Current Job Opportunities
Why you should work at the Missouri Ethics Commission
Thank you for your interest in employment with the Missouri Ethics Commission. Through our electronic reporting systems and our website,
our agency provides critical information to the public about who contributes to candidates for public office, how candidates spend the
money they raise and how lobbyists spend funds on public officials. Our mission is to serve the public interest by promoting and maintaining
transparency, accountability, and compliance with campaign finance, lobbying, and conflict of interest laws. We educate and assist the
citizens of Missouri, public officials, lobbyist, and those participating in public elections by increasing awareness and understanding
of the law. We investigate and enforce these laws consistently.
We are a state agency with 24 positions and our staff receive state employee benefits including health insurance, paid sick and vacation time,
and retirement benefits depending on tenure with the state.
The Commission is an equal opportunity employer. If you have questions about
the job opportunities, call (573) 751-2020.
Investigator
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The Missouri Ethics Commission is accepting applications for an Investigator. Work includes but is not limited to the responsibility for gathering, analyzing and evaluating facts and preparing case summaries and recommendations for any administrative actions and/or prosecutions that may be necessary as well as testifying, as necessary, at Commission hearings or in court concerning investigative findings.
Requirements include either extensive prior investigative experience (civil or administrative cases preferred) or a bachelor’s degree with emphasis in accounting, business administration, criminal justice, social sciences or closely related areas along with 1-2 years auditing/investigative experience. Ability to independently formulate open-ended questions for interview. Ability to communicate and work effectively with agency staff, federal, state and local agencies and officials, business entities, law enforcement officials, prosecutors, witnesses and the general public. Ability to prepare clear and detailed reports of investigative findings. Ability to present written reports to the Commission. Ability to maintain strict confidentiality during and after the investigative process.
Position may require in-state travel. Salary range of $50,000 - $55,000 depending on experience. Resume and cover letter should be submitted via email to hrdept@mec.mo.gov or mailed to MEC Personnel, PO Box 1370, Jefferson City, MO 65102. Position will remain open until filled. EOE
Enforcement Counsel
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The Missouri Ethics Commission (MEC) is seeking an attorney to serve as Enforcement Counsel in its Jefferson City office. The MEC is a state agency responsible for campaign finance reporting, as well as lobbyist registration and reporting as well as Missouri’s conflict of interest statutes that are applicable to elected and appointed officials. The Commission investigates complaints alleging violations of the laws pertaining to these reporting areas. It also investigates alleged violations of Missouri’s conflict of interest statutes that are applicable to elected and appointed officials.
The Enforcement Counsel works directly with the MEC’s General Counsel and is primarily responsible for handling administrative cases that are pending before the Commission. This work includes communicating with individuals and/or other attorneys regarding cases, negotiating settlement of such cases whenever possible, and preparing for and conducting hearings before the Missouri Ethics Commission, the Administrative Hearing Commission, or Circuit Court when necessary. The Enforcement Counsel is also expected to support the work of the MEC by providing information and assistance to the Commission, its employees, and the general public as needed.
Qualified applicants must possess excellent analytical, interpersonal, written, verbal, and organizational skills. Litigation and/or administrative hearing experience would be a plus.
The candidate must possess a JD degree from an accredited university and be eligible for admission to the Missouri Bar. The salary range is from $67-$72K, commensurate with experience, for a full-time position. This position is based in Jefferson City; however, there is the possibility of some remote work on a case-by-case basis. The position will remain open until filled. Cover letter and resume should be submitted to: Missouri Ethics Commission, PO Box 1370, Jefferson City, MO 65102 or emailed to hrdept@mec.mo.gov. EOE