Attorney 4 - 20061441

The Division of Liquor Control supports Ohio’s economy by providing funding for job creation and business development through the proceeds from Ohio’s liquor industry. The division ensures Ohioans have access to the products they want by overseeing the manufacture, distribution and sale of all alcoholic beverages, selling spirituous liquor through contract liquor agencies and registering products for sale. The division promotes the responsible consumption of alcohol by educating the public, and ensuring that businesses are informed and trained on their responsibilities not to sell to underage or intoxicated individuals.

Responsibilities

• Researches & drafts legal opinions and orders
• Provides legal counsel & advice to appointing authority on policy development & implementation relating to legal functions
• Presides over administrative hearings, performing judicial functions & rendering decisions
• Responds to legal inquiries from the public, permit holders, and legislative officials
• Participates in meetings, conferences, and panel discussions, including conducting presentations
• Analyzes, monitors, and drafts legislation and rules

Requirements

• Admission to Ohio Bar pursuant to Section 4705.01 of Revised Code
• 12 months experience as a licensed attorney
• 6 months experience in employee training & development

Skills

• Attorney/Legal
• Organization
• Investigation
• Law
• Decision Making
• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication
• Confidentiality

Benefits

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Pay

Pay Range 14, Step 1: $40.40 per hour

Schedule

• Full-time
• 8:00am - 5:00pm, Monday - Friday

Work Location: Riffe Tower, Columbus, OH (Franklin County)

Agency Contact: Michael.Doersam@com.ohio.gov or 614-995-7009

Agency Overview

The Mission of the Ohio Department of Commerce is promoting prosperity by protecting what matters most. As the state’s chief regulator, the Department of Commerce impacts Ohioans every day. We are motivated by our mission to promote prosperity for businesses and licensees by protecting what matters most to the residents of our state. We ensure compliance through proactive outreach, education, and customer-focused service.

Commerce is comprised of eight operating divisions and one standalone program that span a variety of industries including real estate, liquor, banking, securities, firefighting, construction and skilled trades, and cannabis. Through exceptional compliance practices and oversight, Commerce has a direct role in protecting Ohioans.

Our Guiding Principles: Making An IMPACT For The Customer - Inclusive, Motivated, Proactive, Accountable, Customer-Focused, Teamwork