Assistant Attorney General - Criminal Prosecutor Job at State of Ohio, Columbus, OH

  • State of Ohio
  • Columbus, OH

Job Description

Job Description - Assistant Attorney General - Criminal Prosecutor (260006RW) Assistant Attorney General - Criminal Prosecutor ( 260006RW ) Organization Attorney General Agency Contact Name and Information : Ashley.Baas@OhioAGO.gov Unposting Date Sep 22, 2026, 3:59:00 AM Primary Location United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus Compensation : Commensurate with experience Schedule Full-time Work Hours : M-F, 8am - 5pm Union : Exempt from Union Primary Job Skill Attorney/Legal Technical Skills : Attorney/Legal Professional Skills : Attention to Detail, Collaboration, Strategic Thinking, Verbal Communication, Written Communication Agency Overview The Ohio Attorney General’s Office has played a vital role in shaping Ohio’s past and present and the work it does today helps chart the state’s future. The office consists of nearly 30 distinct sections that advocate for consumers and victims of crime, assist the criminal justice community, provide legal counsel for state offices and agencies, and enforce certain state laws. In these and other capacities, staff members interact with tens of thousands of Ohioans each year. Job Description The Ohio Attorney General's Office is currently seeking an experienced and motivated candidate for an Assistant Attorney General - Criminal Prosecutor in the Health Care Fraud Section. The Ohio Attorney General's Office battles fraud in the health care industry through the Medicaid Fraud Control Unit and the Workers' Compensation Fraud Unit. The Medicaid Fraud Control Unit is responsible for the investigation and prosecution of health care providers accused of defrauding the state's Medicaid program. In addition, this Unit enforces Ohio's Patient Abuse and Neglect Law, which protects the mentally and physically disabled and the elderly from neglect and abuse in Ohio's long-term care facilities. The Workers' Compensation Fraud Unit is responsible for prosecuting claimants, employers, and health care providers who defraud the Ohio Workers' Compensation Program. Successful candidates will work independently and possess excellent research and writing skills. Criminal Law experience is a plus. This position will work a hybrid in-person/remote schedule. There may be changes to this schedule based on training and operational needs. The headquarter location is our Columbus Office. Duties include but are not limited to the following: Prosecute, present cases to the grand jury, and handle all trial and appellate matters related to allegations of fraud against the Medicaid program and patient abuse and neglect in care facilities; as well as allegations of fraud against the Ohio Workers Compensation program.

  • Appears in public or private, formal or informal settings to discuss law and policy; fulfills exclusive authorization of Attorney General to practice law on behalf of state personnel
  • Enforces state laws and regulations concerning health, safety, welfare, crime and civil statutes
  • Drafts and reviews legal documents (e.g. motions, briefs, etc.)
  • Drafts and responds to discovery
  • Works closely with Medicaid Special Agents throughout investigation and prosecution of cases
  • Assigns technical personnel (e.g. investigators) to collect evidence and data for case work for cases involving Medicaid fraud and patient abuse and neglect in preparation for court or presentation to grand jury
May require travel; may work varied hours. Why Work for the State of Ohio At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website ! Our benefits package includes: Medical Coverage Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more) Public Retirement Systems ( such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS ) &Optional Deferred Compensation ( Ohio Deferred Compensation ) *Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position. Qualifications Licensed to practice law in the State of Ohio pursuant to Section 4705.01 of the Ohio Revised Code. PreferredQualifications: Experience in Litigation and Criminal law Technical Skills: Attorney/legal, Attention to detail, Collaboration, Strategic Thinking, Verbal Communication, Written Communication Supplemental Information The Attorney General’s Office is a dynamic organization that offers career opportunities across many different disciplines. AGO leadership strives to maintain an inclusive workplace. We begin by being an equal opportunity employer, a workplace where talent gains you entry and performance determines your career path. Staff can join and lead employee resource groups, participate in online or in-person events discussing society’s impact on our services and workplace, and learn about different cultures and experiences. Employees of the Attorney General's Office must have been in their current positions for at least 12 months in order to be eligible for consideration. The Attorney General's Office may fill additional, similar positions as a result of this posting.The Ohio Attorney General’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Serves at the pleasure of the Attorney General per O.R.C. 124.14(B)(2).

AGO#: 26-09-133

Background Check Info: Selected candidate(s) will be subject to the following background checks: Criminal history Driving record Taxes Drug Test In addition, an Internet search may be conducted of publicly available and job-related information through social media (Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter, etc.) or through the use of search engines (Google, Bing, etc.). ADA Statement Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Ohio

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Work at office, Immediate start, Remote work

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