Bar (or eligibility for admission within 6 months)

Two years of combined legal experience (this can include: judicial clerkships, trial or transactional work, administrative law practice, or court appearances before district, circuit, or appellate courts)