NOTICE: This position will be headquartered in an ODJFS facility at one of the following locations:
Rhodes State Office Tower – 30 E. Broad Street, Columbus OH 43215
Akron Delivery Center - 172 S. Broadway St., Akron, OH 44308
Dayton Delivery Center - 6680 Poe Ave, Dayton, OH 45414
Who We Are
The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) supports Ohioans and their families through the following programs:
- Adult Protective Services
Public service is an honorable way to serve the community in a hands-on dedicated way. You can make a difference in someone’s world!
Agency Mission
To improve the well-being of Ohio's workforce and families by promoting economic self-sufficiency and ensuring the safety of Ohio's most vulnerable citizens.
Our Vision
To be the nation's leading workforce development and family support system.
Our Values
Accountability, Innovation, Teamwork, Integrity, and Compassion
Office of Workforce Development
Building Ohio's Workforce. Creating Innovative Solutions. Promoting Economic Independence and Growth.
What You'll Do:
- Responsible for managing all aspects of one or more workforce development projects
- Managing performance, service quality, partner relationships, budget and expenditures, communications, and all other aspects of the project
- Preparing grant proposals including detailed plans and budgets
- Forming and maintaining strong partner relationships
- Monitoring grant, including tracking invoices and deliverables performed in accordance with the grant contract and invoice Serving as agency point-of-contact for communications and inquiries related to the project
- Overseeing day to day operations and service quality (reviewing data and invoices, visiting service locations, meeting with partners, submitting reports, responding to audit findings)
- Ensuring the project complies with federal and state regulations and the terms of the grant
- Collaborating with other entities, including but not limited to, other state agencies, Governor’s Office, Office of Workforce Transformation, and/or federal agencies
- Leading or participating on workforce committees, including those with outside ODJFS entities
Necessary Skills:
- Knowledge of federal workforce programs and ODJFS administrative processes
- Experience with managing budgets, tracking expenditures, and predicting financial outcomes
- Ability to collaborate and form trusting relationships across departments and organizations
- Strong reading, writing, and verbal communication skills
- Solid trouble-shooting and creative problem-solving skills
- Ability to handle competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Schedule:
- Position is hybrid, with three days at headquarter location. Standard workdays are Monday through Friday. Hours are between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
Travel:
- Travel may be required, as needed, to in-person meetings, presentations and conferences
Challenges:
- Projects and responsibilities vary based on need and can have tasks due at the same time.
- Projects within a program area may have challenges with change management and not being in the direct line of leadership.
What’s in it for you:
At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality, competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits, visit our Total Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:
Medical Coverage
- Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.
Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance
- Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period. Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.
Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
- 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth/Adoption leave
Employee Development Funds
- The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.
Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
- OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.
Deferred Compensation
- The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.
Tips For Your Application
When completing the different sections of this application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in this job posting. We cannot give you credit for your Work Experience and Education & Certifications if you do not provide that information in your online application. Information in attached resumes or cover letters must be entered into your application in the appropriate Work Experience or Education & Certification sections to be considered.
Pay Information
Qualifications
Option 1
4 yrs. exp. in project management (i.e., management & development of project/program requirements, design, development, testing/pilot, training & full scale implementation), with experience to be commensurate with project/program &/or position description on file (e.g., specific human service program area, management information sciences, fiscal)
And
12 mos. exp. in budgeting & calculating cost projections of program/projects.
Option 2
- Or successful completion of 2 yrs. post-secondary education majoring in business administration, public administration, computer science/information technology, social science, or health, with major being commensurate with project to be assigned
And
12 mos. exp. in budgeting & calculating cost projections of program/projects;
And
12 mos. exp. in project management (i.e., management & development of project/program requirements, design, development, testing/pilot, training & full scale implementation).
Option 3
- Or 12 mos. exp. as Project Manager 1, 63381 or IT Project Manager 1, 63384.
Option 4
- Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
Job Skills: Project Management
Supplemental Information
NOTICE: This posting contains supplemental questions that will be used to assess proficiency in the minimum qualifications. Please provide complete, clear, and detailed responses to each question.
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.