Bureau of Health Preparedness Bureau Chief (Health Planning Administrator 4 - PN 20013528)

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

9d • Onsite

About The Position

ODH is seeking an experienced, mission-driven leader to serve as the Bureau Chief. This critical leadership role oversees managers and staff responsible for statewide and local emergency preparedness, planning, and response activities. As a key member of the agency's leadership team, The Bureau Chief will collaborate with fellow bureau chiefs and executive leadership to advance the agency's mission of promoting and protecting the health and well-being of all Ohioans. 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 (BHP) 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. We oversee federal funding related to public health and hospital funding to ensure preparedness and readiness for response. Our all-hazards approach ensures Ohio is ready for anything.

Requirements

• 6 yrs. exp. in planning & administering health program(s).
• Completion of graduate core program in field of public health, health administration, preventive medicine, social work, nursing or other health-related field or public policy & management/public administration or business administration; AND 3 yrs. exp. in planning & administering health program(s).
• 12 mos. exp. as Health Planning Administrator 3, 65247.
• 2 yrs. exp. as Health Planning Administrator 2, 65246.
• Applicants for any bureau chief position in Ohio Department of Health must satisfy qualifications cited in Chapter 37 of Administrative Code for particular bureau for which application is being made.
• Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above
• Demonstrated leadership ability in guiding teams through complex or high-pressure situations.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate, coach, and foster a positive work culture.
• Proven experience collaborating across divisions and with executive leadership.
• Clear, concise communication, decision-making, and organizational skills.
• Official educational transcripts are required for all post-high school educational accomplishments, coursework or degrees claimed on the application.
• Applicants will be required to submit an official transcript prior to receiving a formal offer of employment.
• Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) working days of being requested will cause the applicant to be eliminated from further consideration.
• A transcript is considered "official" only if it is an original copy from the educational institution and includes an institutional watermark, ink stamp or embossed stamp.
• Transcripts printed from the institution's website will not be accepted.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction and oversight to managers and staff within BHP.
• Lead operational planning and coordination for statewide and local emergency events.
• Cultivate an environment of engagement, positivity, and accountability across the bureau.
• Collaborate with agency leadership to ensure alignment with organization goals, statutory requirements, and public health best practices.
• Serve as a visible, effective leader during critical incidents, ensuring clarity of communication, operational excellence, and strong team performance.
• Represent the bureau and agency in internal and external forums to support preparedness initiatives.

Benefits

• 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 )

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager