Policy Counsel - Children and Families Section

What you will do:Provides assistance to judges, court administrators, court clerks, local court staff and justice system partners, advisory committees and/or commissions, as well as the Supreme Court’s internal and external justice system partners through a variety of methods including the dissemination of information, technical assistance and education, rules and business process, and projects and grants.Monitors innovative trends, assists in identifying effective practices, and disseminates information to judges and local court staff and justice system partners.Works closely with and provides administrative support to relevant advisory committees and/or commissions. Acts as staff liaison for subcommittees working on projects related to court policy and to develop recommendations and deliverables on relevant topics.Coordinates consultations, seminars, or other meetings and sessions by state and nationally recognized experts in relevant fields of interest. Serves as a presenter for customized local court trainings or to professional groups as needed; Participates in regional or national associations and trainings as identified by the section manager and the Director of Court Services.Develops and maintains a close working relationship with judges, local court staff, and justice system partners, as well as relevant national, state, and local agencies.Ensures local courts are in compliance with the Rules of Superintendence for the Courts of Ohio, relevant rules of practice and procedure, and statutory obligations as required by the Ohio Revised Code.Encourages courts to develop collaborative efforts with agencies and community resources.Facilitates roundtable meetings for judges and local court staff as needed; attends various related committees, subcommittees, and other public discussions as needed.Maintains records for court programs to ensure information regarding the courts is accurate and complete as needed; maintains accurate records related to assigned projects.Responds to constituent calls and suggests resources while maintaining ethical standards against giving legal advice.Assists other staff in rule and standard drafting and contract review as needed.Participates in evaluation efforts and other research on topic areas of relevant concern. Compiles and evaluates statistical data as needed to encourage evidence-based decision making. Develops spreadsheets and reports as needed.Manages grants and other financial resources to ensure they are consistent with strategic plan; Pursues alternative funding sources for special projects as needed.Coordinates work with other staff and programs to ensure collaboration and cooperation when appropriate; may provide direction to administrative support staff and/or externs as it relates to specific projects.Regular, reliable, and punctual attendance is required.

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