Program Administrator

Overview

The Ohio Department of Aging (ODA) seeks a Program Administrator (3) to provide strategic direction and manage cross-divisional projects. The role reports to the Chief Administrative Officer and works with the Chief Program Officer.

• Provide strategic administrative support to the Chief Administrative Officer and Chief Program Officer.
• Manage and coordinate high-profile speaking engagements and public appearances.
• Coordinate and lead internal strategy meetings.
• Analyze and evaluate program policies and directives.
• Submit recommendations for programs and cross-divisional projects.

5 years training or 5 years experience in business administration, management or public administration. Or completion of an undergraduate core program in business administration, management or public administration; 36 months training or 36 months experience in a supervisory, administrative or managerial position. Or completion of an undergraduate core program for an academic field of study commensurate with the program area; 36 months training or 36 months experience in a supervisory, administrative or managerial staff position involving planning, research or policy/procedure development.

Or 1 year experience as Program Administrator 2, 63123. Or equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above.

• Excellent administrative skills.
• Skilled in change management with an ability to juggle several complex projects at once.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the State of Ohio government operations and regulations a plus.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent time management and proficiency with scheduling software.
• Excellent communication skills, ability to interact with diverse stakeholders and experience in public speaking or presentations.
• Professional demeanor, strong presentation skills and the ability to represent senior executives effectively.

• 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) and optional deferred compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

NOTE: You must attach a resume and cover letter summarizing your work experience.

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.

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.