Job Description
NOTICE: This position will be headquartered in an ODJFS facility in one of the following cities:
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 The Office of Workforce Development (OWD) administers several federal workforce programs and oversees a network of local OhioMeansJobs centers, which provide free job training and other services for Ohioans looking for work and employers seeking workers. OWD also assists job seekers through OhioMeansJobs.com, an online job matching system that brings both employers and job seekers to one easy-to-use website. Learn more about the office by visiting the ODJFS OWD webpage.
What You’ll Do - Track and complete projects and initiatives as needed, including annual career fair and other outreach efforts.
- Review Comprehensive Case Management and Employment Program (CCMEP) policy and make recommendations for changes.
- Analyze CCMEP data to identify opportunities to improve the program and local performance, including positive outcomes for Ohio’s youth.
- Ensure that state CCMEP policy aligns with state and federal requirements.
- Develop and present trainings on CCMEP policy and coaching/career pathway model for state staff and local stakeholders.
- Work closely with community partners, educational institutions, workforce development boards, and other stakeholders to enhance program impact and accessibility.
- Serve as a key point of contact for addressing escalated participant or stakeholder’s concerns.
- Promote a collaborative and innovative work environment that encourages knowledge sharing and teamwork.
- Mentor Employment Service Coordinators and other team members, providing guidance and support to enhance understanding of policy and professional development in relation to CCMEP, which includes Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF).
Travel across Ohio for trainings and meetings with local stakeholders and other team members each month
Schedule - Standard workdays are Monday through Friday, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. with the possibility of an approved flex schedule depending on operational need.
Travel - In-Person attendance at quarterly & annual team meetings (location rotates across Ohio).
- In-Person attendance for technical assistance and training several times a month across Ohio.
PN(s): 20037747
Option 1 The ideal candidate, at minimum, must have the following:
- Completion of undergraduate core program in business administration, management or public administration; 36 mos. trg. or 36 mos. exp. in supervisory, administrative &/or managerial position.
Option 2- Completion of undergraduate core program for academic field of study commensurate with program area to be assigned per approved Position Description on File; 36 mos. trg. or 36 mos. exp. in supervisory, administrative, managerial &/or staff position involving planning, research &/or policy/procedure development.
Option 3- 5 yrs. trg. or 5 yrs. exp. in business administration, management or public administration.
Option 4- 1 yr. exp. as Program Administrator 2, 63123.
Option 5- Equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above.
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 This position is in the State of Ohio’s E1 Pay Schedule, Pay Range 14. Unless required by legislation or union contract, starting salary will be the minimum salary of that pay range (step 1, currently $39.22 per hour). These ranges provide a standardized pathway for pay increases. With continued employment, new hires move to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. Cost of Living Adjustments increase wages in these ranges each fiscal year. The current step progression wages are in the table below.
Pay Range 14
Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Step 8 Hourly $39.22
$41.66
$43.68
$46.05
$48.66
$51.36
$53.49
$55.99
Annual $81,578
$86,237
$90,854
$95,784
$101,213
$106,829
$111,259
$116,459
Months of Employment At Hire 6 months 18 months 30 months 42 months 54 Months 66 Months 78 Months Organization Job & Family Services
Agency Contact Name and Information odjfscareers@jfs.ohio.gov
Unposting Date Sep 18, 2025, 11:59:00 PM
Primary Location United States of America-OHIO
Compensation $39.22
Schedule Full-time
Work Hours 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Classified Indicator Classified
Union Exempt from Union
Primary Job Skill Program Management
Technical Skills Administrative support/services
Professional Skills Adaptability, Attention to Detail, Collaboration, Critical Thinking, Customer Focus
Agency Overview Who We Are The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) supports Ohioans and their families through the following programs:
- Cash and Food Assistance
- Employment Services and Workforce Development
- Unemployment Insurance
- Adult Protective Services
- Child Support
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!
Guiding Principles - We will be a leader in customer satisfaction.
- We will have a reputation that attracts and retains talented, diverse, and dedicated employees.
- We get better at what we do every day.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Work experience placement, Work at office, Local area, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours,