Counsel to the Inspector General This position is exempt from the State of Delaware Merit System

Essential Functions

Providing legal expertise, analysis, and advice to the Inspector General and other OIG personnel regarding the full range of OIG operations;
Ensuring the legal sufficiency and accuracy of all OIG investigations, reviews, and other work products;
Developing memoranda of understanding and other collaborative agreements and arrangements with federal, state, and local oversight partners and serving as the primary point of contact regarding the operations of such agreements and arrangements and relationships with other investigative, prosecution, and oversight entities;
Reviewing existing and proposed legislation and regulations and making recommendations to the Inspector General regarding the impact and operation of same;
Overseeing the issuance and enforcement of OIG documentary and testimonial subpoenas;
Working with other OIG personnel to develop and conduct education and training regarding whistleblower rights and protections and in analyzing and addressing any whistleblower-related issues;
Litigating on behalf of the OIG and/or providing primary supervision and engagement with any outside counsel retained by the OIG;
Serving as primary ethics advisor for the Inspector General and other OIG personnel.

Job Requirements

• A Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with the Delaware state bar.
• At least 10 years professional legal experience post-bar admission.
• Experience demonstrating strong legal research and writing skills, and the ability to analyze complex legal and factual issues, anticipate investigative and/or litigation challenges, and develop effective strategies to address them.
• Experience reflecting knowledge of investigative or other oversight practices, evidentiary standards, and applicable statutes and court rules.
• Experience communicating and engaging effectively with attorneys, investigators, support staff, court personnel, law enforcement and other oversight entities, and other governmental organizations and outside stakeholders.

Additional Posting Information

The incumbent will work at the Warr Building, 60 Loockerman Plaza, Dover, DE 19901, or may also work at the Carvel State Office Building, 820 N. French St., Wilmington, DE 19801 based on and consistent with operational needs.

Conditions of Hire

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware Executive Branch participates in the Federal E-Verify system where the State will provide the federal government with each new hire's Form I-9 information to confirm that they are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our job seeker resources.

Benefits

To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/.

Accommodations

Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities in all phases of the application and employment process. Individuals who use TDD may request auxiliary aid or service by calling (800) 232-5470 or by visiting delawarerelay.com . If you need assistance with an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or general applicant support, you may call (302) 739-5458 or email jobs@delaware.gov.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The State of Delaware is an Equal Opportunity employer and values a diverse workforce. We strongly encourage and seek out a workforce representative of Delaware including race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.