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Ohio Department of Commerce

Attorney 4 (Multiple Positions) - 20059262, 20059315

Ohio Department of Commerce, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43224

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Ohio Department of Commerce Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. The Division of Financial Institutions ensures Ohioans’ money is safe by regulating financial institutions and service providers. This includes examining, supervising and regulating Ohio chartered banks and credit unions, and licensing and regulating non-depository mortgage brokers, mortgage loan originators, and other consumer lenders. The Division’s Office of Consumer Affairs provides assistance to consumers to help resolve complaints against these institutions and works to provide education to Ohioans regarding financial literacy and other consumer protection topics.

What You'll Do

The Division currently is looking to fill two separate Assistant Division Counsel positions:

Enforcement Attorney

Responsible for all regulatory regimes and license types administered by the Division’s Consumer Finance Section, including: Ohio’s Small Loan Act, Short-Term Loan Act, Consumer Installment Loan Act, General Loan Act, check cashers, mortgage companies, mortgage brokers, precious metal dealers, and pawnbrokers. Responsible for handling all aspects of a full enforcement docket, including: evaluating the strength of cases, conducting legal research as necessary, developing and recommending investigative strategies, drafting subpoenas and interviewing potential fact witnesses when necessary, developing theories of the case and facilitating settlements, drafting notices of intent and settlement, and coordinating all aspects of administrative or civil enforcement actions with and through the Ohio Attorney General’s Office. Respond to inquiries from, and provide legal advice to, Consumer Finance staff on an as-needed basis. Works with Division Counsel and other staff on miscellaneous projects on an as-needed basis.

Regulatory Attorney

Provides legal advice and counsel to the Division’s Credit Union Section and Bank Section, including the Bank Section’s Money Transmission Unit, on a variety a state and federal law issues. Reviews and makes recommendations regarding various types of corporate applications. Works with Division staff to ensure that chartered or licensed entities (i.e., banks, credit units, and money transmitters) are in compliance with applicable state and federal law. May be called upon to advise Division senior staff on state and federal legal developments (including but not limited to legislative issues). When necessary, and under the guidance of senior Division staff, involved in all aspects of Division enforcement matters relating to banks, credit unions, and money transmitters. Works with Division Counsel and other staff on miscellaneous projects on an as-needed basis.

Admission to Ohio Bar pursuant to Section 4705.01 of Revised Code; 12 mos. exp. as licensed attorney; 6 mos. exp. in employee training & development.

Job Skills:

Attorney/Legal

Organization

Commerce

Agency Contact Name and Information

Michael.Doersam@com.ohio.gov or 614-995-7009

Unposting Date

Ongoing

Work Location

Riffe Tower

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation

Pay range 14, Step 1: $39.22/hour

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours

8:00am - 5:00pm

Classified Indicator

Unclassified

Union

Exempt from Union

Primary Job Skill

Attorney/Legal

Technical Skills

Regulatory Compliance, Technical Writing, Attorney/Legal, Research

Professional Skills

Consultation, Problem Solving, Written Communication

Agency Overview

The Mission of the Ohio Department of Commerce is promoting prosperity by protecting what matters most.

As the state’s chief regulator, the Department of Commerce impacts Ohioans every day. We are motivated by our mission to promote prosperity for businesses and licensees by protecting what matters most to the residents of our state. We ensure compliance through proactive outreach, education, and customer-focused service.

Commerce is comprised of eight operating divisions and one standalone program that span a variety of industries including real estate, liquor, banking, securities, firefighting, construction and skilled trades, and cannabis. Through exceptional compliance practices and oversight, Commerce has a direct role in protecting Ohioans.

Our Guiding Principles

Making An IMPACT For The Customer

Inclusive Motivated Proactive Accountable Customer-Focused Teamwork

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