State Ethics Commission Director
Date Posted: Jul 17, 2026
Requisition ID: 480845
Location:
Indianapolis, IN, US, 46204
Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
About the Office of the Inspector General (OIG):
The Indiana Inspector General is responsible for investigating and addressing fraud, waste, abuse, and wrongdoing in any agency within the executive branch of Indiana state government. This includes any authority, board, branch, commission, committee, department, division or other instrumentality of the executive branch of Indiana state government. The Inspector General does not have jurisdiction over the judicial or legislative branches of state government or over local or county government.
The State Ethics Commission has jurisdiction over: (1) a current or former state officer; (2) a current or former employee of a state agency; (3) a person who has a business relationship with a state agency; or (4) a current or former special state appointee. The State Ethics Commission has ultimate authority to interpret the Indiana Code of Ethics.
Role Overview:
Within the Office of Inspector General (OIG), the Ethics Commission Director coordinates the activities of the State Ethics Commission and leads the advisory and engagement functions of the office. Duties include coordinating ethics commission meetings and hearings, coordinating and drafting of formal and informal advisory opinions, conducting legal research, coordinating education efforts for the OIG and coordinating agency ethics officers, among other duties.
Salary:
The salary for this position traditionally starts at $85,020.00 but may be commensurate with education and work experience. Use our Compensation Calculator (https://in.accessgov.com/spd/Forms/Page/spd/compensation-calculator/0) to view the total compensation package.
A Day in the Life:
The essential functions of this role are as follows:
Serve as legal advisor to the State Ethics Commission on procedures, the Code of Ethics, Open Door laws, and Administrative Rulemaking.
Responsible for organizing all matters pertaining to the State Ethics Commission meetings and assisting in drafting formal advisory opinions, orders, and final reports on behalf of the State Ethics Commission.
Responsible for administering the Financial Disclosure Statement program and all other disclosure and waiver filings with the State Ethics Commission and OIG.
Responsible for coordinating and issuing informal advisory opinions on behalf of the OIG.
Manage statewide ethics training programs, including biennial ethics training and development of educational materials, presentations, and conferences.
Conduct legal research and draft reports, legal memoranda, and other legal documents.
Responsible for assisting in matters pertaining to Legislative affairs.
Assist with media relations.
The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time.
This position is exempt from overtime compensation for additional work hours which may be required to complete essential functions or other assigned work. Exempt employees may work more than 75 hours in a pay period without additional compensation and must report a minimum of 75 hours per pay period of work hours and/or paid leave taken to receive their base biweekly salary.
What You'll Need for Success:
Individuals in this role should minimally be able to articulate or demonstrate the following:
Admission to the Indiana State Bar and maintain an active attorney licensure in good standing.
Knowledge of and experience in legal proceedings and enabling statutes of the OIG and State Ethics Commission. Must understand and observe the Indiana Administrative Orders and Procedures Act under IC 4-21.5.
Thorough knowledge of state government organization and procedures as well as state statutes, rules, and law governing areas of responsibility.
Ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, in a profession and courteous matter using tact, diplomacy, and authority.
Must demonstrate a high level of discretion and confidentiality.
Must be able to meet deadlines and prioritize workflow.
Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
Ability to solve problems.
Individuals should have the ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.
Supervisory Responsibilities/Direct Reports:
This role may serve as a team lead for an assigned work group.
This role may provide direct supervision for one or more staff members.
Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:
The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefit package for full-time employees which includes:
Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contribution
Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
12 paid holidays, 14 on election years
Education Reimbursement Program
Group life insurance
Referral Bonus program
Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
Free Parking for most positions
Free LinkedIn Learning access
Equal Employment Opportunity:
The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at jobs@spd.IN.gov.
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