Village Solicitor
Village of Baltimore, Ohio JOB POSTING
Job Title: Village Solicitor
Department: Law
Pay Range: Commensurate with experienceJob Summary: Responsible for representing the Village of Baltimore in legal matters, including civil litigation, advising the Mayor, Village Council, and administrative staff, and assisting with researching and drafting legislation, public records responses, and contract reviews.
Job Duties:
- Attend regular Village Council meetings (held on the 2nd & 4th Monday of each month).
- Attend special and other Village meetings as requested.
- Advise Village departments on legal issues, draft legal opinions, and conduct contract reviews.
- Defend the Village in claims and lawsuits (including employee actions, civil rights cases, and public property injury claims).
- Provide legal counsel and representation to the Planning and Zoning Commission and other Village boards and commissions as required.
- Research and draft legislation.
- Perform other related miscellaneous legal duties as required.
- If applicable, assist in the administration of and act as Prosecutor in Mayor’s Court.
- Appoint Assistant Village Solicitors when necessary to assist the Village during unavailability or conflicts of interest.
Requirements:
- JD Degree.
- Current license to practice law in Ohio.
- Ability to express and exchange ideas and instructions accurately and clearly.
- Commitment to maintaining strict confidentiality of attorney-client communications.
Work Environment: Primarily remote work involving legal research, drafting, and electronic communication, with in-person attendance required for Village Council and designated municipal meetings. Sedentary work: sitting for long periods, with occasional standing and walking; minimal physical exertion including light lifting, reaching, and operating standard office equipment.
The Village of Baltimore does not discriminate against any person because of race, color, religion, sex/gender, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, sexual orientation or gender expression, genetic information, military or veteran status.
Applications can be completed and/or resumes submitted at:
mnihiser@baltimoreohio.org
