Legal Counsel

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.

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.

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school required. At all times during employment with the Court, must be an attorney properly admitted to the practice of law, be in active and in good standing. This is typically acquired through two to five years of legal experience directly related legal experience in the public or private sector.

• Legal Knowledge (Proficient):
  Applies legal knowledge independently to analyze issues, interpret laws, and make sound decisions. Provides guidance to others on routine legal matters.
• Legal Research:
  Proficiency in analyzing statutes, case law, and regulations.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Ability to articulate thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively either verbally or in writing.
• Independence and Teamwork:
  Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Relationship Building:
  Establish and maintain collaborative, effective working relationships with all stakeholders.
• Analytical Thinking:
  Ability to assess complex issues logically.
• Problem Solving:
  Ability to troubleshoot, think critically, and solve issues independently.

This position operates in a professional office environment. Occasional travel on Court business may be required. This role routinely uses standard office equipment, including but not limited to computers and phones. Primarily a sedentary role; this position requires the ability to lift files and documents and involves constant operation of computer or other office equipment. Regular duties include communicating and exchanging information, as well as moving about the office and building as needed.

Employees may be regularly exposed to sensitive information and the employee is expected to keep any such information strictly confidential. In completing the duties and responsibilities of the position, the Court expects the employee will:

• Adhere to all Court policies, guidelines, practices, and procedures;
• Act as a role model both inside and outside the Court;
• Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others;
• Work to maintain constructive working relationships;
• Maintain a positive and respectful approach with superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the Court;

Professional Skill(s):
Organizing and Planning, Strategic Thinking, Critical Thinking, Ethics and Values, Verbal Communication, Conflict Management, Written Communication
Technical Skill(s):
Attorney/Legal

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Legal Advice:
  Provides legal and policy counsel to the Chief Justice, Justices, Court leadership and staff regarding a wide variety of programs, policies, and regulations. Collaborates with other Supreme Court policy, legal, and research personnel.
• Legal…