Attorney 5 at Ohio Department of Administrative Services

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Feb, 26

Salary

61.56

Posted On

26 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Attorney, Legal, Problem Solving, Verbal Communication

Industry

Government Administration

Description

What You'll Do: Ohio Department of Public Safety - Director's Office/Legal Services Report In Location: 1970 West Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43223 Work Hours: 8:00am - 5:00pm Compensation: $43.09 - $61.56 (Rate to be determined base off of education & experience) Perks of Working for the Ohio Department of Public Safety Multiple pay increases over your first years of service! Free Parking! Free Onsite Gym and Walking Path! Daycare On-site! Cafeteria On-site! Under administrative direction, serves in a fiduciary capacity & plans, directs, & coordinates legal program for assigned division within the Ohio Department of Public Safety (ODPS) (i.e., cases have legal impact on other state agencies, governmental jurisdictions &/or private sector): Conducts operations (e.g., research, case management, contract review) involving matters having legal impact in assigned areas. Provides legal advisory services in assigned area; Conducts research & develops legal advisory services in assigned area; Conducts research & develops legal documentation pursuant to request or need. Conducts legal research & prepares briefs, contracts, leases, orders & other legal documents. Reviews &/or oversees the review of complaints for potential legal violations. Collaborates with Ohio Attorney General on complex litigation matters before state & federal courts & administrative bodies. Provides legal counsel for agency officials, or participates in representing the Director, Assistant Directors & Deputy Directors in legal matters related to agency work. Provides assistance in resolving complex questions of law. Represents high-level management in meetings where legal expertise is required & answers legal inquiries from government officials &/or the public. Under the direction of agency Chief Legal Counsel & Assistant Chief Legal Counsel, coordinates legal services. Assists in development of legal policies & procedures in assigned areas in matters having a legal impact on other state agencies & in assigned areas. Develops & implements policies relating to legal functions. Reviews draft administrative rules for legal input; Reviews bills as they are introduced for possible impact on the department. Attends, participates, &/or leads meetings, conferences, trainings, or hearings as required. Performs other duties as assigned by the Chief Legal Counsel, Assistant Chief Legal Counsel, or Director's Office. Must maintain current certificate of registration pursuant to Rule VII of Rules of government of Bar of Ohio. Helpful Tips for Applying: Be detailed when describing your current/previous work duties. The more the better!! Don't just write "see attached resume". Tailor your application for each position you apply for. You should clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in this job posting. Respond to all questions asked. If you do not have the education/training/experience that is being asked, select either "No" or "N/A". Option1: Admission to Ohio Bar pursuant to Section 4705.01 of Revised Code; 18 mos. exp. as licensed attorney; 6 mos. exp. in supervisory principles/techniques. Job Skills: Attorney/Legal Technical Skills: Attorney/Legal, Law Professional Skills: Problem Solving, Verbal Communication

Responsibilities

Under administrative direction, the attorney serves in a fiduciary capacity and coordinates the legal program for the assigned division within the Ohio Department of Public Safety. This includes conducting legal research, providing legal advisory services, and collaborating with the Ohio Attorney General on complex litigation matters.