Assistant General Counsel

Cincinnati Metropolitan Housing Authority; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cincinnati Metropolitan Housing Authority (CMHA) is looking for an Assistant General Counsel for its Legal Department. This role provides comprehensive legal services, including litigation and advisory support while upholding CMHA’s core values.

The ideal candidate will hold a Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and have at least two years of litigation experience. Key responsibilities include providing legal representation, ensuring compliance with laws, and advising on various legal matters.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Ohio.
• At least two years of litigation experience.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal representation and advisory services for CMHA.
• Handle eviction and small claims litigation.
• Ensure compliance with laws and HUD regulations.

Skills

Litigation experience

Knowledge of public housing laws

Negotiation skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school

Job description

The Cincinnati Metropolitan Housing Authority (CMHA) is seeking a qualified and motivated Assistant General Counsel to join its Legal Department. This position provides comprehensive legal services to support Agency operations and represents CMHA in litigation and administrative proceedings. The successful candidate will serve as a trusted legal advisor to leadership and staff while upholding CMHA’s core values of respect, integrity, professionalism, accountability, accuracy, timeliness, quality, and excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• This role provides comprehensive legal representation and advisory services for CMHA, including handling eviction and small claims litigation, representing the Agency in state, federal, and administrative proceedings, and advising leadership and staff on contracts, development, labor and personnel matters, and liability issues.
• The position ensures compliance with applicable laws and HUD regulations, conducts legal research, prepares legal documents, supports real property transactions, coordinates with outside counsel, monitors Agency contracts, and contributes to lease enforcement and eviction‑reduction initiatives.
• The role also includes developing and delivering legal and compliance training and performing other assigned duties.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate holds a Juris Doctor from an accredited law school, is licensed to practice law in Ohio, and has at least two years of litigation experience.
• The candidate will possess strong knowledge of public housing laws and regulations, proven litigation and negotiation skills, excellent written and verbal communication abilities, and the capacity to analyze complex legal issues and deliver practical solutions.
• Success in this role requires strong organizational skills, sound judgment, attention to detail, the ability to perform effectively under pressure, and a collaborative, ethical approach to dispute resolution.

Equal Opportunity Employer/ Equal Housing Opportunities.