Senior Economics Crimes Counsel

About the role

The Auditor of State Special Investigations Unit (SIU) is comprised of Forensic Accountants, Investigators, and Attorneys as a single source of expertise for investigating fraud in government. The Senior Economic Crimes Counselor will:

• Serve as Special Prosecutor when requested by county prosecutor, present cases to Grand Juries, prepare discovery, attend pretrial conferences and motions hearings, interview trial witnesses, and prepare case for trial.
• Provide legal and investigative advice to SIU staff.
• Review and approve case files.
• Review and give instructions on complaints received by AOS Fraud Hotline.
• Conduct legal research, analyze audit findings, draft legal memorandum.
• Review and sign subpoenas, review search warrants and affidavits.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Admission to Ohio Bar.
• Knowledge of substantive and procedural law and Westlaw computerized legal research.
• Strong legal writing skills.
• Interpersonal communication skills.
• Judicial clerkship and similar experience preferred.
• 10 years of experience as a prosecutor (or relevant courtroom experience) required; experience with white collar, economic crimes, and fraud cases preferred.

Interested candidates must submit a resume, three (3) references, and a writing sample demonstrating administrative or statutory law analytical skills.

Benefits

• Flexible work week options, including the option to work from home.
• Comprehensive benefit and retirement package.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Part of your education paid for.
• Impact public trust by prosecuting fraud and corruption in government.
• Gain meaningful courtroom experience.
• Work in a mission-driven environment.

Agency contact: Monica Carmona; Recruiting@ohioauditor.gov