Attorney 4 - Associate Legal Counsel - 20090426

The Division of Securities protects Ohioans’ life savings and investments by administering and enforcing the Ohio Securities Act. This includes licensing the professionals who sell products – brokers-dealers, securities salespeople, investment advisers and investment adviser representatives – and registering products for sale. When Ohio securities laws are violated, the division can pursue administrative and civil actions, and criminal referrals. The division’s outreach efforts help educate consumers so they avoid becoming victims of financial fraud. Plans, directs, coordinates and conducts complex investigations of violations of the Ohio Securities Act & related white collar crimes;Serves in fiduciary relationship as a management level attorney within division of securities; maintains confidential relationship with Commissioner;Performs research & analysis of legal issues and makes recommendations for actions to be pursued in enforcement regulatory administration;Responsible for hearing preparation & witness testimony (e.g., prepares questions & conducts hearings pursuant to O.R.C. 1707.23 & sworn statements under oath, prepares exhibits for use at trial or any type of dispute resolution, including settlement negotiations, and testifies at hearings and trials;Works with the Ohio Attorney General Executive Agencies, as well as county, state and federal prosecutors to prepare for prosecution and litigation of administrative, civil and criminal matters;Collaborates with other law enforcement agencies & prosecutors on joint investigations with multi-jurisdictional impact Admission to Ohio Bar pursuant to Section 4705.01 of Revised Code; 12 mos. exp. as licensed attorney; 6 mos. exp. in employee training & development. Job Skills: Attorney/Legal Organization Commerce Agency Contact Name and Information molly.williams@com.ohio.gov OR 614-995-7009 Unposting Date Oct 14, 2026, 11:59:00 PM Work Location Riffe Tower Primary Location United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus Compensation $40.40 - 57.67 per hour Schedule Full-time Classified Indicator Unclassified Union Exempt from Union Technical Skills Administrative support/services, Client Advocacy Professional Skills Analyzation, Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking Agency Overview The Mission of the Ohio Department of Commerce is promoting prosperity by protecting what matters most. As the state’s chief regulator, the Department of Commerce impacts Ohioans every day. We are motivated by our mission to promote prosperity for businesses and licensees by protecting what matters most to the residents of our state. We ensure compliance through proactive outreach, education, and customer-focused service. Commerce is comprised of nine operating divisions and one standalone program that span a variety of industries including real estate, liquor, banking, securities, firefighting, construction and skilled trades, and cannabis. Through exceptional compliance practices and oversight, Commerce has a direct role in protecting Ohioans. Our Guiding Principles Making An IMPACT For The Customer InclusiveMotivatedProactiveAccountableCustomer-FocusedTeamwork