State Ethics Commission Director
About The Position
The Indiana Inspector General is responsible for investigating and addressing fraud, waste, abuse, and wrongdoing in any agency within the executive branch of Indiana state government. The State Ethics Commission has jurisdiction over a current or former state officer, a current or former employee of a state agency, a person who has a business relationship with a state agency, or a current or former special state appointee. The State Ethics Commission has ultimate authority to interpret the Indiana Code of Ethics. Within the Office of Inspector General (OIG), the Ethics Commission Director coordinates the activities of the State Ethics Commission and leads the advisory and engagement functions of the office.
Requirements
- Admission to the Indiana State Bar and maintain an active attorney licensure in good standing.
- Knowledge of and experience in legal proceedings and enabling statutes of the OIG and State Ethics Commission.
- Must understand and observe the Indiana Administrative Orders and Procedures Act under IC 4-21.5.
- Thorough knowledge of state government organization and procedures as well as state statutes, rules, and law governing areas of responsibility.
- Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, in a profession and courteous matter using tact, diplomacy, and authority.
- Must demonstrate a high level of discretion and confidentiality.
- Must be able to meet deadlines and prioritize workflow.
- Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
- Ability to solve problems.
- Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Responsibilities
- Serve as legal advisor to the State Ethics Commission on procedures, the Code of Ethics, Open Door laws, and Administrative Rulemaking.
- Responsible for organizing all matters pertaining to the State Ethics Commission meetings and assisting in drafting formal advisory opinions, orders, and final reports on behalf of the State Ethics Commission.
- Responsible for administering the Financial Disclosure Statement program and all other disclosure and waiver filings with the State Ethics Commission and OIG.
- Responsible for coordinating and issuing informal advisory opinions on behalf of the OIG.
- Manage statewide ethics training programs, including biennial ethics training and development of educational materials, presentations, and conferences.
- Conduct legal research and draft reports, legal memoranda, and other legal documents.
- Responsible for assisting in matters pertaining to Legislative affairs.
- Assist with media relations.
Benefits
- Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
- Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
- Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
- Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
- Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
- A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to: 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers, Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave, Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
- 12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
- Education Reimbursement Program
- Group life insurance
- Referral Bonus program
- Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
- Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
- Free Parking for most positions
- Free LinkedIn Learning access
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
