Assistant Attorney General- Environmental Enforcement

Ohio; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking government agency is looking for a skilled attorney to join their Environmental Enforcement Section. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in civil enforcement litigation in both federal and state courts, where you will serve as lead counsel in critical hearings and trials. The position also involves administrative litigation and case management, making it ideal for someone with a passion for environmental law. With a hybrid work schedule, you will have the flexibility to balance your professional and personal commitments while contributing to meaningful legal work that impacts the community.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Ohio as per Section 4705.01.
• 2+ years of litigation experience preferred, especially in environmental law.

Responsibilities

• Serve as lead and co-counsel in civil enforcement litigation.
• Manage administrative litigation and rulemaking reviews.

Skills

Attorney/Legal

Collaboration

Attention to Detail

Strategic Thinking

Verbal and Written Communication

Negotiation

Education

Licensed to practice law in Ohio

Job description

The Environmental Enforcement Section is seeking an attorney with two or more years of litigation experience who has excellent oral, written, and client communication skills. The successful candidate will serve as lead and co-counsel in civil enforcement litigation in federal and state courts, including as trial counsel in preliminary injunction and contempt hearings and bench trials. Other duties include: administrative litigation before the Environmental Review Appeals Commission, rulemaking reviews, and case management. This position will work a hybrid in-person/remote schedule. There may be changes to this schedule based on training and operational needs. The headquarters location is 30 E. Broad St., Columbus.

Minimum Qualifications:

-Licensed to practice law in the State of Ohio pursuant to Section 4705.01 of the Ohio Revised Code

Preferred Qualifications:

-Prior experience with environmental law

-2 years or more oflitigation experience

Job Skills: Attorney/Legal, Collaboration, Attention to Detail, Strategic Thinking, Verbal and Written Communication, Negotiation