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    Attorney 5 - Columbus, United States - State of Ohio

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    Who We Are

    The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) supports Ohioans and their families through the following programs:


    • Public Assistance
    • Workforce Development
    • Unemployment Insurance
    • Adult Protective Services
    • Child Support
    Public service is an honorable way to serve the community in a hands-on dedicated way. You can make a difference in someone's world

    Agency Mission


    To improve the well-being of Ohio's workforce and families by promoting economic self-sufficiency and ensuring the safety of Ohio's most vulnerable citizens.

    Our Vision

    To be the nation's leading workforce development and family support system.

    Our Values

    Accountability, Innovation, Teamwork, Integrity, and Compassion

    Office of Legal and Acquisition Services

    THIS POSITION IS UNCLASSIFIED PER A) (9), OHIO REVISED CODE.

    What You'll Do


    Under the supervision of Deputy Chief Counsel, provides legal counsel for the Office of Legal and Acquisitions Services (OLAS) by supporting Deputy Chief Counsels and Chief Legal Counsel in legal and contract matters of the Department.

    You will serve as legal counsel to the Office of Workforce Development (OWD), Office of Information Services (OIS), Governor's Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives (GOFBCI) and Bureau of State Hearings (BSH).

    You will also support, as legal counsel, the Office of Contracts and Acquisitions (OCA) and the Office of the Chief Data and Analytics Officer (OCDAO)


    • Serves as Senior Counsel, under direction of Deputy Chief Counsel and Chief Counsel.
    • Provides legal advice and counsel to the Director, Deputy Directors and Chief Counsel.
    • Advises on legal matters pertaining to the Office of Workforce Development (OWD), Office of Information Services (OIS), Governor's Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives (GOFBCI) and Bureau of State Hearings (BSH)
    • Provides legal advice to assigned offices on public records and confidentiality matters and serves as the legal liaison on matters between assigned offices and the Attorney General's Office (AGO).
    • Provides legal counsel to the Office of Contracts and Acquisitions (OCA) and Office of the Chief Data and Analytics Officer (OCDAO) by preparing contracts, grant agreements, data sharing agreements, memorandums of understandings and inter-agency agreements;
    • As part of contract-related duties, conducts negotiations on behalf of the Department and drafts research memorandum and guidance on matters pertaining to contracts and data sharing.
    • Drafts contracts or otherwise reviews and approves work product of contract drafting staff; provides feedback in the preparation of various kinds of contracts and data sharing agreements.
    • Liaises with OCA, OCDAO and program areas regarding specific contract related needs (e.g. data to be shared, goods and services to be purchased, compensation structure, budget, and corrections or amendments); completes input and tracking of contracts and contract related documents into the Department's databases.

    Schedule:
    Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; Hybrid Schedule

    Travel:
    Travel required, as needed. Must provide own transportation or, in order to operate a state vehicle, you must have a valid driver's license.

    PN(s):

    The ideal candidate, at minimum, must have the following:

    Admission to Ohio Bar pursuant to Section of Revised Code;


    AND
    18 mos. exp. as licensed attorney;


    AND
    6 mos. exp. in supervisory principles/techniques.

    Technical & Professional Skills Utilized:
    Attorney/Legal, Decision Making, Problem Solving, Confidentiality, Attention to Detail

    Tips For Your Application


    When completing the different sections of this application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in this job posting.

    We cannot give you credit for your Work Experience and Education & Certifications if you do not provide that information in your online application.

    Information in attached resumes or cover letters must be entered into your application in the appropriate Work Experience or Education & Certification sections to be considered.

    Pay Information


    This position is in the State of Ohio's E1 Pay Schedule, Pay Range 15 Unless required by legislation or union contract, starting salary will be the minimum salary of that pay range (step 1, currently $39.27 per hour).

    These ranges provide a standardized pathway for pay increases. With continued employment, new hires move to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. Cost of Living Adjustments increase wages in these ranges each fiscal year. The current step progression wages are in the table below.

    Pay Range 15

    Step 1

    Step 2

    Step 3

    Step 4

    Step 5

    Step 6

    Step 7

    Step 8

    Hourly

    $39.27

    $41.48

    $43.82

    $46.23

    $48.79

    $51.47

    $53.58

    $56.10

    Annual

    $81,681

    $86,278

    $91,145

    $96,158

    $101,483

    $107,057

    $111,446

    $116,688

    Months of Employment

    At Hire

    6 months

    18 months

    30 months

    42 months

    54 Months

    66 Months

    78 Months

    What's In It For You

    We offer our employees a sustainable lifestyle that includes a flexible work life balance making our agency a great place to work

    At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website.


    Our benefits package includes:
    Medical Coverage


    • Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the Ohio Med PPO plan. For more information, check out the MyBenefits Guide Online flipbook or PDF copy and see pages 8-9 for costs.
    Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance


    • Exempt: Dental, vision and basic life insurance premiums free starting the first of the month following start date.
    Time Away from Work and Work/Life Balance


    • Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
    • 11 paid holidays per year
    • Paid Childbirth/Adoption leave
    Ohio Public Employees Retirement System


    • OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee's salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.
    Deferred Compensation


    • The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. As a new employee, you will be automatically enrolled into Ohio Deferred Compensation unless you opt-out within 90 days of hire date. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.

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