Project Manager 1 - Medical Director%27s Office - 20040503

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Project Manager 1 to support projects that strengthen services across the agency’s medical and forensic programs. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys coordinating complex initiatives, building relationships with internal and external partners, and improving processes that support statewide behavioral health operations.

Requirements

• Successful completion of 2 yrs. post-secondary education majoring in business administration, public administration, computer science/information technology, social science, or health, with major being commensurate with project to be assigned; 12 mos. exp. in budgeting & calculating cost projections of program/projects.
• OR 3 yrs. exp. in project management (i.e., management and development of project/program requirements, design, development, testing/pilot, training & full-scale implementation), with experience to be commensurate with project/program &/or position description on file (e.g., specific human service program area, management information sciences, fiscal); 12 mos. exp. in budgeting & calculating cost projections of program/projects.
• OR equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
• Official transcripts are required for all post-secondary education, coursework, or degrees listed on the application.
• Applicants must submit an official transcript before receiving a formal employment offer.
• Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) business days of the request will result in disqualification from further consideration.
• Transcripts printed from the institution’s website will not be accepted.
• DBH reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution.
• The State of Ohio is a drug-free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis).
• Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.
• To be considered for this position, you must apply online through this posting website (careers.ohio.gov).
• We no longer accept paper applications.
• When completing your online Ohio Civil Service Application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting.
• We will not give credit for your qualifications, experience, education, and training in the job selection process if there is no evidence provided on your application.
• In addition, “see resume” is not a substitution for completing supplemental questions.
• Answers to the supplemental questions must be fully supported by the work experience/education sections of your application.
• You may check the status of your application by signing into your profile on this website (careers.ohio.gov).
• We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application.
• Be sure to check your email regularly.
• The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check.
• Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position.
• An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
• Rule 5122-7-21, “Background check on applicants,” outlines disqualifying offenses that will preclude an applicant from being employed by the Department of Behavioral Health.
• If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process, assessment &/or interview, please contact Andrew Seifert, EEO/ADA Administrator at [email protected] or 614-466-8884.

Nice To Haves

• Project Management
• Interviewing
• Management
• Planning and Developing
• Public Relations
• Attention to Detail
• Collaboration
• Goal Setting
• Time Management
• Problem Solving

Responsibilities

• Oversee project timelines, deliverables, and coordination across teams and leadership.
• Work closely with hospital administrators, program directors, and agency leadership to support strategic initiatives.
• Organize project activities, monitor progress, and help ensure projects stay on schedule.
• Assist with data-related activities, including organizing information used for planning and decision-making.
• Support procurement-related tasks such as preparing materials, coordinating reviews, and ensuring proper documentation.
• Assist with developing and managing grant proposals and tracking grant requirements.
• Collaborate with partners across federal, state, and local agencies to gather information and ensure program alignment.
• Help plan and coordinate key events, including the annual Forensic Conference.

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: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree