Attorney

Job Posting Title

Attorney

Agency

630 DEPARTMENT OF SECURITIES

Supervisory Organization

Investigation and Enforcement

Job Posting End Date

Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time

Full time

Job Type

Regular

Compensation

Salary range: $95,000 - $160,000 annually, depending on qualifications, experience, and demonstrated expertise.

Job Description

ATTORNEY

Enforcement Division

Investor protection through the administration and enforcement of Oklahoma securities laws.

The Oklahoma Department of Securities is seeking an attorney to join its Enforcement Division.

This position offers the opportunity to investigate complex financial misconduct, analyze legal and factual issues, and develop enforcement strategies, all in an effort to help protect Oklahoma investors from fraud and illegal securities activity.

Working at the intersection of law, finance, investigations, and public service, attorneys play a key role in enforcing Oklahoma securities laws and maintaining confidence in the state's financial markets.

The selected candidate will be appointed at a level commensurate with qualifications, experience, and demonstrated expertise.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

As an Attorney with the Enforcement Division, you will:

• Investigate potential violations of Oklahoma securities laws.
• Analyze legal, factual, financial, and investigative information.
• Evaluate evidence and develop recommendations regarding enforcement actions and case strategy.
• Identify trends, relationships, and patterns within complex information and data.

Interview witnesses and participate in taking testimony and depositions.

• Prepare subpoenas, pleadings, briefs, legal memoranda, legal opinions, and other litigation-related documents.
• Advise Department leadership regarding legal issues and enforcement matters.
• Communicate and coordinate with Department staff, financial professionals, law enforcement agencies, regulatory partners, and members of the public.
• Participate in administrative, civil, and criminal proceedings when necessary.
• Manage assigned investigations and enforcement matters through resolution.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Occasional job-related travel may be required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the Oklahoma Bar Association in good standing.

Additional qualifications, experience, and demonstrated expertise will determine the level at which the successful candidate is appointed.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Preference may be given to candidates with experience in one or more of the following areas:

• Civil, administrative, or regulatory law
• Government or public sector legal practice
• Financial fraud investigations
• Securities, banking, insurance, or consumer protection matters
• Witness interviews and depositions
• Analysis of financial records and complex documentary evidence
• Trial and Appellate practice
• Complex investigations and case management

WHY JOIN THE DEPARTMENT?

At the Oklahoma Department of Securities, you'll have the opportunity to perform meaningful work that protects Oklahoma investors and promotes confidence in Oklahoma's financial markets.

In addition to a competitive salary, State of Oklahoma employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Annual benefit allowance for health, dental, and vision coverage
• Multiple medical, dental, vision, HSA, and FSA plan options
• Generous paid annual (PTO) and sick leave with rollover provisions
• Eleven (11) paid holidays each year
• Retirement savings and pension plan opportunities
• Longevity pay for eligible employees
• Professional development and training opportunities

Most importantly, you'll enjoy challenging and meaningful legal work without the pressure of billable hours while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

COMPENSATION

Salary range: $95,000 - $160,000 annually, depending on qualifications, experience, and demonstrated expertise.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

For questions regarding specific duties or details of this position, please email HR@securities.ok.gov. Reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities may be provided upon request.

An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.

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