Ohio Career Launch Administrator (ODJFS Program Administrator 1)

State of Ohio • Akron, IA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Ohio Career Launch Administrator plans, develops, and evaluates Ohio Career Launch activities within the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services’ Office of Workforce Development. The role coordinates program activities between the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), cooperates with the Office of Family Assistance, and works closely with counties and workforce development areas delivering services.

The administrator develops and implements program rules, policies, and procedures, ensuring alignment with state and federal requirements. The role collaborates with state departments, community partners, educational institutions, workforce development boards, and other stakeholders to improve program impact and accessibility. It also provides or coordinates training and technical assistance for counties, local workforce areas, and stakeholders.

The position is headquartered at an ODJFS facility in Columbus, Akron, or Dayton, with the specific location determined in part by proximity to the applicant’s home. Travel across Ohio is required for meetings, training, and technical assistance, including quarterly and annual in-person team meetings. Standard workdays are Monday through Friday, with hours between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.; an approved flex schedule may be possible depending on operational needs. Candidates must provide their own transportation or have a valid driver’s license to operate a state vehicle.

Requirements

• 36 months of training or experience delivering employment- and training-related government programs, community or private-industry human resource programs, and 12 months of training or experience in supervisory principles and techniques; or completion of an undergraduate core program in public or business administration, social science, or human resource management, plus 12 months of training or experience in supervisory principles and techniques and 12 months of training or experience in managerial principles and techniques; or an equivalent combination meeting the stated minimum qualifications.
• Strong policy interpretation skills and ability to analyze data.
• Leadership and collaboration skills, including fostering a positive and productive work environment.
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and manage time.
• Organizational, communication, and critical-thinking skills, with attention to detail.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and processes and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Creative problem-solving skills.
• Computer skills with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, and internal systems such as case management, fiscal information, and performance systems.
• Ability to build and maintain good working relationships.
• Must provide own transportation or have a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and evaluate Ohio Career Launch activities.
• Coordinate program activities between WIOA and TANF.
• Cooperate with the Office of Family Assistance in administering Ohio Career Launch.
• Work with local counties and workforce development areas that deliver Ohio Career Launch services.
• Develop and implement program rules, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure Ohio Career Launch rules and policies align with state and federal requirements.
• Collaborate with state departments, community partners, educational institutions, workforce development boards, and other stakeholders to improve program impact and accessibility.
• Ensure counties, local workforce areas, and stakeholders receive necessary training and technical assistance.
• Promote a collaborative and innovative work environment that encourages knowledge sharing and teamwork.
• Travel across Ohio for trainings and meetings with local stakeholders and team members.
• Attend quarterly and annual in-person team meetings and provide in-person technical assistance and training across Ohio.

Benefits

• Medical coverage.
• Free dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums after completion of the eligibility period.
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal and sick leave, and 11 paid holidays per year.
• Childbirth, adoption, and foster care leave.
• Education and development opportunities, including employee development funds and Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Public retirement systems, including OPERS, STRS, SERS, and HPRS, and optional deferred compensation through Ohio Deferred Compensation.

What This Job Offers

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