Attorney 3 20025650

State of Ohio • Elyria, OH

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Guided by the agency's mission "To reduce recidivism among those we touch," the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction and the Division of Parole and Community Services are looking for a dedicated security-minded criminal justice professional to assume the duties and responsibilities of an Attorney 3 located in Lorain County. All external candidates must start at Step 1. At six months of employment, you will proceed to Step 2. At each subsequent year, you will move to the next pay step as indicated below. Step 1: $34.53 Step 2: $36.20 Step 3: $38.01 Step 4: $39.86 Step 5: $41.81 Step 6: $43.90 Step 7: $46.00 Step 8: $48.28 Step 9: $50.66 All new hires must complete a 365-day probationary period.

Requirements

• Admission to Ohio Bar pursuant to Section 4705.01 of Revised Code; 6 mos. exp. as licensed attorney.
• The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis).
• This position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.
• The final applicant selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check.
• The final applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to an appointment to test for illegal drug use.
• This position is also subject to Federal Alcohol. Tobacco and Firearms (ATF) regulations that prohibit someone to carry, transport, or otherwise possess firearm(s) and/or ammunition from consuming marijuana, including medical marijuana.
• Medical marijuana is prohibited as a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test for final applicants in this position.
• Individuals under a federal or state weapons disability.
• This position requires firearms certification/recertification and use;
• Individuals who have engaged in sexual abuse in a prison or other confinement facility; have been civilly or administratively adjudicated, or convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, implied threats of force, or if the victim did not or was unable to consent;
• Individuals convicted of soliciting or providing support for an act of terrorism, terrorism, or money laundering to support terrorism;
• Individuals who have been convicted of or pled guilty to a felony where a direct correlation exists between the position and prior criminal behavior. (example: individuals convicted of a felony involving fraud, deceit, or theft from holding a position that has substantial management or control over the property of a state agency.)

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

• Work under direction and present and advise on administrative hearings as violation hearing attorney for Adult Parole Authority, require considerable knowledge of substantive and procedural law to provide legal advice and consultation.
• Develop and present cases and testimony at revocation and violation hearings on behalf of the Adult Parole Authority (APA) for parolees or other releasees who have been charged with violating conditions of their community supervision.
• Interpret legal issues regarding the violation process.
• Review evidence, documents, records, and reports to be presented at hearings and makes determination regarding subpoenas to be issued.
• Interact and correspond with witnesses, defense attorneys, law enforcement officials, prosecutors and other criminal justice officials in preparation for violation hearings.
• Interview inmates, releasees and witnesses.
• Examine and cross examine witnesses.
• Prepare and submit legal pleadings and memoranda.
• Review and evaluate reports to make recommendations regarding community sanctions or confinement.
• Conduct legal research.
• Review agency programs and policies for legal implication and drafts new policies.
• Prepare reports and maintain records and metrics.
• Maintain security of confidential records
• Provide legal advice to Adult Parole Authority staff and respond to inquiries and correspondence to include public record requests from members of community and various other criminal justice systems.
• Require extensive travel and may require overnight stays.
• Attend meetings with attorneys and/or in-house counsel, training, and conferences.
• May give presentations and conduct training.
• Work on special projects and/or committees as assigned.
• Must conduct themselves professionally and in a law-abiding manner at all times in accordance with Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction Standards of Employee Conduct.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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 )

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed