Attorney III (CSEA Attorney) (4890-12)

Hamilton County, Ohio•Cincinnati, OH

6d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is with Hamilton County Job and Family Services and focuses on child support matters. The role involves independently preparing and trying cases, attending court hearings, negotiating settlements, drafting legal documents, conducting legal research, and providing legal advice to agency staff. The agency is committed to equal employment opportunities, is a second-chance employer, and a recovery-friendly workplace.

Requirements

Completion of 24 credit hours of continuing legal education from accredited programs for applicable two-year reporting period pursuant to Rule X of Rules of Government of Bar of Ohio.
Current certificate of registration in good standing pursuant to Rule VII of Rules of Government of Bar of Ohio.
Three (3) years’ experience as an attorney in Ohio; or equivalent.
Admission to Ohio Bar pursuant to Section 4705.01 Revised Code.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of: law (i.e. procedural and substantive); legal research methods; legal writing; interviewing; federal and state regulations specific to assigned program; agency policies and procedures.
Skill In: Using legal research tools; use of management software; organization; operation of modern office equipment (computer, copier, fax machine, etc.); writing, analyzing information; use of computer and internet; public relations.
Ability to: deal with large number of variables and determine specific course of action; organize and interpret extensive variety of legal material in books, journals, or legal documents; communicate verbally regarding legal issues; handle sensitive contacts with government officials, adverse parties and/or general public; deliver speeches before general audience; write accurate reports.

Responsibilities

Independently prepares and tries cases related to child support matters.
Attends pre-trial conferences and court hearings.
Negotiates out-of-court settlements.
Drafts legal documents and pleadings.
Takes depositions.
Prepares and argues appeals as necessary.
Reviews cases for feasibility of court or other legal action.
Prepares legal pleadings/documents.
Files pleadings/documents with the court.
Drafts and prepares correspondence to clients.
Uses word processing to prepare pleadings/documents/correspondence.
Updates SETS with court dates, hearing results, genetic testing dates and results.
Updates running record comments on SETS.
Schedules genetic testing with laboratory.
Prepares court dockets.
Reviews administrative orders as necessary for filing with the court.
Performs all necessary clerical duties.
Conducts legal research of case and statutory law, state and federal rules and/or legal treatises on pertinent questions related to child support issues.
Prepares legal briefs, memorandums, and pleadings for use in judicial, quasi-judicial, and administrative proceeding at all levels of adjudication.
Provides legal advice and consultation to Assistant Director, Senior Attorney, Section Chiefs and Agency staff regarding child support matters.
Responds to inquiries from government officials, legislators, and the general public, as directed.
Attends meetings, roundtables and seminars and may present at same, as requested.
Maintains legal records.
Addresses citizens’ groups, as directed.
Attends conferences and training.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

Highly Competitive Employee Benefits Package
Generous Paid Time Off
11 Paid Holidays
Immediately Begin Accruing Paid Vacation and Sick Time
Paid Parental Leave
Ohio Public Employee Retirement System which includes 14% Employer Contribution AND a defined benefit option
Medical
HRA
Dental
Vision
Employer-Paid Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability
Tuition Reimbursement
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
Free On-Site Parking
Wellness Incentives
Robust Employee Assistance Program
Access to Free Medical and Rx through Marathon Health
Expansive Behavioral and Mental Health Resources