Classification: Administrator II
Position Type: Full-Time, Regular
Salary: 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: Office of the Attorney General, Performance and Innovation Division, 200 St. Paul Place, Baltimore, MD 21202
Telework: A hybrid remote telework and in-office schedule option is available per applicable policies and procedures.
DESCRIPTION: 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.
The Performance and Innovation Division (PID) seeks a resourceful and forward-thinking individual to join our growing team as Artificial Intelligence Strategy & Governance Manager. The PID is a dynamic, forward-thinking team dedicated to enhancing the office's effectiveness through strategic innovation, data-driven decision-making and special projects. We work directly with leadership and teams across the office to strengthen how OAG operates – from performance management efforts, leading the implementation and governance of artificial intelligence (AI) tools in the office, and managing high-impact projects that directly improve public service delivery.
Our mission is to deliver data-driven insights to enhance decision-making, foster innovative solutions for operational efficiency, and uphold the priorities of the Attorney General's Office in service to Maryland. With a culture rooted in collaboration, creativity, responsiveness, and precision, a position in PID offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of public sector innovation while working alongside talented legal professionals committed to equity, transparency, and continuous improvement.
This position requires establishing responsible AI governance frameworks, managing vendor relationships, creating AI literacy resources for staff, and ensuring compliance with data privacy laws and professional ethics standards. The specialist will work closely with the Director of Performance and Innovation, division chiefs, and IT staff to integrate AI technologies effectively and responsibly across the organization.
This position serves as lead for the implementation of AI tools in the office, while being a major contributor to its governance, strategy and training efforts. This is a hands-on role that requires direct collaboration with staff at all levels—from attorneys and paralegals to administrative professionals—to understand their workflows, identify AI opportunities, provide guidance, and support successful adoption of AI tools in their day-to-day work.
Given the rapidly evolving nature of artificial intelligence technology and its applications in legal and government contexts, the specific responsibilities and focus areas of this position may shift over time to align with emerging trends, organizational priorities, and the employee's demonstrated skills and expertise.
Key Responsibilities
The Artificial Intelligence Strategy & Governance Manager will play a critical role in expanding AI implementation efforts by performing these key responsibilities:
AI Implementation & Solutions Development
Work both office-wide and with specific divisions and units to brainstorm, develop and maintain artificial intelligence solutions
Work directly with individual staff members and teams to identify use cases, troubleshoot implementation challenges, and provide hands-on support
Manage ongoing AI pilots and experiments
Maintain OAG's AI solution inventory/catalog that documents implemented tools and their use cases
Track emerging AI trends and capabilities, especially in the legal context
Evaluate AI use-cases and solutions
Coordinate cross-divisional AI working groups or communities of practice to share knowledge and standardize approaches
AI Governance & Risk Management
Conduct AI risk assessments for proposed implementations
Manage AI governance-related processes
Understand and apply AI governance documentation, and draft additions or revisions, including standard operating procedures, decision trees for AI adoption, and compliance checklists
Perform auditing tasks ensuring responsible use of AI
Monitor AI tool performance and user satisfaction, making recommendations for optimization or discontinuation
Ensure compliance with data privacy laws and professional ethics standards
Strategic Planning & Support
Provide support to the Director and Deputy Director of PID by playing a major role in AI strategy planning
Develop metrics and reporting frameworks to measure AI adoption, usage, cost-effectiveness, and impact
Contribute to budget planning by projecting future resource needs
Represent OAG in external meetings with state agencies and professional organizations on AI matters
Training & Capacity Building
Partner with the Professional and Organizational Development to design and deliver AI training programs
Provide one-on-one and small group coaching to help staff effectively leverage AI tools
Serve as a resource for staff with questions
Create resource libraries of prompting guides, best practices, and FAQs tailored to OAG contexts
Host regular office hours or drop-in sessions where staff can bring AI-related questions and challenges
Other Duties
Examples of Work Product May Include
Developing a training for administrative professionals on using LLMs to enhance everyday tasks
Working with a legal unit to develop a chat bot for a legal brief bank
Evaluate a request for using AI to analyze evidence
Hosting AI Office hours to assist staff with any AI-related questions
Sitting with a paralegal to help them develop effective prompts for legal research
Meeting with division leadership to assess readiness for AI tool adoption and develop implementation roadmaps
Creating a "responsible AI checklist" that staff must complete before implementing new AI tools
Developing case studies documenting successful AI implementations for internal knowledge sharing
Designing a phased rollout plan for a new AI tool across multiple divisions
Creating dashboards that track AI usage metrics and ROI across divisions
Applying templates for AI impact assessments and privacy reviews
If you're looking for a role where your work will meaningfully improve how a major state agency serves Marylanders while establishing OAG as a leader in responsible government AI adoption, this position offers that opportunity.
EXPERIENCE:
Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, IT, Data Science, Data Analytics, Public Policy, Public Administration, Political Science, Government and Politics, Law, or a related field.
Experience: The ideal candidate brings over four years of professional experience in areas such as technology implementation, digital transformation, data governance, information management, policy development, change management, organizational development, project management, or legal technology
and innovation. They have demonstrated hands-on experience working with artificial intelligence and machine learning tools and platforms, including large language models, generative AI tools, and automation technologies, in professional, academic, or substantial project settings.
They possess strong written and verbal communication skills, with a proven ability to translate complex technical concepts into clear, accessible language for non-technical audiences. Their collaborative approach enables them to work effectively with diverse stakeholders across all levels of an organization. In addition, they have a track record of managing multiple initiatives simultaneously, showcasing strong project management capabilities. Their adaptability and comfort with ambiguity make them well-suited to thrive in fast-paced, evolving technological environments.
Preferred Qualifications:
2+ years of experience specifically in AI implementation, AI governance, or AI policy development
Knowledge of responsible AI frameworks such as NIST AI RMF, ISO/IEC 42001, or EU AI Act
Familiarity with data privacy laws (HIPAA, FERPA, state privacy regulations) and their application to AI systems
Experience in government, legal services, or other highly regulated sectors
Demonstrated success in change management and technology adoption initiatives
Experience developing and delivering technical training or capacity-building programs
Experience providing direct user support or serving in a customer-facing technical role
Knowledge of AI use cases in the legal industry or legal technology landscape · Certification in data privacy (CIPP/US, CIPM, AIGP) or data management (CDMP)
Project management certification (e.g., PMP, CAPM)
Track record of successfully implementing technology solutions that delivered measurable business value
Demonstrated experience working directly with end users to implement technology solutions and provide hands-on support
Substitutions:
1. Candidates may substitute thirty (30) credit hours from an accredited college or university for each year up to four (4) years of the required general experience. 2. Candidates may substitute the possession of a Master's degree in a related field and one (1) year of relevant professional experience for the required experience.
3. Candidates may substitute a law degree (J.D.) and one (1) year of relevant professional experience for the required experience.
4. Candidates may substitute a Ph.D. in a related field for the required experience.
SUBMISSION: Interested applicants should submit an on-line application, resume, and supplemental questionnaire through the Online Employment Center by January 11, 2026.
EMPLOYMENT 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.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The OAG 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.
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION, AND BELONGING: The Office of the Attorney General views equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging as the pathway to achieving professional excellence and fostering and maintaining a culture where every employee can thrive. We strive to create a community that draws upon the best pool of talent to unify excellence and diversity while fully embracing individuals from varied backgrounds, cultures, races, identities, life experiences, perspectives, beliefs, and values. We honor, respect, and celebrate all differences, both visible and invisible, and are committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting individuals who have historically been underrepresented in the practice of law and professional careers.