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Law Clerk (Program Administrator 1) -Central Office
Ohio Jobs, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43215
Law Clerk (Program Administrator 1) - Central Office
Organization: Civil Rights Commission Work Location: CIV Central Office, 30 East Broad Street, Columbus, 43215-3414 Schedule: Full-time Primary Job Skill: Program Management Technical Skills: Attorney/Legal, Communications, Investigation, Board and Commission Compliance, Compliance Enforcement, Law Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking, Verbal Communication, Written Communication Job Description: What you'll do: Assists with research, case analysis & evaluation & preparation of legal memoranda, agenda items, orders, subpoenas; reviews files; prepares & disseminates complaints, correspondence, orders, entries & legal memoranda; schedules in-person & virtual meetings, and conferences. Compiles case information electronically or through correspondence; uses expertise to support the General Counsel and Executive Director, manage office records; provides legal & administrative support to the General Counsel and Executive Director; (e.g., assists with drafting legal documents and correspondence, organizing case files, scheduling, and preparing materials for the Attorney General's Office; operates personal computer using Microsoft applications, web browsers & web-based research programs (i.e., Westlaw, LEXIS/NEXIS, Hannah News); operates OnBase, ARC and HEMS; operates photocopier, facsimile, label maker & other general office equipment. Monitor, track, and report legislation that may impact OCRC's authority, statute, and/or mission; prepare news clips relating to discrimination and other related matters; ensures all cases and required legal documentation are appropriately submitted & on time for commission meetings. Conducts legal & non-legal research; assists with preparing & providing legal based training; assists with maintaining & preparing Administrative Code rule revisions, bona fide occupational qualification (BFOQ) requests, logs, schedules & related legal ensures agency records are disposed of in accordance with records retention schedules; performs other related duties as assigned. Why Work for the State of Ohio: 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. 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. Qualifications: 36 mos. trg. or 36 mos. exp. in business administration, management science or public administration. -Or completion of undergraduate core program in business administration, management science or public administration; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in supervisory, administrative &/or managerial position which involved limited research & public contact. -Or completion of undergraduate core program in academic field commensurate with program area to be assigned per approved Position Description on file; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in supervisory, administrative, managerial &/or staff position which involved limited research & public contact. -Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply Preferred Qualifications: Successful completion of certification program for paralegal or legal assistant; 2 yrs. exp. in legal research & writing. -Or 24 mos. law school training. Job Skills: Program Management Pre-Employment Background Investigation: The final applicant selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration. Location: Candidates are expected to reside within the specified region (Central Office, 30 East Broad Street, 5th FL, Columbus, OH 43215) ADA Statement: 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. Drug-Free Workplace: 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.
Organization: Civil Rights Commission Work Location: CIV Central Office, 30 East Broad Street, Columbus, 43215-3414 Schedule: Full-time Primary Job Skill: Program Management Technical Skills: Attorney/Legal, Communications, Investigation, Board and Commission Compliance, Compliance Enforcement, Law Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking, Verbal Communication, Written Communication Job Description: What you'll do: Assists with research, case analysis & evaluation & preparation of legal memoranda, agenda items, orders, subpoenas; reviews files; prepares & disseminates complaints, correspondence, orders, entries & legal memoranda; schedules in-person & virtual meetings, and conferences. Compiles case information electronically or through correspondence; uses expertise to support the General Counsel and Executive Director, manage office records; provides legal & administrative support to the General Counsel and Executive Director; (e.g., assists with drafting legal documents and correspondence, organizing case files, scheduling, and preparing materials for the Attorney General's Office; operates personal computer using Microsoft applications, web browsers & web-based research programs (i.e., Westlaw, LEXIS/NEXIS, Hannah News); operates OnBase, ARC and HEMS; operates photocopier, facsimile, label maker & other general office equipment. Monitor, track, and report legislation that may impact OCRC's authority, statute, and/or mission; prepare news clips relating to discrimination and other related matters; ensures all cases and required legal documentation are appropriately submitted & on time for commission meetings. Conducts legal & non-legal research; assists with preparing & providing legal based training; assists with maintaining & preparing Administrative Code rule revisions, bona fide occupational qualification (BFOQ) requests, logs, schedules & related legal ensures agency records are disposed of in accordance with records retention schedules; performs other related duties as assigned. Why Work for the State of Ohio: 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. 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. Qualifications: 36 mos. trg. or 36 mos. exp. in business administration, management science or public administration. -Or completion of undergraduate core program in business administration, management science or public administration; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in supervisory, administrative &/or managerial position which involved limited research & public contact. -Or completion of undergraduate core program in academic field commensurate with program area to be assigned per approved Position Description on file; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in supervisory, administrative, managerial &/or staff position which involved limited research & public contact. -Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above. Bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply Preferred Qualifications: Successful completion of certification program for paralegal or legal assistant; 2 yrs. exp. in legal research & writing. -Or 24 mos. law school training. Job Skills: Program Management Pre-Employment Background Investigation: The final applicant selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration. Location: Candidates are expected to reside within the specified region (Central Office, 30 East Broad Street, 5th FL, Columbus, OH 43215) ADA Statement: 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. Drug-Free Workplace: 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.