Design Specialist 2

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Ohio Department of Administrative Services (DAS) is seeking a Design Specialist 2 to perform work on-site daily at DAS’s office space. This role involves preparing original design work for state projects, reviewing work performed by engineers, and determining interior space and facility needs. The position requires meeting with various stakeholders, preparing space layouts and drawings using CADD software, and coordinating with other department offices. The Design Specialist 2 will also inspect projects, ensure compliance with codes and regulations, and act as a coordinator for the design segment of projects. This includes developing and implementing building improvement and planning activities, counseling personnel on design practices, and assisting in the development of planning and design standards. The role also involves advising state entities on relocation procedures, researching materials, and acting as a liaison with state agencies and other building occupants. The Design Specialist 2 will coordinate with building management staff, review space concerns, and prepare various planning and design reports, including project status reports and correspondence. The Ohio Department of Administrative Services (DAS) takes great pride in its work to support the priorities of the DeWine-Tressel administration to ease access for those doing business with the state, secure state data and technology resources, and create efficiencies for our state government partners while keeping costs in check. DAS is the engine of state government, providing innovative solutions and supporting the efficient operation of state agencies, boards, and commissions. DAS program areas serve our Ohio government customers, who in turn directly serve the interests of Ohioans. We help procure goods and services, deliver information technology and mail, recruit and train personnel, promote equal access to the state workforce, lease and manage office space, process payroll, print publications, and perform a variety of other services. The Office of Real Estate and Planning provides state entities with diverse services related to office space and real estate needs. Services include office space assessments, space allocation, planning and design and project management activities; commercial leasing, acquisition and disposal of real estate; transfers of property between state entities; leasing of state buildings and land; appraisal review and valuation; surveyor services; and oversight of eminent domain actions.

Requirements

• 3 yrs. trg. &/or exp. in engineering or engineering design technology which included 1 course or 3 mos. trg. &/or exp. in one of following: shop math, geometry, trigonometry or calculus & 1 course or 3 mos. trg. &/or exp. in reading blueprints &/or specifications; or demonstrate proficiency.
• 12 mos. exp. as Design Specialist 1, 85821 or in comparable position involving performance of engineering design work.
• Engineering Knowledge of 1. Engineering design; 2. Interior space design; 3. Facilities planning & design or architecture; 4. Public relations; 5. Public budgeting & spending; 6. Applicable building codes & building safety regulations; 7. Office space feasibility assessment.
• Skill in: Operation of PC with applicable hardware & software (e.g., Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, MicroStation CAD, OAKS).
• Ability to Understand engineering designs
• Ability to Define problems, collect data, establish facts & draw valid conclusions
• Ability to Prepare, read & interpret specifications, drawings & blueprints
• Ability to Use statistical analysis
• Ability to Handle sensitive contacts with government officials, contractors & public
• Ability to Co-operate with co-workers on group projects
• Ability to Manage multi-phased interior design projects
• Must provide own transportation or in order to operate a state vehicle, you must have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Prepares original design work for state projects, reviews work performed by engineers & suggests corrections & improvements
• Determines interior space & facility needs including tenant improvements for state agencies, boards, commissions & elected officials
• Meets with housing coordinators & contacts, building owners, contractors, furniture & equipment vendors, building management & trades personnel to obtain information, monitor project activities & communicate change orders
• Prepares & develops space layouts, drawings & performance plans (e.g., design proposals, demolition plans, construction plans, electrical plans, furniture plans & reflected ceiling plans) using computer-aided design & drafting (CADD) software & systems
• Reviews & ensures accuracy of blueprints, drawings, layouts & performance plans prepared by engineering, architectural or design personnel or Office of Real Estate & Planning
• Coordinates & reviews bids, proposals, engineering work & specifications, estimates & plans for tenant & building improvements with other department offices & state entity clientele
• Inspects projects & monitors progress
• Ensures compliance with approved drawings, plans, applicable codes, regulations & standards
• Attends meetings & acts as coordinator for design segment of projects
• Develops & implements building improvement & planning & design activities for state agencies, boards, commissions, & elected officials housed in state-owned buildings & privately leased facilities
• Counsels state entity personnel, contractors & building owners on planning & design practices, policies & procedures
• Assists in development of planning & design standards & space allocation methodologies
• Participates in building occupant strategies & programs
• Advises & consults state entities on procedures for relocating aspects of moving staff & equipment
• Researches & analyzes materials, information & program activity within assigned area of responsibilities
• Coordinates & acts as liaison with state agencies, boards, commissions, elected officials & other building occupants to facilitate various phases of Department’s space management program
• Coordinates with & directs building management staff in services & other accommodations necessary for managing space occupied by state entity clientele & other building occupants
• Reviews space concerns & needs from building occupants; reports findings & proposes corrective action
• Prepares various planning & design reports
• Maintains project files
• Submits project status reports & activity logs
• Prepares correspondence
• Maintains records on project activities
• Documents state entity inquiries, directives & decisions concerning planning & design activities & housing needs
• Performs other related duties as required

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: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed