Associate Attorney (Office of the Inspector General)
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Associate Attorney (Office of the Inspector General)
Salary
$51,560.00 - $103,337.00 Annually
Location
Michigan, MI
Job Type
Appointed (Other)
Job Number
202603OIG11538JT2
Department
Office of Inspect General
Opening Date
02/02/2026
Closing Date
3/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Bargaining Unit
9060-Non Union Appointees Level IV
Description
Benefits
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Description
OFFICE OF THE INSPECTOR GENERAL
ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY
APPOINTED POSITION
Under general supervision of the OIG Attorney, the associate attorney, in daily operations furthers the Office of Inspector General's capacity to detect incidents of possible waste, abuse, fraud, or corruption.
Examples of Duties
Assist Inspector General (IG), Deputy Inspector General (DIG) and OIG Attorney in their respective duties and all other matter as requested and necessary.
Provide advice on legal issues related to investigations and administrative hearings including issues concerning local, state, and federal laws, statutes and contracts.
Perform legal research and drafts legal memoranda on issues concerning local, state or federal law as it relates to investigations, audits, and program reviews, as requested by the IG and the DIG.
Prepare affidavits and other documents for criminal, civil or administrative actions.
Conduct investigations and program reviews as assigned by the OIG Attorney, DIG and the IG.
Coordinate with City Council Legislative and Policy Division, the City of Detroit Law Department, any other City departments and agencies, legal representatives of City Contractors, and any local or federal authorities matters concerning the OIG as directed by the IG, DIG and/or OIG Attorney.
Conduct or assist in high-profile or complex investigations.
Conduct and/or assist in interviews of complainants, witnesses, and subjects to gather facts and evidence in the course of investigating alleged criminal activity, violations of personnel and administrative rules, and waste and inefficiency within city government and by those doing business or seeking to do business with the city.
Prepare and/or review detailed reports of investigations setting forth allegations, findings, evidence and recommendations.
Collect, evaluate and prepare evidence for presentation to prosecuting agency officials and for introduction at administrative proceedings.
Coordinate with outside law enforcement entities as appropriate.
Review and proofreads reports summarizing investigative/monitoring findings, and outlining disciplinary, operational and policy recommendations for errors and consistency.
Provide support for all OIG Administrative Hearings and Debarment proceedings.
Provide and/or assist in providing representation of the OIG during formal and informal meetings
Provide and/or assist in any OIG outreach programs or activities.
Minimum Qualifications
Juris Doctorate degree from an American Bar Association approved institution.
Minimum of one (1) year of legal experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience, provided the law license requirement is met.
Licenses, Certifications, and Other Special Requirements
U.S. Citizen or permanent resident alien who is eligible for and has applied for citizenship.
A valid driver's license must be presented at the time of application.
Applicants must have an excellent driving record.
Equivalency
Equivalent combinations of education and experience that provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be evaluated on an individual basis.
Writing Sample
Provide a short writing sample (no longer than five pages) that demonstrates your analytical skills. This sample must be your original work and completed without the use of AI or other automated writing assistance.
Supplemental Information
PLEASE ATTACH AN UPDATED COVER LETTER, RESUME, REFERENCES AND A WRITING SAMPLE
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of the techniques of legal research, particularly as applied to municipal corporation law.
Knowledge of legal subjects and State and Federal statutes as are applicable to municipal corporation law.
Knowledge of court procedures and legal principles and their application.
Knowledge of adjudication principles and practices.
Skill in legal research.
Skill in developing legal arguments and applying legal principles to any legal matters arising out of OIG investigations and/or administrative hearings.
Skill in effective problem-solving techniques.
Skill in legal writing and drafting.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Ability to analyze and appraise facts, evidence, and precedence.
Ability to present statements of fact, law and arguments clearly and logically.
Ability to problem solve and display resourcefulness and initiative in handling legal matters.
Ability to interact effectively with outside agencies and departmental personnel with tact and diplomacy.
Ability to display professional temperament and poise at all times when representing the OIG.
Ability to work with public officials on sensitive issues.
Ability to communicate effectively at all levels, both internal and external to the city, in order to obtain or provide information.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all City public servants and contractors as defined in the Charter.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.
Physical Demands
The employee generally remains in a stationary position for an extended period of time operating standard office equipment which may include computers, telephones, photocopiers, and fax machines.
The employee is expected to move about to accomplish tasks such as opening file cabinets and moving files.
Must be able to lift, push, pull, and carry up to 10 pounds.
Work Environment
Work is performed primarily in an office environment.
Some work requires travel to meetings, conferences, and other work sites with exposure to seasonal weather conditions.
Applicants must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and/or holidays while conducting investigations or at the request of the IG, DIG and OIG Attorney.
Candidates considered for placement in this classification may be subject to a Criminal Background Investigation based on the requirements of the position.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to the class. Incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification. Specific job duties may vary from position to position.
The City of Detroit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No applicant for employment shall be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other criteria prohibited by City, State, or Federal law.
EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS
The City of Detroit offers a competitive and comprehensive employee benefit package. We pride ourselves on the longevity of our employees. Part of the reason for the low turnover rate is the exceptional benefit package listed below. Benefits include, but are not limited to the following:
HEALTH
Medical - Eligible for hospital, surgical, and prescription drug benefits.
Dental
Vision
INSURANCE
Life Insurance - Optional group insurance available to employee and their family. The City pays 60% of premium for first $12,500 of employee life insurance. Employee may purchase, at own expense, life insurance for spouse and each dependent.
Long-Term Disability Insurance (Income Protection Plan) - The City offers disability insurance through payroll deductions for persons who become disabled and who are not yet eligible for a service retirement.
PAID TIME OFF
Sick Leave
Vacation
Holidays
OTHER LEAVE BENEFITS
The City also has the following paid and unpaid leaves; funeral leave, Family and Medical Leave, jury duty, military duty leave, unpaid personal leave,
RETIREMENT BENEFITS
City Employees Retirement System
As a regular City employee you automatically become a member of the General Retirement System. This entitles you to a retirement allowance after:
Completion of thirty (30) years of service;
At age sixty (60) if you have at least ten (10) years of service, or
At age sixty-five (65) with eight (8) years of service.
In the event of disability, other eligibility rules apply);
An early, actuarially reduced, retirement is offered after you have attained at least twenty-five (25) years of service;
Employees are vested after ten (10) years of service, regardless of age.
ADVANCEMENT OPPORTUNITIES - Employees have many opportunities for growth and career advancement throughout all City departments and divisions.
Have a successful career with the City of Detroit. Always remember that you are a part of a team with a common Vision of delivering excellent service to the citizens of the City of Detroit.
01
Please indicate your highest level of education completed
High School Diploma/GED
Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Master's Degree
PhD/J.D.
No Education experience
02
How many years of legal experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience, provided the law license requirement is met by the end of the year?
Less than 1 year
2 to 5 years of experience
6 to 9 years of experience
10 or more years of experience
03
Will you have obtained your law license by the end of this year (June 1, 2026), as this is a requirement for the position? If so, please explain in detail the current status of your license and any steps remaining to obtain it, if necessary.
04
Did you provide a Writing Sample, which provide a short writing sample (no longer than five pages) that demonstrates your analytical skills. This sample must be your original work and completed without the use of AI or other automated writing assistance.
Yes
No
05
Did you attach your cover letter, updated detailed resume, references and required attachment to your application? (Failure to do so may result in your application being screened out)
Yes
No
06
This position is an appointed position, which means it is designated to "serve at the pleasure of" a specific authority. In other words, the appointee holds the position at the discretion of the appointing authority and could be removed without cause. Do you understand what it means to be in an appointed position?
Yes
No
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Employer
City of Detroit
Address
Coleman A. Young Municipal Center 2 Woodward Ave ste 316 Detroit, Michigan, 48226
Website
http://www.detroitmi.gov/Detroit-Opportunities/Find-A-Job
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