Outreach Specialist — Community Lawyering and Development

Job overview

The Outreach Specialist role is hybrid, based in Frederick, MD, with frequent fieldwork and regular in-person community and court interactions. The stated salary range is $53,045–$93,996 per year. Maryland Legal Aid provides free civil legal services and works with communities to advance equity and social justice.

What you'll do

• Build relationships and collaborations with community organizations, grassroots groups, service providers, and anchor institutions
• plan and conduct outreach, training, and media opportunities
• participate in community and tenant-led activities
• identify community trends with partners and residents
• and contribute data and reporting on outreach strategies.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

outreach specialist

hybrid

frederick md

maryland legal aid

community outreach

community lawyering

tenant right to counsel

housing justice

grassroots partnerships

public speaking

race equity analysis

fieldwork

$53,045–$93,996 per year

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• life insurance
• 401(k) with employer contributions
• three weeks of paid time off
• sick leave
• 14 paid holidays
• and a hybrid work arrangement.

Why this role

Part of a statewide outreach team supporting Community Lawyering and Development, the Tenant Right to Counsel Project, and other priority legal areas.

About the employer

Maryland Legal Aid is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.