Domestic Violence​/Criminal Policy Counsel

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.

• This is an exempt unclassified position that reports to the Manager, Children and Families.
• The salary range is $85,000-$105,000.

Formal consideration of interested applicants responding to this job announcement will begin on January 8, 2026. To be considered for this position, candidates must submit an application by January 29, 2026
, and attach all of the following:

• Completed application
• Resume
• Cover letter with Salary Requirements

Only completed applications will be considered. Interviews will be scheduled as soon as practical. We will contact you if you are selected for an interview.

Please note:

a skills test will be administered as part of the interview process. Additional details are available to candidates interested in applying, by contacting the Office of Human Resources – Recruiting .

The Supreme Court of Ohio is at-will, meaning no employee may be terminated based solely on political affiliation or other prohibited reasons. The Court maintains a professional, impartial work environment.

The Supreme Court of Ohio is an equal employment opportunity employer that supports an alcohol, drug, weapons and violence free environment.

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

• Assistance & Support
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  Provides assistance to judges, court administrators, clerks, local staff, justice system partners, and advisory committees through information dissemination, technical assistance, education, rules, business processes, and projects/grants.
• Trend Monitoring
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  Monitors innovative trends and identifies effective practices related to domestic violence and criminal justice, disseminating information to judges, court staff, and justice system partners.
• Meeting Coordination
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  Staffs, coordinates, and monitors meetings for the Supreme Court Advisory Committee on Domestic Violence, following up on suggestions and recommendations.
• Committee Support
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  Works with and provides administrative support to advisory committees/commissions; acts as staff liaison for court policy projects and recommendations.
• Program Development & Financial Management
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  Develops and manages domestic violence and criminal justice programs, prepares budgets, monitors expenses, manages grants and financial resources, and seeks alternative funding sources.
• Event Coordination & Training
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  Coordinates consultations, seminars, and meetings with experts; serves as a presenter for local court training; participates in regional/national associations and trainings.
• Relationship Building
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  Develops and maintains relationships with judges, court staff, justice system partners, and relevant agencies at national, state, and local levels.
• Board Participation
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  Participates in outside agency boards, task forces, or work groups; reports court-related topics to manager/director.
• Rules & Standards Development
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  Develops rules and standards to support domestic violence and criminal court programs.
• Evaluation & Research
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  Directs evaluations and research on domestic violence and criminal court programs.
• Program Support
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  Assists local courts in developing domestic violence and criminal programs; encourages collaboration with agencies and community resources.
• Facilitation
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  Facilitates roundtable meetings for judges and staff; attends related committees and public discussions.
• Written Work Support
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  Assists in rule drafting, contract review, and preparation of written documents.
• Constituent Support
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  Responds to constituent calls, suggests resources, and maintains ethical…