Cincinnati- BWC Attorney 1- 20067587

State of Ohio • Springdale, OH

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Attorney represents the Bureau of Workers’ Compensation (BWC) at Ohio Industrial Commission hearings, presenting evidence, making legal arguments, and examining witnesses. The role reviews claim files and hearing notices to identify legal issues and determine case strategy; interprets Ohio workers’ compensation laws, rules, regulations, and BWC policy; and evaluates Industrial Commission decisions to determine whether appeals are appropriate. The attorney prepares and files appeals, motions, and supporting documentation, and provides legal advice and research support to BWC staff on claims, risk matters, agency operations, statutes, and case law. The position also responds to routine inquiries from external BWC customers, maintains case records and weekly reports, and drafts legal memoranda and opinions as needed. Participation in meetings, trainings, and seminars is expected to support continued learning and improvement.

This is a permanent, full-time classified position represented by OCSEA. The listed work location is 135 Merchant St., Suite 100, Springdale, Ohio. BWC’s core operating hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; daily start and end times may vary according to operational needs. Flex-time schedules, subject to operational need and supervisor approval, may allow starts between 7:00 a.m. and 8:30 a.m. The position may require travel, and the employee must provide their own transportation and/or be able to legally operate a state-owned vehicle. A 12-month probationary period applies. Applicants must be admitted to the Ohio Bar under Section 4705.01 of the Ohio Revised Code.

Requirements

• Admission to the Ohio Bar under Section 4705.01 of the Ohio Revised Code.
• Must be able to provide own transportation and/or legally operate a state-owned vehicle.
• Knowledge of law, public relations, human relations, BWC policies and procedures, workers’ compensation and Industrial Commission law, claims management, and the state insurance fund.
• Skill in using a personal computer.
• Ability to define problems; conduct legal research; collect data and evidence; establish facts and recommend appropriate legal recourse; review, edit, and draft appeals and motions; prepare legal reports, memoranda, and hearing summary sheets; and handle difficult interactions with injured workers, employers, and their representatives.

Responsibilities

• Represent BWC at Ohio Industrial Commission hearings by presenting evidence, making legal arguments, and examining witnesses.
• Review claim files and hearing notices to identify key legal issues and determine an appropriate approach for each case.
• Interpret Ohio workers’ compensation laws, rules, regulations, and BWC policy to guide case strategy and ensure accurate, compliant decisions.
• Evaluate Industrial Commission decisions and determine whether appeals are appropriate; prepare and file appeals, motions, and supporting documentation.
• Provide legal advice to internal BWC staff regarding claims, risk matters, and other agency operational issues.
• Research statutes and case law relevant to ongoing matters to support BWC staff.
• Respond to routine inquiries from external BWC customers with timely and accurate information.
• Maintain case records and weekly reports, and draft legal memoranda and opinions as needed.
• Participate in meetings, trainings, and seminars to stay informed and support continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Medical coverage.
• Free dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums after completion of the eligibility period.
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal leave, and sick leave, plus 11 paid holidays per year.
• Childbirth, adoption, and foster care leave.
• Education and development opportunities, including employee development funds and Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Public retirement systems, including OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS, and optional deferred compensation through Ohio Deferred Compensation.

What This Job Offers

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