Criminal Justice Policy Counsel

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

15h • Onsite

About The Position

The Supreme Court of Ohio is seeking to fill the position of Criminal Justice Policy Counsel in the Office of Court Services. The Criminal Justice Policy Counsel is responsible for providing assistance to internal and external justice system partners through a variety of methods including the dissemination of information to judges, local court staff, and justice system partners; technical assistance; and education in key functional areas with a focus on domestic violence programs and criminal justice matters in Ohio courts. Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school required with admittance to the bar required within the first six months of employment.
• Upon admittance to the bar, at all times during employment with the Court, must be an attorney properly admitted to the practice of law, be in active and in good standing.
• Typically requires zero to two years of directly related legal experience.
• Valid drivers’ license is required.
• Ability to work nonstandard hours and to travel on Court business is required, including overnight travel.
• Employees may be regularly exposed to sensitive information and the employee is expected to keep any such information strictly confidential.
• Adhere to all Court policies, guidelines, practices, and procedures.
• Act as a role model both inside and outside the Court.
• Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others.
• Work to maintain constructive working relationships.
• Maintain a positive and respectful approach with superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the Court.
• Demonstrate flexible and efficient time management, prioritize workload, and perform duties in a timely, accurate and thorough manner.
• Communicate regularly with the employee’s supervisors about work-related issues.
• Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
• Attorney/Legal Professional Skills: Critical Thinking, Ethics and Values, Verbal Communication, Conflict Management

Nice To Haves

• Experience in multiple areas of domestic violence law, criminal or civil, law or other domestic violence public policy experience is preferred.
• An understanding of effective court management processes is preferred.
• Proficiency in analyzing statutes, case law, and regulations.
• Demonstrates exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey information clearly and effectively.
• Ability to assess complex issues logically.
• Ability to troubleshoot, think critically, and solve issues independently.
• Ability to manage conflict effectively and handle difficult people and conversations effectively.
• Ability to work effectively with all levels of the Court and its constituents.
• Ability to speak in public and/or deliver engaging presentations.
• Skill in interpreting and leveraging data insights.
• Ability to write, interpret, and apply laws, rules, and policies, ensuring compliance and understanding within the context of judicial and governmental frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Provides assistance to judges, court administrators, clerks, local staff, justice system partners, and advisory committees through information dissemination, technical assistance, education, rules, business processes, and projects/grants.
• Monitors innovative trends and identifies effective practices related to domestic violence and criminal justice, disseminating information to judges, court staff, and justice system partners.
• Staffs, coordinates, and monitors meetings for the Supreme Court Advisory Committee on Domestic Violence, following up on suggestions and recommendations.
• Works with and provides administrative support to advisory committees/commissions; acts as staff liaison for court policy projects and recommendations. Serve as a liaison to the Domestic Violence Advisory Committee.
• Develops and manages domestic violence and criminal justice programs, prepares budgets, monitors expenses, manages grants and financial resources, and seeks alternative funding sources.
• Coordinates consultations, seminars, and meetings with experts; serves as a presenter for local court training; participates in regional/national associations and trainings.
• Develops and maintains relationships with judges, court staff, justice system partners, and relevant agencies at national, state, and local levels.
• Participates in outside agency boards, task forces, or workgroups; reports court-related topics to manager/director.
• Develops rules and standards to support domestic violence and criminal court programs.
• Directs evaluations and research on domestic violence and criminal court programs.
• Assists local courts in developing domestic violence and criminal programs; encourages collaboration with agencies and community resources.
• Facilitates roundtable meetings for judges and staff; attends related committees and public discussions.
• Assists in rule drafting, contract review, and preparation of written documents.
• Responds to constituent calls, suggests resources, and maintains ethical standards in providing information.
• Participates in evaluations and research; compiles and analyzes data to encourage evidence-based decision-making.
• Collaborates with Grant Administrator and Fiscal Officers to write and manage grants; completes grant reports on time; seeks alternative funding for special projects.

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: Entry Level