Executive Position Openings

Associate General Counsel

General Summary:
Under the direction of the STRS Ohio General Counsel, handle the day-to-day legal issues of the Executive Director and the various departments of the State Teachers Retirement System of Ohio (STRS Ohio).

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Provide legal information, advice or other services to STRS Ohio management and staff in matters involving member benefits, investments, finance and administration of STRS Ohio.
2. Provide information and advice to State Teachers Retirement Board members and staff on ethical issues. Review and respond to legal pleadings, subpoenas, documents and correspondence.
3. Oversee processing of orders and other matters related to members and retirees.
4. Coordinate representation of STRS Ohio in litigation; develop case strategies and oversee/monitor litigation.
5. Provide oversight and assistance to special counsel appointed to STRS Ohio by the Attorney General’s Office.
6. Draft, review and negotiate contracts and other agreements.
7. Assist the General Counsel in the preparation and review of rules and legislation and the analysis of legislation.
8. Provide direction and guidance in a mentoring capacity to Staff Counsel.
9. In absence of General Counsel or as requested by General Counsel, attend meetings and other functions and serve in place of General Counsel as a legal representative of STRS Ohio.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1. Juris doctor degree and admission to the Ohio Bar required.
2. Minimum of seven years of general legal experience required. Experience in tax qualification, investment transactions, domestic relations and fiduciary or public body governance law preferred.
3. Superior interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively with a wide range of issues and individuals inside and outside STRS Ohio.
4. Superior oral and written communication skills to deal effectively with internal and external contacts.
5. Sustained periods of concentration required for legal research and analysis.
6. Ability to manage multiple projects within tight deadlines and frequently shifting priorities.
7. Ability to think and plan strategically.
8. Willingness to develop and maintain professional contacts and remain up-to-date on industry trends and issues.
9. Excellent work record of attendance and punctuality; occasional evening, weekend and non-regular work hours and occasional travel required.

How to apply to STRS Ohio.

The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by persons assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the persons so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of associates under supervision.