Attorney 3 - Hearing Officer

State of Ohio•Columbus, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Ohio Department of Taxation is responsible for the administration of individual and business taxes across the state. Guided by our Mission Statement, we are ONE TEAM providing education, innovation, outreach, and exceptional service to our customers through courtesy, accuracy, and responsiveness in each interaction. Taxation is committed to building a strong and skilled workforce. We invest in the development of each employee through comprehensive training, a competitive total compensation package that includes benefits (medical, dental, and vision insurance), tuition reimbursement, health and wellness programs, work-life balance initiatives, and opportunities for career advancement. The Ohio Department of Taxation is seeking to fill one (1) Attorney 3 position in the Legal Division.

Requirements

Admission to Ohio Bar pursuant to Section 4705.01 of Revised Code
6 mos. exp. as licensed attorney
Attorney/Legal Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check.
Section 2961 of the Ohio Revised Code prohibits individuals convicted of a felony including but not limited to fraud, deceit, or theft from holding a position that has substantial management or control over the property of a state agency.
Additionally, section 5703.081 of the Ohio Revised Code requires the Ohio Department of Taxation employees to promptly file and pay tax returns.

Nice To Haves

Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above may be substituted for the experience required, but not for the mandated licensure.

Responsibilities

Conducts administrative hearings for assessment and refund appeal cases.
Writes final determinations conveying the Tax Commissioner’s final decision of an administrative appeal case.
Analyzes settlement offers related to administrative appeal cases.
Conducts legal research and prepares reports for The Ohio Department of Taxation teams.
Provides legal advice to The Ohio Department of Taxation teams and other state and local agencies and officials.
Responds to inquiries from general public and provides excellent customer service to taxpayers.

Benefits

medical, dental, and vision insurance
tuition reimbursement
health and wellness programs
work-life balance initiatives
opportunities for career advancement
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 )