The Office of Congressional Ethics (OCE), an independent, non-partisan investigative entity established by the United States House of Representatives, seeks an attorney with 1-3 years 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 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.
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
Qualifications:
Experience auditing large sets of data and providing detailed analysis
Advanced proficiency in development and use of electronic databases, and other
computer skills including knowledge of current information technology tools related to investigations
Investigative experience in high-profile and sensitive matters; experience with investigations involving public officials is desirable but not required
Strong legal judgment
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
Ability to:
Work independently or as part of an investigative team manage multiple tasks and projects
Work well under pressure and tight time deadlines
Exercise discretion and independent judgment
Duties:
Reviewing large sets of data across multiple databases in order to analyze, develop, and provide detailed 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
Preparing memoranda of interviews and reports of investigations
Performing other duties as assigned
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 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
MEM-491-18
