Our Mission: Through compassion and dedication, we support and strengthen individuals and families in Union County.

Are you compassionate about helping others?
Do you want to make a positive impact on your local community?
Does a work environment that promotes work/life balance and is supportive of professional advancement
interest you? If so, we encourage you to apply today! WHAT WE OFFER**

Flexible work schedules available after probation.

11 paid holidays each year.

Sick leave accrual that begins on day one, totaling about three weeks per year.

Top-tier health and wellness, dental, and vision insurance programs (large percentage paid by Union County).

OPERS retirement benefit, with a healthy County contribution (10% paid by employee and 14% paid by Union County).

Life insurance free of charge for employees and their families.

JOB STANDARDS

Admission to the Ohio Bar per Section 4705.01 of the Ohio Revised Code.

Two (2) or more years' experience as an attorney with a County Department of Job and Family Services or Human Services preferred.

Must have good verbal and written communication skills.

Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance.

Consistently and continually represents the agency in a positive and professional manner and provides appropriate internal and external customer service.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Prepares various legal documents (e.g. legal briefs, pleadings, and memorandums; initial child support orders, modifications, interstates and paternity cases) independently.

Appears in court, examines witnesses, presents legal arguments and evidence, handles appeals, and conducts case specific legal research as needed. Prepares documentation in support of motions filed on behalf of the agency as needed.

Responds to inquiries from clients; includes conferences with clients before motions are filed as appropriate.

Reviews entries submitted by private counsel for CSEA approval.

Provides legal advice, consultation and research to agency Administration regarding child support cases.

Keeps abreast of changes in child support program, laws, policies and procedures.

Union County Auditor

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