Cc Attorney

CORPORATION COMMISSION

The Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) is one of the most unique state agencies in Arizona and one of only 13 public utility commissions in the country where commissioners are elected. Established by the Arizona Constitution, the ACC is a medium-sized agency with offices in Phoenix and Tucson. Our mission is diverse—spanning utility rate making; securities registration and enforcement; rail and pipeline safety; and corporate business filings—and we boast an average employment tenure of nearly 10 years. Learn more by visiting www.azcc.gov.

Address: 1300 W. Washington, Phoenix, AZ 85007
Flexible and Partial Remote Work Schedule Possible

Salary: $100K - $130K

Grade: ASR01

The Securities Division strives to preserve the integrity of the financial marketplace through investigative actions and the registration and oversight of securities, dealers and salespersons, and investment advisers; to enhance legitimate capital formation and deter financial fraud; and to minimize the burden and expense of regulatory compliance by legitimate business.
We are seeking an attorney in our Enforcement Section who wants to immediately handle significant financial fraud cases, sometimes involving millions of dollars, to protect the public.

You will review and analyze evidence collected by the division’s investigators, direct investigations, work with forensic accountants, draft pleadings, and litigate administrative and civil matters under the Arizona Securities Act and the Investment Management Act. Cases will be before the administrative law judges and in state and Federal courts. You will have experience in handling complex matters. You will analyze legal issues and provide recommendations to Securities Division management and to the Arizona Corporation Commission. You will assist county, state, and Federal prosecutors in criminal prosecutions.

• Ability to understand and apply complex legal issues, especially securities regulation issues
• Litigation skills, or the confidence and enthusiasm to develop litigation skills
• Excellent communication and writing skills
• Legal research skills
• Motivation to help protect the public
• Ability to handle contentious negotiations
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to effectively perform high-level, independent legal work
• Active membership (in good standing) in the State Bar of Arizona, or eligible by waiver

Experience in the securities industry and/or financial fraud cases is preferred

• Any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of an employment/reference check and confirmation of any degrees/certifications.
• A.R.S. Section 40-101 prohibits Commission employees from having certain financial interests in entities that the Commission regulates. Applicants shall be required to disclose any interests they may have in the regulated entities during the application process, and as a condition of employment, to divest themselves of any prohibited interests.

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

• Excellent comprehensive benefits, including a top-ranked retirement plan, low-cost health coverage, supplemental policies such as vision and short-term disability, and generous paid vacation and sick leave programs
• Career and personal development support; multiple training and education opportunities and resources; qualifying Public Service Loan Forgiveness employer
• Interesting, challenging work in a public sector environment with the chance to make a real difference in our state
• We are a recognized Arizona Veteran Supportive Employer

This position participates in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) defined benefit pension.

If you have any questions, please feel free to email HumanResources@azcc.gov for assistance.