Board of Tax Appeals Senior Hearing Officer

Organization Board Of Tax Appeals Agency Contact Jennifer Gates, View email address on click.appcast.io Unposting Date Jul 13, 2026, 3:59:00 AM Work Location James A Rhodes Office Tower 24, 30 East Broad Street, 24th Floor, Columbus 43215-3414 Compensation $43.09/hr Schedule Full-time Work Hours 8:00 am-5:00 pm Union Exempt from Union Primary Job Skill Attorney/Legal Technical Skills Attorney/Legal Investigation Research Tax Administration Law Professional Skills Analyzation Collaboration Conflict Management Decision Making Ethics and Values Time Management Verbal Communication Continuous Improvement Agency Overview The mission of the Ohio Board of Tax Appeals, as Ohio’s administrative tax court, is to provide taxpayers and taxing authorities with an accessible, fair and efficient appeals process and to resolve appeals in a timely and judicious manner by facilitating settlement or by issuing comprehensive written decisions, which are based upon Ohio statutes, case law, and board precedent. The board strives to provide the highest level of customer service possible, and has established the following standards: Establish case management schedules at the time an appeal is docketed in the board's case management system. Provide real-time case updates via electronic communication to registered users of the board's online case management system. While prohibited from providing legal advice to potential or active parties to an appeal, the board strives to provide thorough educational content on the tax appeals process, and access to relevant forms in an electronic format. Job Description Presiding as administrative law judge over quasi-judicial proceedings as directed by the Board of Tax Appeals concerning difficult/complex cases under Ohio Tax Laws. Assuming responsibility for case management of each assigned case to include prehearing procedures, conferences, issuance of prehearing orders concerning discovery or other preliminary matters. Conducting administrative hearings, qualifying lay and expert witnesses, making evidentiary rulings, admitting exhibits into evidence and completing full transcript of proceedings and receiving assignments from board. Overseeing and assisting lower-level attorneys in case management, trial techniques, and legal writing. Directing activities and reviewing orders and appellate transcripts prepared by paralegals. Preparing appropriate decision and order of judicial quality disposing of difficult/complex appeals and forwarding to board or chief attorney for review. Advising board and recommending policy decisions based on the outcome of cases. Providing specific advice to the board regarding legal issues and advising other state and local officials on tax matters. Participating in legal or other public seminars and giving speeches to the public on behalf of the board. This position is unclassified pursuant to ORC 124.11(A)(9). Why Work for the State of Ohio Medical Coverage Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after completion of eligibility period Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave Education and Development Opportunities (Employee Development Funds, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and more) Public Retirement Systems (such as OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS) & Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation) Qualifications Admission to Ohio Bar pursuant to Section 4705.01 of Ohio Revised Code and current registration and good standing with Supreme Court. 5 years’ experience as attorney with Board of Tax Appeals or equivalent in practice of law. Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above. Job Skills Attorney/Legal Supplemental Information When completing your application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in this job posting. If you require reasonable accommodation for the application process, please email the Human Resources contact on this posting so arrangements can be made. Background Information The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check as well as other investigative reviews. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position, unless restricted under state or federal law or federal restrictions. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration. The final applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to appointment to test for illegal drug use. An applicant with a positive test will not be offered employment. ADA Statement 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. Drug-Free Workplace The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Ohio