at State of Delaware in Wilmington, Delaware, United States
Job Description
The Counsel to the Inspector General is a senior level executive professional who serves as principal legal counsel and advisor to the Inspector General with respect to the operations of the OIG. In coordination with the Inspector General, the Counsel reviews, provides advice, and ensures the legal sufficiency and accuracy of the full range of OIG investigations, reviews, and other products, ensures OIG compliance with all legal requirements, and acts as the primary legal representative of the OIG with other governmental partners, agencies, and outside entities. The incumbent also assists the Inspector General as directed in leading the operations of the office.
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Job Requirements for Counsel to the Inspector General
Please submit a cover letter and resume providing a detailed description of how your education, training, and/or experience meets each job requirement including employer, experience/responsibilities and dates (month/year) of employment/training.
- Education: A Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school.
- Experience: Active membership in good standing with the Delaware state bar.
- Experience: 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.
- Preference will be given to applicants that have experience working in or knowledge of Delaware state government, including but not limited to state offices, departments, boards, commissions, committees, school districts, and other executive and legislative bodies.
