Artificial Intelligence Operations Specialist; IT Architect​/Consultant

Position: Artificial Intelligence Operations Specialist (IT Architect / Consultant 1)

Job Description - Artificial Intelligence Operations Specialist (IT Architect / Consultant
1) (250009HU)

Artificial Intelligence Operations Specialist (IT Architect / Consultant
1) ( 250009HU )

Organization

Medicaid

Contact

Human Resourceso.gov

Unposting Date

Feb 2, 2026, 4:59:00 AM

Work Location

Lazarus 6 50 West Town Street Columbus 43215

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation

$44.66 - $65.78/hour

Schedule

Full-time

Union

OCSEA

Primary Job Skill

Information Technology

Technical Skills

Application Design, Cloud computing, Machine Learning, Database Administration, Software development/implementation

Professional Skills

Analyzation, Innovation

Primary Technology

Not Applicable

Agency Overview

Investing in opportunities for Ohioans that work for every person and every family in every corner of our state is at the hallmark of Governor DeWine’s agenda for Ohio’s future. To ensure Ohio is “the best place to live, work, raise and family and start a business,” we must have strong schools, a great quality of life, and compassion for those who need our help.

Ohio Department of Medicaid plays a unique and necessary role in supporting the governor’s vision. As the single state Medicaid agency responsible for administering high-quality, person-centric healthcare, the department is committed to supporting the health and wellbeing of nearly one in every four Ohioans served. We do so by:

• Delivering a personalized care experience to more than three million people served.
• Improving care for children and adults with complex behavioral health needs.
• Working collectively with our partners and providers to measurably strengthen wellness and health outcomes.
• Streamlining administrative burdens so doctors and healthcare providers have more time for patient care.
• Ensuring financial transparency and operational accountability across all Medicaid programs and services.

Job Description

What You Will Do at ODM:

Office

Information & Technology Services

Classification

IT Architect/Consultant 1 (PN )

Primary Technology

Artificial Intelligence

Job Overview

The Ohio Department of Medicaid (ODM) is seeking a results-driven professional to lead the design, deployment, and continuous improvement of Artificial Intelligence (AI) solutions that address critical business needs. This position plays a key role in ODM’s digital transformation strategy, driving improvements in operational efficiency and service delivery for Medicaid providers and members. Your work will directly impact the speed, quality, and effectiveness of Medicaid services for Ohioans.

Key Responsibilities

• Identifies and implements AI-driven innovations that streamline internal workflows and improve decision-making across the organization.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to integrate advanced technologies into business processes.
• Drives continuous improvement initiatives using AI and data-driven insights.

Technical Focus Areas

• Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML):
  Applying predictive models and automation to optimize business processes.
• Natural Language Processing (NLP):
  Leveraging language-based AI to extract insights and enhance communication workflows.
• Cloud Platforms:
  Utilizing Microsoft Azure and/or Google Cloud to build scalable, secure AI infrastructure.
• Vector Databases:
  Implementing high-performance data storage solutions to support semantic understanding and retrieval.
• Semantic Search:
  Enhancing information discovery through context-aware search capabilities.

Benefits

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*.

• 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…