Attorney 4

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.

Classification:  Attorney 4

Division:  Legal

Location\:  30 E. Broad Street - 2nd Floor, Columbus, OH 43215

What You'll Do:

The State Medical Board of Ohio is seeking an experienced Attorney to join our Legal team with a focus on the Board's public records processes. This person will work under the general direction of the Chief Legal Counsel and will require considerable knowledge of substantive and procedural law related to compliance with laws related to the Medical Board records, including laws related to public records, confidentiality and personal information systems. 

Job duties include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinates the Board’s policies and procedures related to public records, including gathering responsive documents and responses to requests from members of the public and government officials.
• Responds to requests for confidential investigative information under R.C. 4731.22(F)(5), and subpoenas.
• Provides training to Medical Board staff on the Board’s policies related to public records and confidential information.
• Reviews and provides assistance or responses to public inquiries regarding the Board’s laws, rules and policies.
• Participates in administrative triage of complaints and advises Medical Board Secretary & Supervising Member regarding appropriateness of investigations and disposition of complaints.
• Reviews and maintains copies of contracts entered on behalf of the Board; develops and updates standard boilerplate contract language based on state laws, rules and executive orders.
• Commits to satisfying internal & external customers by responding to requests in a timely manner, proactively identifying customer needs & working to resolve customer complaints.
• Serves as management level employee & assists with resolving complex legal issues related to records of the Medical Board.
• Assists lower-level attorneys on complex questions of law and cooperates with the Office of Attorney General on legal issues as required.
• Develops and drafts administrative rules on behalf of the agency.
• Conducts legal research of case & statutory law, constitutions, state and federal regulations & legal treatises & drafts relevant rules and legislation.
• Performs various complex, technical, detail-oriented & comprehensive special projects on behalf of the Board & its committees, Executive Director or Chief Legal Counsel.
• Performs miscellaneous administrative duties or projects, as assigned, to facilitate operational efficiency.

Pay Rates:

Unless required by legislation or union contract, candidates can expect to be paid at the lowest rate in the salary range (Step 1).

Application Process:

All applicants are required to submit an application online. All candidates should clearly indicate how the minimum qualifications are met, applications that do not, will not be given consideration. All answers to supplemental questions should be supported by the work experience/education section of your application. Please do not use "see resume" as a substitute for completing the application in its entirety.

Background Check & Drug Screening:

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check and urinalysis test for drug use. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

Status of Application\: 

You can check the status of your application online by signing into your profile.

The State Medical Board of Ohio is committed to providing access, 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.  If contacted for an interview and you need to request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact Human Resources at MED.HR.Fiscal@med.ohio.gov no later than 14 days prior to the event.

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

Technical Skills: Board and Commission Compliance, Customer Service, Professional, Research

Professional Skills:  Attention to Detail, Confidentiality, Responsiveness, Teamwork, Written Communication

About Us:

The State Medical Board of Ohio issues licenses and oversees the practice of allopathic physicians (MD), osteopathic physicians (DO), podiatric physicians (DPM), massage therapists (LMT), and various other allied health care professionals under the authority of the Medical Practices Act, Chapter 4731, Ohio Revised Code (ORC). The Medical Board continues to regulate naprapaths and mechanotherapists licensed by the Board before March 1992.

The Medical Board also regulates Physician Assistants, ORC Chapter 4730, Dietitians, ORC Chapter 4759, Anesthesiologist Assistants, ORC Chapter 4760, Respiratory Care Professionals, ORC Chapter 4761, Acupuncture, ORC Chapter 4762, ORC, Radiologist Assistants, ORC Chapter 4774, and Genetic Counselors, ORC Chapter 4778.

The Medical Board’s regulatory responsibilities include investigating complaints against applicants and licensees and taking disciplinary action against those who violate the public health and safety standards set by the General Assembly and the Medical Board.

Our Mission:

The State Medical Board of Ohio’s mission is to protect and enhance the safety of the public through effective medical regulation.

To find out more about the State Medical Board of Ohio click here.

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.

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.