Job Summary

Supervises and manages the operation of the Labor, Employment and Administrative Law Section of the Legal Affairs Division. The Labor, Employment and Administrative Law Section is responsible for:

• Representing the Authority’s interests in labor arbitrations and in matters before state and federal administrative agencies. Some litigation work in court may be required.
• Providing legal assistance to Human Resources and various departments on labor and employment matters.
• Drafting, reviewing and updating personnel policies and procedures.
• Serving as a resource for and providing legal assistance to the Authority’s Office of Equal Opportunity.
• Providing legal support, as well as advice and counsel, to various departments within the Authority and to the Board of Trustees.
• Drafting and reviewing Board resolutions.
• Handling public records requests and subpoenas.
• Conducting legal research and preparing legal opinions on public sector legal issues, including but not limited to, public transit and statutory compliance with federal, state and local laws.
• Conferring with state and federal agencies for guidance and monitoring federal, state and local legislation affecting GCRTA
• Performing other duties of a similar nature as may be required.

The Senior Counsel will be responsible for promoting the handling all legal matters thoroughly, professionally, efficiently and in a timely manner. Written work products must be of the highest quality. May be assigned to serve on Authority committees and review panels.

Requirements

Applicants must have a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree and a license to practice law in the State of Ohio. Applicants must also be in good standing with the Ohio Supreme Court. A minimum of eight (8) years of relevant legal experience is required. At least three (3) years professional supervisory experience preferred (including conducting performance reviews), either through professional work environment or through completion of supervisory training/education. Applicants must also have strong writing, research and oral communication skills, with experience using Microsoft Office applications, Outlook, Groupwise or similar email communication, and the internet. Applicants must also have intermediate knowledge of and skill in using Westlaw and/or Lexis software.

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• Performs outreach services to individuals experiencing mental health and/or housing insecurity issues by providing linkages to services provided by local organizations.
• Makes mental health assessments and provides crisis counseling to the homeless community and individuals experiencing mental health related issues within the RTA system.
• Provides short-term case management services as appropriate and makes direct referrals to other community services.
• Serves as a liaison between the Police Department and public and private community-based organizations that provide mental health, crisis intervention, and homeless and supportive housing services.
• Engage and establish relationships with the unsheltered community to provide supportive services in collaboration with behavioral health and social services organizations; advocates and collaborates with service providers to facilitate access to care with the goal of stabilization.
• Works with management to perform outreach within the community and participate in community-violence reduction efforts including informational presentations
• Assists in medical emergencies on GCRTA property by gathering information, providing logistical support, and/or providing first-aid as appropriate; summons medical response as necessary.
• Participates in and successfully completes all required training, such as conflict resolution, security awareness, etc.
• Provides various routine assistance to GCRTA personnel; gathers, maintains and retrieves records as directed; fills out forms and writes basic reports; enters data into appropriate computer database or application.

Minimum Requirements:

• Associate degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Two (2) years of (full-time equivalent) professional verifiable experience in social work or related experience.
• Two (2) years of (full-time equivalent) community service or similar experience which involved interacting and engaging with people from a variety of backgrounds.
• Experience in homeless advocate programs, behavioral health support programs, or interacting and engaging with the homeless community and/or individuals experiencing complex mental health issues preferred.
• Additional experience as outlined above may be substituted for the education on a year-for-year basis.

This position operates within the Transit Police Department.

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• Patrols assigned areas with purpose to prevent disorder, criminal activity and terrorism.
• Protects RTA passengers and employees within the RTA designated area and municipal area of concurrent jurisdiction.
• Maintains peace and order on the rail, buses, stations, platforms, and any other property of RTA or areas of concurrent jurisdiction.
• Prepares reports and maintains associated responsibilities concerning reported information. Performs patrol duties specific to assignment (e.g., bus, radio patrol car, plainclothes, train and station, derailment, etc.).

Minimum Requirements:

• Applicant must have a high school diploma or its GED equivalent.
• Applicants must be at least 21 years of age at time of appointment and must have a valid Ohio Driver's License.
• Applicants must not have more than two (2) points on their driver’s license in the past three (3) years or any convictions for which time could have been served.
• Applicants must be able to obtain passing scores on a content valid written test battery, physical abilities test and oral communication exercise.
• Applicants must achieve a satisfactory evaluation on a psychological assessment, medical examination (including drug and alcohol screening) and must meet the criteria established for a background check.
• Applicant must attain qualifications through training leading to certifications to use systems such as Cuyahoga Regional Information System (CRIS), the Law Enforcement Automated Data System (LEADS), and such certifications that might be required by government regulatory agencies such as the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and the Ohio Department of Transportation.
• Successful candidates must display sound judgment and be able to interact with the general public in a variety of situations, display initiative, discern emotional state of others and make an appropriate and thoughtful response.

Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (OPOTA) - Basic Police Training certification, preferred.

Duties:

• Responsible for all repairs of service vehicles, non-revenue vehicles and associated equipment.
• Performs one or more of these functions: Engine Diagnosis, Engine Replacement, Engine and Small Parts Rebuilding, Transmission Replacement, Differential Replacement and/or Rebuild, Brake, Front End, Suspension/Steering Work, Transmission Rebuilding, General Maintenance.
• This position can be assigned to any of these duties according to need and can be reassigned to a different functional area at any time.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature as may be required.
• Must be able to work independently.

Qualifications:

• A high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is required.
• Completion of a high school or post-high school Automotive/Diesel Technology or related program (as evidenced by diploma, degree, certificate, etc.) is also required.
• One year of verifiable experience in an automotive or truck shop maintaining and repairing vehicle systems (e.g., engines, transmissions, brakes, and steering and suspension) may substitute for completion of an Automotive/Diesel Technology program.
• A valid STATE OF OHIO COMMERCIAL DRIVERS LICENSE (CDL) Class “A” or “B” with Passenger and Airbrake endorsements OR A TEMPORARY CDL, Class “A” or “B" with Passenger and Airbrake endorsements is required, along with A GOOD DRIVING RECORD with no more than FOUR (4) POINTS in the past three years.
• Candidates must successfully pass a written test, a performance test, and an interview. Candidates must score a minimum 70% or higher on both the written and performance tests, and must attain a minimum of 60% on the interview portion, to move forward in the process.

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