Domestic Violence/Criminal Policy Counsel

Schedule: Full-time

What You'll Do:

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Assistance & Support: Provides assistance to judges, court administrators, clerks, local staff, justice system partners, and advisory committees through information dissemination, technical assistance, education, rules, business processes, and projects/grants.

Trend Monitoring: Monitors innovative trends and identifies effective practices related to domestic violence and criminal justice, disseminating information to judges, court staff, and justice system partners.

Meeting Coordination: Staffs, coordinates, and monitors meetings for the Supreme Court Advisory Committee on Domestic Violence, following up on suggestions and recommendations.

Committee Support: Works with and provides administrative support to advisory committees/commissions; acts as staff liaison for court policy projects and recommendations.

Program Development & Financial Management: Develops and manages domestic violence and criminal justice programs, prepares budgets, monitors expenses, manages grants and financial resources, and seeks alternative funding sources.

Event Coordination & Training: Coordinates consultations, seminars, and meetings with experts; serves as a presenter for local court training; participates in regional/national associations and trainings.

Relationship Building: Develops and maintains relationships with judges, court staff, justice system partners, and relevant agencies at national, state, and local levels.

Board Participation: Participates in outside agency boards, task forces, or workgroups; reports court-related topics to manager/director.

Rules & Standards Development: Develops rules and standards to support domestic violence and criminal court programs.

Evaluation & Research: Directs evaluations and research on domestic violence and criminal court programs.

Program Support: Assists local courts in developing domestic violence and criminal programs; encourages collaboration with agencies and community resources.

Facilitation: Facilitates roundtable meetings for judges and staff; attends related committees and public discussions.

Written Work Support: Assists in rule drafting, contract review, and preparation of written documents.

Constituent Support: Responds to constituent calls, suggests resources, and maintains ethical standards in providing information.

Evaluation & Data Analysis: Participates in evaluations and research; compiles and analyzes data to encourage evidence-based decision-making.

Grant Management: Collaborates with Grant Administrator and Fiscal Officers to write and manage grants; completes grant reports on time; seeks alternative funding for special projects.

STAFF SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

What we’re looking for…

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

A Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school is required for this position. The candidate must be an attorney properly admitted to the practice of law in Ohio, maintaining active status and good standing throughout their employment with the Supreme Court. Preferred qualifications include at least 5 years of experience in criminal and domestic violence cases.

COMPETENCIES

Customer Service Skills: Ability to work with customers to assess their needs, provide information or assistance, resolve their problem or satisfy their expectations

Conflict Management: Ability to manage conflict effectively and handle difficult people and conversations effectively.

Judgement: Ability to make sound decisions based on evaluating information.

Problem Solving: Ability to troubleshoot, think critically, and solve issues independently.

Microsoft Office: Proficiency in Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and related applications.

Communications: Ability to articulate thoughts and ideas clearly and effectively either verbally or in writing.

Presentation Design: Ability to create visual data representations (e.g., dashboards, graphs) for effective public relations and stakeholder engagement.

Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with all levels of the Court and its constituents.

Public Speaking: Ability to speak in public and/or deliver engaging presentations.

Networking: Skill in building and maintaining professional relationships.

Teamwork: Ability to work in a team and engage effectively with all personnel.

Data Analysis: Skill in interpreting and leveraging data insights.

Consulting: Ability to provide expert advice, guidance, and support to court officials to help them solve specific problems, improve performance, or achieve their goals.

Legal & Policy Interpretation: Ability to write, interpret, and apply laws, rules, and policies, ensuring compliance and understanding within the context of judicial and governmental frameworks.

Research & Development: Ability to conduct thorough research and contribute to the development and improvement of legal programs.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position operates in an office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment, including but not limited to computers and phones.

This is a largely stationary role; however, the employee may also be required to move about the office and building, and other locations while traveling on Court business. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will regularly be required to communicate and exchange information.

COURT EXPECTATIONS OF EMPLOYEE

Employees may be regularly exposed to sensitive information and the employee is expected to keep any such information strictly confidential.

In completing the duties and responsibilities of the position, the Court expects the employee will:

Adhere to all Court policies, guidelines, practices, and procedures;

Act as a role model both inside and outside the Court;

Exhibit a professional manner in dealing with others;

Work to maintain constructive working relationships;

Maintain a positive and respectful approach with superiors, colleagues, and individuals inside and outside the Court;

Demonstrate flexible and efficient time management, prioritize workload, and perform duties in a timely, accurate and thorough manner;

Communicate regularly with the employee’s supervisors about work-related issues and

Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.

Technical Skills: Attorney/Legal

Professional Skills: Critical Thinking, Ethics and Values, Verbal Communication, Conflict Management