Planning & Response Planner; Planner - PN 20013526 & 20013825

Planning & Response Planner (Planner
3)

Organization:
Health

Work Location:

Health Department Building, 246 North High Street, 1st Floor, Columbus, OH 43215

Primary

Location:

United States of America
- Ohio
- Franklin County
- Columbus

Compensation: $30.55 per hour

Schedule:

Full-time

Work Hours:

Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm

Classified Indicator:
Classified

Union: OCSEA

Primary Job Skill:
Planning and Development

Technical

Skills:

Risk Management, Emergency Management, Planning and Development

Professional

Skills:

Attention to Detail, Organizing and Planning, Priority Setting, Strategic Thinking

Agency Overview:
Our mission at the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans. Our agency is committed to building a modern, vibrant public health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish. The Bureau of Health Preparedness plays a vital role in this mission. We lead in preparing for and responding to public health threats — from natural disasters and disease outbreaks to bioterrorism and radiological emergencies.

Our all-hazards approach ensures Ohio is ready for anything.

Job Description:

What You'll Do:

Are you ready to play a pivotal role in safeguarding the health and safety of millions of Ohioans? As a Emergency Preparedness Planner, you'll lead critical initiatives that ensure Ohio is ready to respond to public health emergencies — from natural disasters to man-made threats. Provide subject matter expertise on all-hazards planning and response (e.g., research, writing, and development [or update] of plans, plus working during emergency operations to coordinate ODH actions in response to large or small incidents).

Develop and maintain emergency preparedness plans for ODH. Coordinate with various healthcare coalitions, local health departments, non-governmental organizations plus state and federal agencies to provide a common operating picture, manage resources, coordinate actions, and share information among local, regional, state and federal stakeholders. Support and coordinate agency emergency response operations (but not as a direct first responder in the field).

Staff the Emergency Support Function #8 (Public Health and Medical Services) Desk at the State of Ohio Emergency Operations Center to support efficient and effective coordinated state-level emergency response operations. Organize exercises, after-action reviews, and trainings. Represent ODH on preparedness committees and at public health conferences. Assist with grants, proposals, and federal preparedness standards compliance.

We're Looking for Someone Who:

• Is mission-driven and passionate about public health.
• Conducts independent research to build subject matter expertise.
• Translates strategic objectives into actionable plans.
• Works collaboratively across teams and agencies.
• Remains composed and resourceful in challenging situations.
• Communicates clearly and effectively through written or oral means.
• Embraces continuous learning, training, and innovation.
• Can use technology and data to make informed decisions.
• Is organized, accountable, and follows through on assignments.
• Shows initiative and leads with poise and purpose.

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.

Qualifications:

Completion of undergraduate core program or 24 mos. exp. in assigned program area (e.g., public health, environmental science, business continuity management, business or public administration) AND; 9 mos. trg. or 9 mos. exp. in operational, mathematical, analytical or statistical research methods used in conducting & documenting research studies AND; 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in public relations AND; 1 course or 3 mos.

exp. in budgeting AND; 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in technical writing or business communication. Or 6 mos. exp. as Planner 2, 85312, in assigned program area. Or Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.