Human Services Developer

Organization

Department of Children and Youth

Children & Youth N. High Complex, 246 North High Street, Columbus, 43215

United States of America - OHIO - Franklin County - Columbus

$34.96 hourly

Full‑time

Work Hours:

8:00 am – 5:00 pm

1199

Human Services

Human Services

Adaptability

About us

Our mission is to promote positive, lifelong outcomes for Ohio youth through early intervention, quality education, and family support programs. At DCY, we offer our employees a rewarding work experience in public service helping Ohioans achieve a sustainable lifestyle that includes generous benefit options and a flexible work life balance making our agency a great place to work!
To learn more about DCY, please visit our website at Department of Children and Youth | Ohio.gov.

DCY’s core hours of operation are Mon‑Fri from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, however, daily start/end times may vary based on operational need across DCY divisions. Employees may begin as early as 7:00 am and as late as 9:00 am, based on supervisory approval. This position performs work on‑site daily at DCY’s office space.

DCY is seeking a knowledgeable and collaborative professional to lead statewide implementation and oversight of extended foster care programs, including Bridges, AAC, and KGAP C21, supporting youth ages 18–21.

• Oversee statewide implementation of Bridges, AAC, and KGAP C21 programs.
• Interpret and apply federal/state laws, policies, and regulations (e.g., Foster Connections Act).
• Provide technical assistance and training to public and private service providers.
• Support program outcomes in safety, permanency, and well‑being.
• Analyze legislation, litigation, and policy to establish statewide standards.
• Monitor and evaluate program performance using qualitative and quantitative data.
• Collaborate with CCWIS staff to ensure system compliance with mandates.
• Respond to inquiries from clients, providers, officials, and the public.

• Manage grants and sub‑grant agreements, including procurement and contract development.
• Track funding, approve purchase orders, and monitor expenditures.
• Ensure timely and accurate payments to vendors and sub‑grantees.
• Conduct cost projections and trend analyses for program budgets.

• Prepare reports and maintain program documentation.
• Attend meetings, trainings, and conferences.
• Travel required; must have valid driver’s license or reliable transportation.

• Experience in child welfare or human services program administration.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state child welfare policies.
• Skills in data analysis, program evaluation, and contract management.

Unless required by legislation or union contract, starting salary will be step 1 of the salary range associated with this position. New hires advance to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. Based on collective bargaining and legislative activity, there may be cost of living increases awarded annually. Additional longevity supplements begin after 5 years. The current wage progression for this position is in the table below.

Months of Employment

At Hire

6 months

18 months

30 months

42 months

54 Months

66 Months

78 Months

Pay Range

1199/13

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4

Step 5

Step 6

Step 7

Step 8

Hourly

$34.96

$36.65

$38.49

$40.32

$42.29

$44.39

$46.55

$48.90

Annual

$72,717

$76,232

$80,059

$83,866

$87,963

$92,331

$96,824

$101,712

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

You can check the status of your application online by signing into your profile and clicking the “My Jobpage” tab to view completed submissions and submission details. If you have questions other than your application’s status, please direct them to DCY.Human…