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Attorney Position - Job Number 260001HH

Job Summary

The Ohio Department of Insurance (ODI) is seeking a detail-oriented, self-motivated, and experienced attorney to join our team. The ideal candidate should have excellent writing and proofreading skills, be able to multi-task, and work with a sense of urgency. The attorney will primarily work on R.C. Chapter 119 administrative cases and will provide legal services to internal clients.

About Us

The Ohio Department of Insurance (ODI) was established in 1872 as an agency charged with overseeing insurance regulations, enforcing statutes, and educating consumers. Today, the mission of the ODI is to provide consumer protection through education and fair but vigilant regulation, while promoting a stable and competitive environment for insurers.

Job Requirements

• Admission to Ohio Bar pursuant to Section 4705.01 of Revised Code
• 18 months of experience as a licensed attorney
• 6 months of experience in supervisory principles and techniques
• Excellent writing and proofreading skills
• Ability to multi-task and work with a sense of urgency
• Experience working with Ohio Revised Code R.C. Chapter 119 administrative cases

Job Responsibilities

• Consults with and provides assistance to the Assistant Attorney General in preparation of Licensing and Enforcement cases for R.C. Chapter 119 hearings
• Utilizes substantial knowledge of R.C. Chapter 119 to review and evaluate relevant evidence
• Negotiates and prepares written consent agreements
• Prepares and issues notices in accordance with R.C. Chapter 119
• Attends R.C. Chapter 119 hearings
• Prepares proposed division orders in accordance with R.C. Chapter 119
• Conducts complex legal research on issues pertaining to Ohio insurance law
• Provides legal advice to internal clients
• Prepares legal memoranda and interoffice communications
• Reviews and analyzes proposed Department bulletins and administrative rules

Benefits

The State of Ohio provides a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors, and the Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Application Procedures

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.

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Reasonable Accommodation

ODI does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices and complies with the ADA employment regulations. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact the agency Human Resource Offices ADA Coordinator Andrew Skal by emailing Andrew.Skalinsurance.ohio.gov or calling 614-644-3264.

Background Check

The final candidate selected for the 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.

Drug Test

All final applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointment. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment.

Disability Inclusion

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 marijuananon-medical cannabis. Please note that 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.