Deputy Legal Counsel

State of Ohio•Columbus, OH

1d•$43•Onsite

About The Position

The Attorney 5 position reports directly to the Chief Legal Counsel at the Ohio Department of Veterans Services (ODVS). This role requires extensive knowledge of substantive & procedural law, rules & procedures applicable to ODVS in order to coordinate legal program of agency. This position provides legal advice & consultation to the Director & agency personnel, including but not limited to assisting with contracts, labor/personnel matters, fiscal issues, policy and procedure management, regulatory compliance, administrative investigations, rulemaking, veteran benefit oversight, veteran committees, OVH admissions eligibility, Criminal Records check reviews, etc. Reviews & maintains a working knowledge of all legislation, case law, rules, & federal/state guidance that apply to DVS and OVH. Acts as legal counsel to OVH including but not limited to providing legal guidance to DVS personnel at OVH; aiding in the creation, implementation, and oversight of OVH policies and procedures; conducts relevant legal trainings for DVS and OVH personnel; Acts as liaison between OVH and the Ohio Attorney General’s Office (AGO) in matters in which the AGO represents OVH; and addressing ethics matters at OVH. Duties include traveling to each OVH at a frequency determined by DVS Chief Legal Counsel. Plans, directs & coordinates legal programs & supervises records management staff as assigned. Conducts legal research & prepares briefs, contracts, leases, orders & other legal documents; conducts hearings; reviews &/or oversees reviews of complaints for potential legal violations; oversees preparation & review of all division/agency legal documents; Additional duties as assigned. The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, 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. At the Ohio Department of Veterans Services, we have the unique mission of empowering veterans & their families to thrive, through commitment, compassion, & community. Want to learn more about what we do? visit us at https://dvs.ohio.gov/what-we-do

Requirements

Admission to Ohio Bar pursuant to Section 4705.01 of Revised Code
18 months of experience as a licensed attorney
6 months of experience in supervisory principles/techniques
Job Skills: Attorney/Legal
Must verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.
Must provide details of minimum qualifications on the application form. Failure to do so will prohibit consideration of the applicant.
New hires agree to participate in the State of Ohio Direct Deposit of Paycheck Program per Section 124.151(B) of the Ohio Revised Code.
Applications must be received no later than 11:59PM of the posting deadline date listed. Applications received after 11:59PM on the designated deadline date will not be considered.
Applications must be submitted online at http://careers.ohio.gov/. Paper applications will not be accepted or considered.

Responsibilities

Coordinate legal program of agency.
Provide legal advice and consultation to the Director and agency personnel.
Assist with contracts, labor/personnel matters, fiscal issues, policy and procedure management, regulatory compliance, administrative investigations, rulemaking, veteran benefit oversight, veteran committees, OVH admissions eligibility, Criminal Records check reviews.
Review and maintain a working knowledge of all legislation, case law, rules, and federal/state guidance that apply to DVS and OVH.
Act as legal counsel to OVH, including providing legal guidance to DVS personnel at OVH.
Aid in the creation, implementation, and oversight of OVH policies and procedures.
Conduct relevant legal trainings for DVS and OVH personnel.
Act as liaison between OVH and the Ohio Attorney General’s Office (AGO) in matters in which the AGO represents OVH.
Address ethics matters at OVH.
Travel to each OVH at a frequency determined by DVS Chief Legal Counsel.
Plan, direct & coordinate legal programs.
Supervise records management staff as assigned.
Conduct legal research and prepare briefs, contracts, leases, orders & other legal documents.
Conduct hearings.
Review &/or oversee reviews of complaints for potential legal violations.
Oversee preparation & review of all division/agency legal documents.
Perform additional 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)
Starting Hourly Pay: $43.09
Incredible Medical Coverage begins the 1st of the month following your Start Date
Generous Benefits Package Including Vacation, Sick, Holiday, and Personal Leave
Retirement/pension, deferred compensation, credit union benefits available