Role OverviewThe Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is seeking a dynamic Ohio-licensed attorney to lead statewide rule-promulgation efforts, advise senior leadership on complex policy and legislative matters, and support high-impact legal initiatives across the agency.
What You Will Do
The selected candidate will provide legal guidance for assigned areas, research and interpret relevant laws, regulations, rules, and policies, and represent the department's legal representative on multi-agency or statewide policy groups.
Why It Might Be a Fit
Ideal candidates bring strong research, writing, and analytical skills and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment dedicated to improving behavioral health outcomes statewide.
Requirements
- 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
Benefits
- 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)
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