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Job Description
The State of Ohio is a drugfree workplace which prohibits the use of (recreational /nonmedical cannabis). Please note this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio DrugFree Workplace Policy (HR39 and as outlined in the posting.
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 fulltime and parttime employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
- 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
*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.
What youll do at OhioMHAS:
In this role you will take the lead on providing legal support for agency procurement capital projects public records regulatory compliance and/or litigation management. You will also provide advice and risk management to Department staff on a wide range of matters including patient/client privacy statutory interpretation ethics health care compliance and internal policy review/implementation. As a legal advisor you will work closely with staff across of the agency and liaison with external stakeholders federal state and local partners and constituents.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as the lead legal advisor guiding policy decisions drafting documents and interpreting laws and regulations.
- Manage legal activities for major initiatives including public records and employment/labor matters.
- Review and provide input on proposed legislation and regulatory actions.
- Act as the departments legal representative in multiagency workgroups and negotiations.
- Provide legal consultation on complex issues including litigation settlements and contract negotiations.
- Collaborate with the Ohio Attorney General on legal matters and provide opinions and documentation.
- Assist with cases involving the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission Ohio Civil Rights Commission and other courts.
- Ensure consistency in legal procedures and case management across the agency.
- Write reports maintain legal documentation and attend meetings to provide updates and respond to inquiries.
This is anhourly position and is exempt from the bargaining units with a pay range of 15on theE1 Exempt Pay Range Schedule. Normal working hours are Monday through Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm (Flexible Schedule).
Unless required by any applicable union contract and/or requirements of the Ohio Revised Code the selected candidate will begin atStep 1 of the pay range schedule listed above with an opportunity for pay increase after six months of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.
This position is unclassified per 124.11 (A) 9 Ohio Revised Code.
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.
Supplemental Information
To learn more about our agency please visit our website at www.mha.ohio/.
Application Procedures
To be considered for this position you must apply online through this posting website (careers.ohio). We no longer accept paper applications. When completing your online Ohio Civil Service Application be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting. We will not give credit for your qualifications experience education and training in the job selection process if there is no evidence provided on your application. In addition see resume is not a substitution for completing supplemental questions. Answers to the supplemental questions must be fully supported by the work experience/education sections of your application. You may check the status of your application by signing into your profile on this website (careers.ohio). We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application. Be sure to check your email regularly.
Background Check Notice
The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicants prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process assessment &/or interview please contact Andrew Seifert EEO/ADA Administrator at or.
***For safety sensitive positions and unclassified permanent positions ONLY.
All final applicants tentatively selected for this class will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment.
Position Qualifications
Admission to Ohio Bar pursuant to Section 4705.01 of Revised Code; 18 mos. exp. as licensed attorney; 6 mos. exp. In supervisory principles/techniques.
TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT REQUIRED TO REMAIN IN THE CLASSIFICATION AFTER EMPLOYMENT:
Completion of 24 credit hours of continuing legal education from accredited programs for applicable twoyear reporting period pursuant to Rule X of Rules of Government of Bar of Ohio. Current certificate of registration pursuant to Rule VII of Rules of Government of Bar of Ohio.
Required Educational Transcripts
Official transcripts are required for all postsecondary education coursework or degrees listed on the application. Applicantsmustsubmit an official transcript before receiving a formal employment offer. Failure to provide transcripts within five 5 business days of the request will result in disqualification from further consideration. Transcripts printed from the institutions website will not be accepted. OhioMHAS reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degreegranting
Primary Job Skill: Attorney
Technical Skills: Attorney/Legal
Professional Skills: Building Trust Attention to Detail Listening Decision Making and Confidentiality
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Who we are:
At the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (OhioMHAS) we strive to exemplify The Heart of Hope for individuals and families affected by mental health and substance use disorders.
We proudly employ over 2800 dedicated employees across our six inpatient behavioral health hospitals Ohios prison facilities Ohio Pharmacy Services and the central office located in the James A. Rhodes State Office Tower in Columbus OH.
OhioMHAS Values:
- ServiceOriented (Person Centered Solution Oriented Customer Service Focused)
- Collaborative (Approachable Reasonable Transparent)
- Value Driven
- Innovative (Yes Before No)
- Strong Sense of Urgency
Our team of highly qualified professionals advances a critical system of behavioral healthcare in Ohio that helps people be well get well and stay well. Join our collaborative serviceoriented environment where you will be respected and valued.
Employment Type
Full-Time
