Legal Office Chief, Attorney ; PN

Job Description - Legal Office Chief, Attorney 6 (PN ) (250009GQ)

Legal Office Chief, Attorney 6 (PN ) ( 250009GQ )

Behavioral Health

Agency Contact Name and Information :
Mindy.

Mathewso.gov

Ongoing

James A Rhodes Office Tower 36 30 East Broad Street 36th Floor Columbus 43215

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County

Compensation :
Commensurate with edu/exp

Full-time

Work Hours : M-F, 8am-5pm, hours may vary

Union :
Exempt from Union

Attorney/Legal

Technical Skills :
Attorney/Legal

Professional Skills :
Consultation, Leading Others, Strategic Thinking, Written Communication, Confidentiality

Legal Office Chief
Attorney 6

Who we are:

At the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH), we strive to exemplify The Heart of Hope for individuals and families affected by mental health and substance use disorders.

We proudly employ over 2,800 dedicated employees across our six inpatient behavioral health hospitals, Ohio Pharmacy Services, Ohio's prison systems, and the central office located in the James

A. Rhodes State Office Tower in Columbus, OH.

DBH Values:

• Service-Oriented (Person Centered, Solution Oriented, Customer Service Focused)
• Collaborative (Approachable, Reasonable, Transparent)
• Value Driven
• Innovative (Yes Before No)
• Strong Sense of Urgency

Our team of highly qualified professionals advances a critical system of behavioral healthcare in Ohio that helps people be well, get well, and stay well. Join our collaborative, service-oriented environment, where you will be respected and valued.

The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is proud to be an Ohio Recovery Friendly Workplace, committed to supporting the health and well-being of all employees, including those in recovery. foster an inclusive, stigma‑free environment where individuals impacted by mental health and substance use challenges are valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. Our workplace culture promotes wellness, second‑chance hiring, and recovery‑informed policies that reflect our mission to serve Ohioans with compassion and respect, both in the community and within our own team.

Please note: Effective October 1, 2025, the Ohio Department of Mental Health & Addiction Services has transitioned to its new name—the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health
. This change reflects our continued commitment to providing comprehensive, person‑centered care that addresses the full range of behavioral health needs for Ohioans. All positions and services now fall under the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health as we move forward in serving individuals, families, and communities across the state.

The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Legal Office Chief, Attorney 6 to provide executive‑level legal leadership and oversight for the Department’s statewide legal program. This position serves as a senior legal advisor to agency leadership and plays a critical role in shaping legal strategy, policy development, and risk management across all department institutions, hospitals, and offices.

This vital leadership position develops, implements, and coordinates comprehensive legal programs with statewide impact and provides direct assistance to the Chief Legal Counsel while supervising legal and support staff.

• Serves as a trusted legal advisor to the Agency Director, Deputy Directors, and senior leadership staff.
• Represents the Department in complex, sensitive, and confidential legal matters with significant operational and policy implications.
• Assists in the development, revision, interpretation, and implementation of agency policies, procedures, and directives related to:
  • Legal and administrative operations
  • Administrative rules
  • Public records requests
  • Medicaid matters
  • Licensure and certification issues
• Ensures consistent and compliant application of legal standards across the agency.
• Develops, coordinates, and administers agency legal policy.
• Manages agency litigation, including:
  • Assigning and monitoring cases
  • Tracking litigation progress
  • Estimating potential liability
  • Developing legal recommendations…