Overview
Assistant General Counsel (Principal Corporate Counsel), Employment Law & Litigation Jobs in Remote at Shutterfly
Office of Legal & Acquisition Services
The Office of Legal and Acquisition Services manages the agency’s legal affairs, contractual agreements, and acquisition of good and services. The attorneys in our office serve as legal counsel for ODJFS. Our mission is to provide quality and timely legal advice to ODJFS and perform research and analysis for the program and policy areas of the agency. Our office also administers the hearings and rule promulgation functions for the agency.
What You’ll Do
Under administrative direction, performs non-routine administrative tasks (i.e., independently formulates decisions and/or judgments involving non-legal interpretation of policies and procedures to resolve problems, prepare correspondence and reports and/or carry out other assignments) in support of the Bureau of State Hearings Prehearing Resolution (PHR) process; independently reviews eligibility status and benefits; reviews hardcopy information and computer system information (e.g., Hearing and Appeals Tracking System [HATS X]; Ohio Benefits) in preparation for discussions with appellants, appellant representatives and county agency staff; communicates by phone, in person or in writing with appellants, appellant representatives and county agency staff to resolve discrepancies in program eligibility/benefits to reduce the need for cases to go to hearing; documents appeal withdrawal attempts and completions in HATS X; provides technical assistance to county agency staff utilizing various methods (e.g., webinar; manuals; desk aids).
Operates personal computer and applicable software applications to produce, store, calculate and retrieve reports, confidential files, and other documents; maintains accurate and timely electronic case records; handles sensitive inquiries; provides front desk phone coverage.
Performs other related duties as assigned (e.g., travels to attend staff meetings, training sessions, workshops and conferences; maintains logs, records and files).
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; flexible scheduling available.
Travel: Travel required, as needed. Must provide own transportation or, in order to operate a state vehicle, you must have a valid drivers license.
PN(s): 20048726, 20038756
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*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total 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.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate, at minimum, must have the following:
OPTION 1:
Completion of associate core coursework in secretarial science or business office applications from accredited career school or community college;
AND
12 mos. exp. in secretarial/administrative professional field.
Option 2:
30 mos. exp. or 30 mos. trg. in secretarial/administrative professional field.
Option 3:
12 mos. exp. as Administrative Professional 2, 16872.
Option 4:
Equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above.
Tips For Your Application
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. Information in attached resumes or cover letters must be entered into your application in the appropriate Work Experience or Education & Certification sections to be considered.
Pay Information
This position is in the State of Ohio’s OCSEA Pay Schedule, Pay Range 30. Unless required by legislation or union contract, starting salary will be the minimum salary of that pay range (step 1, currently $24.66 per hour). These ranges provide a standardized pathway for pay increases. With continued employment, new hires move to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. Cost of Living Adjustments increase wages in these ranges each fiscal year. The current step progression wages are in the table below.
Pay Range 30
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4
Step 5
Step 6
Step 7
Hourly
$24.66
$25.61
$26.72
$27.96
$29.23
$30.51
$32.08
Annual
$51,293
$53,269
$55,578
$58,157
$60,798
$63,461
$66,726
Months of Employment
At Hire
6 months
18 months
30 months
42 months
54 Months
66 Months
Supplemental Information
Telework Policy
ODJFS may require occasional in-person meetings for training or other operational needs. You will have access to ODJFS shared workspaces, if needed. Employees are required to sign a teleworking agreement upon their first day. Schedules are subject to change based on the agency’s operational needs and telework status. Telework is considered a privilege and agreements are reviewed annually.
NOTICE: Current employees of ODJFS in the OCSEA union have selection rights before all other applicants. Applications from all other candidates will only be considered if an internal OCSEA applicant is not selected for this position.
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.
Title: Assistant General Counsel (Principal Corporate Counsel), Employment Law & Litigation
Company: Shutterfly
Location: Remote
