Senior Legal Counsel (Attorney 5)

What You Will Do At ODM : Office : Legal CounselBureau : Contracts & ProcurementClassification : Attorney 5(PN 20101106)Job Overview : The Ohio Department of Medicaid is seeking an attorney for our Contracts and Procurement unit. As Senior Legal Counsel in the Bureau of Contracts and Procurement, your responsibilities will include : Drafting and reviewing contracts, inter-agency agreements, grants, requests for proposals, other legal agreements and procurement documentsNegotiating contract terms with vendors and state and local entities, exercising legal judgment and a disciplined analytical approachOverseeing Contracts and Procurement staff membersWorking collaboratively with other ODM staff and exercising judgment to elevate appropriate topics to Chief Legal Counsel and others.Drafting and reviewing Controlling Board submissionsProviding legal advice and guidance regarding government procurement and contracting processes, rules and regulationsServing as a legal liaison to the Ohio Department of Administrative ServicesResearching and drafting legal opinions, memoranda and other legal documentsThe preferred candidate will possess strong legal analysis skills, be detail oriented, and be able to work collaboratively and independently.Supplemental Information : TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT REQUIRED TO REMAIN IN THE CLASSIFICATION AFTER EMPLOYMENT.Completion of 24 credit hours of continuing legal education from accredited programs for applicable two-year reporting period pursuant to Rule X of Rules of Government of Bar of Ohio. Current certificate of registration pursuant to Rule VII of Rules of Government of Bar of Ohio.THIS POSITION IS OVERTIME EXEMPT. This position is unclassified per 124.11 (A) (9), Ohio Revised Code.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.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 CoverageFree Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility periodPaid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per yearChildbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leaveEducation 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.The work location of this position is 50 West Town Street, Columbus, Ohio. You will be required to report to this work location, if selected.About Us : Investing in opportunities for Ohioans that work for every person and every family in every corner of our state is at the hallmark of Governor DeWine’s agenda for Ohio’s future. To ensure Ohio is “the best place to live, work, raise a family and start a business,” we must have strong schools, a great quality of life, and compassion for those who need our help.Ohio Department of Medicaid plays a unique and necessary role in supporting the governor’s vision. As the single state Medicaid agency responsible for administering high-quality, person-centric healthcare, the department is committed to supporting the health and wellbeing of nearly one in every four Ohioans served. We do so by : Delivering a personalized care experience to more than three million people served.Improving care for children and adults with complex behavioral health needs.Working collectively with our partners and providers to measurably strengthen wellness and health outcomes.Streamlining administrative burdens so doctors and healthcare providers have more time for patient care.Ensuring financial transparency and operational accountability across all Medicaid programs and services.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.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.Technical Skills : Attorney / LegalProfessional skills : Consultation, Collaboration, Attention to Detail, Ethics and Values, Interpreting Data, Listening, Problem Solving, Decision Making, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Confidentiality#J-18808-Ljbffr