Attorney 4 - Associate Legal Counsel - 20090426

Ohio Department of Commerce; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio Department of Commerce seeks a seasoned attorney to enforce the Ohio Securities Act within the Division of Securities. The role involves conducting complex investigations, preparing for hearings, and collaborating with prosecutors at multiple government levels to pursue enforcement actions.

Admission to the Ohio Bar is required, with 12 months’ licensed attorney experience and 6 months in employee training and development.

Qualifications

• Admission to the Ohio Bar is required.
• 12 months of experience as a licensed attorney.
• 6 months of experience in employee training & development.

Responsibilities

• Plans, directs 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; prepares questions, conducts hearings and testifies at hearings and trials.
• Works with the Ohio Attorney General Executive Agencies and prosecutors to prepare for prosecution and litigation.
• Collaborates with other law enforcement agencies & prosecutors on joint investigations with multi-jurisdictional impact.

Skills

Administrative support/services

Client Advocacy

Education

Ohio Bar admission

Licensed attorney

Job description

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.

Agency Contact Name and Information

[e-mail] 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

• Inclusive
• Motivated
• Proactive
• Accountable
• Customer-Focused
• Teamwork