Job description
The Office of Congressional Ethics
Position Available: Investigate Counsel
Vacancy Announcement Number: MEM-298-22
Office/Location: U.S. House of Representatives, Washington, D.C.
Closing Date: Until Filled
Salary Level/Range: Commensurate with experience
Proposed Starting Date: Immediate
Job Summary:
The Office of Congressional Ethics (OCE), an independent, non-partisan investigative entity established by the United States House of Representatives, seeks two attorneys, one with 2-4 years experience, and one with 5-10 years of experience, to serve as Investigative Counsel. The Investigative Counsel reports to the Staff Director and Chief Counsel and will be responsible for conducting sensitive inquiries into allegations of possible violations of federal law and ethical standards of conduct by current Members, Officers and Staff of the House of Representatives and advising the Staff Director and Chief Counsel on legal and policy matters.
The OCE is seeking attorneys interested in the OCE’s work supporting ethics and transparency within the House of Representatives. The Investigative Counsel would join a small, Washington, DC-based, investigative team, and would be eligible to apply for hybrid work accommodations combining in-person core days and remote work.
Core Responsibilities:
- Review information received by OCE, discern possible violations, and identify facts requiring further investigation
- Plan, organize and conduct investigations regarding allegations and advise the Staff Director and Chief Counsel regarding appropriate evaluation of cases
- Advise the Staff Director and Chief Counsel on legal issues in matters under investigation and on broader legal and policy issues involved in the operations of OCE
- Draft lengthy and detailed memoranda, reports, and referrals for Board consideration and potential public release
Duties:
- Developing investigative strategies and implementing investigative plans
- Reviewing evidence and data in order to analyze, develop, and provide detailed written and oral reports of findings
- Identifying information to substantiate or disprove allegations and assess the likely sources of that information
- Collecting and reviewing documents, electronic media, and physical evidence
- Interviewing witnesses and subjects
- Performing other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Qualifications:
Demonstrated ability to conduct and direct complex legal research and present the results in a clear, precise and persuasive manner
- Thoroughness and careful attention to detail
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Strong legal judgment and demonstrated professional integrity
- Experience auditing large sets of data or evidence and providing detailed analysis
- Desirable but not required:
o Investigative experience with high-profile and sensitive matters;
o Experience with investigations involving public officials;
o Experience with campaign finance or ethics law;
o Experience conducting interviews or depositions;
o Experience writing public reports or legal documents; and
o Advanced proficiency in development and use of electronic databases, and other
computer skills including knowledge of current information technology tools related to investigations
- Ability to:
o work independently or as part of an investigative team;
o manage multiple tasks and projects;
o work well under pressure and tight time deadlines; and
o exercise discretion and independent judgment
Requirements:
- Ability to pass Security Background Investigation to obtain Top Secret clearance
- Graduation from an ABA accredited law school and active bar membership
Applicant Instructions:
Please send cover letter, short writing sample, and resume (electronic submissions preferred) to:
Omar S. Ashmawy
Staff Director and Chief Counsel
Office of Congressional Ethics
United States House of Representatives
P.O. Box 895
Washington, DC 20515-0895
OCEJOB@mail.house.gov
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