Chief Prosecutor, Health Regulatory Enforcement

Massachusetts Department of Public Health; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Department of Public Health seeks a seasoned legal leader to serve as Chief Prosecutor within the Office of General Counsel. You will head the Prosecution Unit handling disciplinary actions, enforce professional standards, and safeguard public health.

You will mentor attorneys, set enforcement priorities, and collaborate with boards, investigators, and senior legal leadership to strengthen regulatory enforcement across the Commonwealth.

Qualifications

• Experience managing legal teams in regulatory enforcement or government setting.
• Strong knowledge of administrative law and civil litigation related to professional licensing.
• Ability to develop enforcement policy, priorities, and performance metrics.

Responsibilities

• Direct the Prosecution Unit's daily operations and prosecution of disciplinary complaints.
• Establish prosecutorial policies and enforcement priorities for timely, legally sound resolutions.
• Supervise prosecutors and staff; provide performance guidance and professional development.
• Review complaints, assign cases, determine strategies and additional investigations.
• Oversee complex administrative litigation, settlements, and sanctions recommendations.
• Coordinate with licensing boards, investigators, and law enforcement partners.

Skills

Leadership

Supervision

Regulatory Enforcement

Administrative Law

Healthcare Licensing

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Massachusetts Bar Admission

Job description

Massachusetts Department of Public Health seeks a seasoned legal leader to serve as Chief Prosecutor within the Office of General Counsel. You will head the Prosecution Unit handling disciplinary actions, enforce professional standards, and safeguard public health.

You will mentor attorneys, set enforcement priorities, and collaborate with boards, investigators, and senior legal leadership to strengthen regulatory enforcement across the Commonwealth.