What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Attorney General- Criminal Justice Corrections Unit position at Ohio Attorney General's Office?
This position is a repost. Individuals who applied to the original posting, 250008F6/25-11-204 do not need to reapply in order to be considered.
The Ohio Attorney General's Office is currently seeking an Assistant Attorney General for an opening in our Criminal Justice Section- Corrections Unit. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of practice experience; as well as excellent oral, written, and client communication skills. The successful candidate will have sufficient experience and judgment to eventually function independently in a supervised relationship. Duties may include: representing the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction and Department of Youth Services; defending these departments and their employees against lawsuits brought by inmates claiming violations of their civil rights in actions in both state and federal court, including declaratory judgment, mandamus and other extraordinary relief; and defending against claims of unlawful detention. This position will work a hybrid in-person/remote schedule, and may require travel and varied work hours. There may be changes to this schedule based on training and operational needs. The headquarter location is 30 E. Broad St. Columbus, Ohio
Minimum Qualifications
Organization
Attorney General
Agency Contact Name and Information
Kelly Smith, kelly.smith@OhioAGO.gov
Unposting Date
Dec 30, 2025, 4:59:00 AM
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Compensation
commensurate with experience
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
8:00am-5:00pm
Classified Indicator
Unclassified
Union
Exempt from Union
Primary Job Skill
Attorney/Legal
Technical Skills
Attorney/Legal
Professional Skills
Attention to Detail, Collaboration, Negotiation, Strategic Thinking, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
Agency Overview
The Ohio Attorney General’s Office has played a vital role in shaping Ohio’s past and present and the work it does today helps chart the state’s future. The office consists of nearly 30 distinct sections that advocate for consumers and victims of crime, assist the criminal justice community, provide legal counsel for state offices and agencies, and enforce certain state laws. In these and other capacities, staff members interact with tens of thousands of Ohioans each year.
The Ohio Attorney General's Office is currently seeking an Assistant Attorney General for an opening in our Criminal Justice Section- Corrections Unit. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of practice experience; as well as excellent oral, written, and client communication skills. The successful candidate will have sufficient experience and judgment to eventually function independently in a supervised relationship. Duties may include: representing the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction and Department of Youth Services; defending these departments and their employees against lawsuits brought by inmates claiming violations of their civil rights in actions in both state and federal court, including declaratory judgment, mandamus and other extraordinary relief; and defending against claims of unlawful detention. This position will work a hybrid in-person/remote schedule, and may require travel and varied work hours. There may be changes to this schedule based on training and operational needs. The headquarter location is 30 E. Broad St. Columbus, Ohio
Minimum Qualifications
- Licensed to practice law in the State of Ohio pursuant to Section 4705.01 of the Ohio Revised Code
Organization
Attorney General
Agency Contact Name and Information
Kelly Smith, kelly.smith@OhioAGO.gov
Unposting Date
Dec 30, 2025, 4:59:00 AM
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Compensation
commensurate with experience
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
8:00am-5:00pm
Classified Indicator
Unclassified
Union
Exempt from Union
Primary Job Skill
Attorney/Legal
Technical Skills
Attorney/Legal
Professional Skills
Attention to Detail, Collaboration, Negotiation, Strategic Thinking, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
Agency Overview
The Ohio Attorney General’s Office has played a vital role in shaping Ohio’s past and present and the work it does today helps chart the state’s future. The office consists of nearly 30 distinct sections that advocate for consumers and victims of crime, assist the criminal justice community, provide legal counsel for state offices and agencies, and enforce certain state laws. In these and other capacities, staff members interact with tens of thousands of Ohioans each year.