Accident Prevention Coordinator [Program Administrator 2

Accident Prevention Coordinator

Organization:
Youth Services - Cuyahoga Hills Juvenile Correctional Facility Agency Contact Name and Information:
Amanda.

Norriso.gov

Unposting Date:
Aug 31, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Work Location:

Cuyahoga Juvenile Correctional 4321 Green Road Highland Hills

Primary

Location:

United States of America-OHIO-Cuyahoga County-Highland Hills Compensation: $33.32 - $47.47 per hour

Schedule:

Full-time

Work Hours:

M-F Flexible Classified Indicator:
Unclassified Union:
Exempt from Union

Primary Job Skill:
Program Management Technical

Skills:

Occupational Safety, Program Management Professional

Skills:

Analyzation, Confidentiality, Continuous Improvement

Agency Overview: JOIN OUR TEAM! We are transforming and saving lives at DYS! A safer Ohio: one youth, one family and one community at a time. About Us… The Ohio Department of Youth Services strives to save and transform the lives of youth throughout the state of Ohio. Our employees work together to support youth and empower families and communities. In addition to our three juvenile corrections facilities, we support more than 600 community programs reaching more than 90,000 youth across the state.

Our Guiding Principles… Demonstrate staff are our greatest resource Treat everyone with respect Cultivate a trauma responsive environment for staff and youth to thrive Provide the best support and services for youth and families Advance our culture of inclusion through understanding and appreciating staff and youth differences Commit to and encourage collaboration and continuous improvement to produce better outcomes for those we serve Celebrate collective successes and support one another through opportunities to improve To learn more about DYS, please visit our website.

The Opportunity:

As the Accident Prevention Coordinator at Cuyahoga Hills Juvenile Correctional Facility, you will oversee the facility's Health and Safety program and serve as the point of contact on safety matters. This role balances administrative oversight with hands-on inspections to ensure a safe work environment.

Core Responsibilities:

Serve as the facility Safety Officer; develop and implement policy; collaborate with management and employees to develop safety systems and annual safety goals Review, test, and audit safety practices, emergency procedures and work environments; assist in identifying accident prevention activities, including Employee Health and Safety training Serve as the facility Fire and Safety Officer; inspect all fire extinguishers, eye wash stations, emergency lights, and other safety equipment;

act as the American Correctional Association (ACA) chairperson for mandatory standards related to flammable, toxic, caustic materials Coordinate Workers' Compensation claims'; investigate injuries/accidents and ensure they are reported according to policy; conduct accident analysis on all at work injuries and report findings; communicate with employees to ensure understanding and completion of forms Oversee the facility's Transitional Work Program; coordinate modified duty assignments with supervisors

Why Work for the State of Ohio 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 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 )
* Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

4 yrs. trg. or 4 yrs. exp. in business administration management science or public administration. Or completion of undergraduate core program in business administration, management science or public administration; and 2 yrs. trg. or 2 yrs. exp. in supervisory, administrative &/or managerial position. Or completion of undergraduate core program in academic field commensurate with program area to be assigned per approved Position Description on file;

and 2 yrs. trg. or 2 yrs. exp. in supervisory, administrative &/or managerial position or staff position involving planning, research &/or policy/procedure development. Or 1 yr. exp. as Program Administrator 1, 63122. Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above Job

Skills:

Program Management Supplemental Information BACKGROUND CHECK NOTICE:
The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug…