Senior Staff Attorney (Senior Executive)

Senior Staff Attorney (Senior Executive)

Department: Judicial Branch

Location(s): Cincinnati, Ohio

Salary Range: $207565 - $240466 Per Year

Job Summary: The Senior Staff Attorney is the chief operating officer for the Staff Attorneys' Office. The Senior Staff Attorney directs attorneys and administrative staff, with full responsibility for the legal and administrative operations of the office, including long-range strategic planning, policy development and implementation, and budget oversight.

Major Duties:

• The Senior Staff Attorney is the chief operating officer for the Staff Attorneys' Office. The Senior Staff Attorney is a statutory position appointed by the Court and reports to the Chief Circuit Judge. The Senior Staff Attorney directs attorneys and administrative staff, with full responsibility for the legal and administrative operations of the office, including long-range strategic planning, policy development and implementation, and budget oversight. The responsibilities of the position also include: Ensure the high quality and timely submission of the office's work product. Establish and maintain sound working relationships with other court units. Advise the Court on legal and procedural matters. Serve on the Court's executive leadership team, staff Court committees, and advise the Administrative Office together with other Circuits' Senior Staff Attorneys.

Qualifications: Required: Membership in good standing in the bar of a state, territorial or federal court of general jurisdiction. Expertise in federal appellate, civil, and criminal procedure, as well as significant understanding of constitutional law. At least ten years of experience in the practice of law, legal research, or legal administration, and at least five years of substantial management responsibility. Superior analytical, research, and writing skills; outstanding written and oral communication abilities; strong interpersonal skills; knowledge of automated systems; and a demonstrated ability to manage professional staff. Preferred: Related experience in a federal court, government agency, or equivalent environment. Specialized education in public or judicial administration. Training in court management.

How to Apply: Please submit a single PDF application packet to the Director of Human Resources via the Apply to Position button on our online application system - https://u-s-courts.breezy.hr/p/fd282ddb72b8-senior-staff-attorney-senior-executive-position

Application Deadline: 2026-03-26