Pennsylvania Department of State - Prosecuting Attorney

GOVERNOR’S OFFICE OF GENERAL COUNSEL

PROSECUTING ATTORNEY (Harrisburg)

OFFICE OF CHIEF COUNSEL, DEPARTMENT OF STATE

The Pennsylvania Governor’s Office of General Counsel (OGC) seeks a licensed attorney with some litigation and/or or administrative law experience to work in the Department of State, Office of Chief Counsel, Prosecution Division. The position is eligible for a hybrid remote/in-office schedule of three days onsite and two days telework. The position will be classified as either an Attorney 2, 3, or 4 depending on the level of relevant experience possessed by the successful applicant.

Attorneys within the Prosecution Division prosecute various professionals that are licensed by the 29 professional licensure boards administered by the Bureau of Professional and Occupational Affairs (BPOA) within the Department of State. Attorneys review complaints and institute disciplinary actions based on alleged violations of the various board practice acts. Primary duties include but are not limited to: drafting and filing appropriate pleadings and briefs; negotiating consent agreements; and presenting cases before hearing examiners and/or licensing boards and commissions.

Experience as a licensed attorney preparing for, participating in, and/or appealing formal hearings or trials involving litigation and/or administrative law at the Federal, State or local level is preferred. Qualifying litigation experience involves cases in which a complaint was filed with a court, or a charging document (e.g., indictment or information) was issued by a court, a grand jury, or appropriate military authority. Qualifying administrative law experience involves cases in which a formal procedure was initiated by a governmental administrative body.

The successful candidate will have excellent written communications skills, including an attention to detail, and oral communications capabilities, including in-person and remote (e.g., phone, video conference) discussions. Excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to foster trust and respect and to create friendly and collaborative internal working relationships with internal commonwealth clients are a must.

The candidate must have a Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school and be a member in good standing with the Pennsylvania Bar. Applicants should send a letter of interest, resume, and writing sample no later than June 7, 2024, directed to Derek Riker, Deputy Chief of Staff, 333 Market Street, 17th Floor, Harrisburg, Pennsylvania 17101. To learn more about OGC’s mission and get an inside look at what it is like to be part of the OGC team, visit our website, at www.ogc.pa.gov/careers.

OGC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $74,191.00 - $156,852.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Application Question(s):

• Do you currently reside in Pennsylvania?

License/Certification:

• PA Attorney License? (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Harrisburg, PA 17120