Civil Enforcement Division, Charitable Activities Section – Attorney-In-Charge
The Oregon Department of Justice is seeking an outstanding leader to be the next Attorney-In-Charge of the Charitable Activities Section of the Civil Enforcement Division. This position is Portland-based with opportunities for working remotely on a hybrid schedule.
The Charitable Activities Section is responsible for administering the Attorney General’s oversight authority over charities and protecting the public’s interest in charitable organizations and their assets. The section uses a multifaceted approach to accomplishing its mission: maintaining a system of charitable registration and financial reporting; educating the public and charities about legal requirements; and conducting investigations and taking enforcement action when necessary. The section also administers licensing requirements for nonprofit gaming.
The AIC is responsible the daily operations of each of these program areas. The AIC works closely with the Section’s Chief Investigator to manage a team of administrative specialists, investigators, and attorneys. The AIC will get to both manage a regulatory program and litigate enforcement cases. The AIC will develop an understanding of the systems used to track compliance with registration and reporting requirements. The AIC also interprets legal requirements and makes policy decisions with respect to the charitable registry. Charitable oversight intersects with many different areas of the law and financial data is often central to the section’s cases—a broad legal background and some financial experience is helpful.
The AIC will coordinate with Civil Enforcement Division leadership as well as the Office of the Attorney General. The AIC will have the opportunity to influence enforcement decisions through selecting cases and developing investigative and legal strategies. The AIC also assists in responding to frequent media and public records inquiries and may also interact with legislators and their staff.
The AIC is part of the Civil Enforcement Division management team and helps formulate and implement policy for the division and the department. The Oregon Department of Justice promotes diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging among our employees and seeks an applicant with awareness and commitment to these values. As we advise our clients and engage with one another, these values motivate and guide our actions.
Questions regarding this position may be directed to Claudia Groberg, Civil Enforcement Division Chief Counsel, at Claudia.Groberg@doj.oregon.gov or Kristen Gilman, Civil Enforcement Division Deputy Chief Counsel, at kristen.a.gilman@doj.oregon.gov.
In an ongoing effort to attract and retain diverse candidates, we are hopeful you’ll share our recruitment with members of your association, organization, or section members. I am available by phone or email if you have questions.
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Attorney-In-Charge (Charitable Activities Section)
Closes June 5, 2025 at 11:58 p.m.
