Education Program Manager/Counsel

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Supreme Court of Ohio is seeking to fill the position of Education Program Manager/Counsel in the Office of the Judicial College. The Education Program Manager/Counsel is responsible for designing, developing, implementing and administering Judicial College curricula for all audiences of the Judicial College, with a focus on providing education via live courses, to be delivered in-person or electronically and providing legal research and analysis in support of judicial education.

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.
• Demonstrated progressive experience in education, law, court administration, public administration, legal research, and/or a related field.
• Knowledge of adult learning principles, judicial education, and/or instructional design is required.
• Ability to design, deliver, and evaluate courses, including needs assessments, learning objectives, outlines, and collaborating with faculty on content and teaching methods.
• Ability to work effectively with others, including colleagues, departments, and external partners, to achieve common goals and enhance organizational performance.
• Ability to serve as a subject matter advisor within the office function.
• Designs, implements, and oversees program frameworks, methodologies, and governance structures.
• Provides guidance on complex, high impact initiatives aligned with organizational strategy.
• Advises senior leadership on program risks, priorities, tradeoffs, and long term outcomes.
• Demonstrates knowledge of legal principles, procedures, and practices; applies critical thinking and sound judgment to interpret laws, analyze legal issues, and ensure compliance with applicable statutes and regulations.
• 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 troubleshoot, think critically, and solve issues independently.
• Establish and maintain collaborative, effective working relationships with all stakeholders.
• Works with customers to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problems, or satisfy their expectations.
• Ability to assess complex issues logically.
• Requires ability to work extended hours as needed and to travel on Court business is required, including overnight stays.
• Driver’s license is required.
• 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.
• Attention to Detail
• Written Communication
• Verbal Communication
• Attorney/Legal
• Education

Responsibilities

• Plans, designs, and develops educational programs for judges, magistrates, court personnel, and other assigned audiences.
• Conducts needs assessments and analyzes results, sharing findings with planning committees.
• Designs curriculum with stakeholders and contributes to online course development.
• Estimates costs, monitors expenses, and selects/negotiates faculty fees.
• Coordinates logistics and conducts planning meetings, ensuring alignment with adult learning theory.
• Writes course objectives and announcements; reviews and approves course content.
• Requests accreditation and provides justification for course credits.
• Leads and supports faculty and participants during educational events, ensuring high-quality experiences.
• Hosts webinars, providing leadership and support to faculty and participants.
• Sets up, troubleshoots, and ensures technology functions properly at in-person events.
• Supervises registration, engages with participants, and resolves issues during sessions.
• Monitors program progress and gathers feedback to improve future courses.
• Analyzes course evaluations, shares results with stakeholders, and integrates feedback into future planning.
• Sends thank you messages to faculty and leads debrief meetings for continuous improvement.
• Ensures course materials are archived in compliance with standards.
• Manages financial resources, analyzes trends, and forecasts future needs.
• Conducts legal research and analyzes legislation, statutes, case law, and court rules affecting judicial education and Judicial College operations.
• Assists with the development and review of educational resources, drafting of rule amendments, documents, processes, and contracts, as needed.
• Advises Judicial College staff regarding legal education needs and emerging issues impacting judicial officers.
• Participates in meetings to enhance processes, customer service, and educational offerings.
• Contributes to the writing of Judicial College procedures and policies and ensures compliance.

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: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree