Project Manager 2 (Bureau Chief, Family Support Operations)

State of Ohio • Columbus, OH

22h • Onsite

About The Position

The Ohio Department of Children and Youth does not provide employment-based visa sponsorship. All answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education provided on your civil service application. Attachments will not be considered as part of your application. Selection devices such as a structured interview, proficiency instrument, and/or assessment may be required for this position. Applicants must demonstrate proficiency with a passing score of applicable selection device to be considered for this position. Regardless of a passing or failing score, all results will be maintained for 6 months. Applicant with a passing score will be retained and utilized for a 6-month period. Applicant with a failing score in the same position may not re-take the same selection device for a 6-month period. Travel required, as needed. Must provide own transportation or in order to operate a state vehicle, you must have a valid driver’s license. Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. About us Our mission is to promote positive, lifelong outcomes for Ohio youth through early intervention, quality education, and family support programs. At DCY, we offer our employees a rewarding work experience in public service helping Ohioans achieve a sustainable lifestyle that includes generous benefit options and a flexible work life balance making our agency a great place to work! To learn more about DCY, please visit our website at Department of Children and Youth | Ohio.gov. Location Requirements DCY’s core hours of operation are Mon-Fri from 8:00am to 5:00pm, however, daily start/end times may vary based on operational need across DCY divisions. Employees may begin as early as 7:00am & as late as 9:00am, based on supervisory approval. This position performs work on-site daily at DCY’s office space. We’re looking for an experienced IT and children services leader to oversee the development, implementation, and ongoing support of critical technology systems that power child welfare programs across the state. In this role, you’ll act as both a technical administrator and a key liaison between program staff, IT teams, leadership, and external partners. You’ll play a central role in ensuring systems effectively support programs like family support services, foster care, adoption, and young adult services. What This Role Is Really Like This is a highly collaborative and strategic role that sits at the intersection of technology and public service. You’ll spend a lot of time coordinating across teams, solving complex system and process challenges, and balancing competing priorities. Success in this position requires strong leadership, clear communication, and the ability to navigate both technical and programmatic needs in a highly regulated environment.

Requirements

• 4 yrs. exp. in project management (i.e., management & 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.
• 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
• 12 mos. exp. in project management (i.e., management & development of project/program requirements, design, development, testing/pilot, training & full scale implementation).
• 12 mos. exp. as Project Manager 1, 63381 or IT Project Manager 1, 63384.
• equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
• Project Management

Responsibilities

• Lead the day-to-day operations and long-term strategy for major automated systems, including Ohio SACWIS, Comprehensive Child Welfare Information Systems (CCWIS) and related platforms
• Oversee the full system lifecycle—from planning and development through implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement
• Translate program needs into technical solutions by working closely with stakeholders across program areas, IT, and leadership
• Ensure systems comply with state and federal regulations, including Ohio Administrative Code requirements
• Guide system-related projects, managing scope, timelines, budgets, risks, and vendor relationships
• Contribute to and help execute the agency’s IT strategic plan to support long-term program goals
• Represent the agency in statewide and national initiatives (such as CCWIS), workgroups, and public forums
• Develop budgets, cost justifications, and planning documents (including APDs) to secure and manage funding
• Support procurement efforts by helping develop RFPs, RFIs, and evaluation criteria for vendors and solutions
• Monitor system performance and drive improvements to ensure data integrity, usability, and effectiveness
• Engage internal and external stakeholders in planning, implementation and feedback on systems.
• Supervise and support a team of staff, including assigning work, setting goals, and providing regular feedback
• Conduct performance evaluations and support employee development
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and growth-oriented team environment
• Handle administrative responsibilities such as leave approvals and disciplinary recommendations when needed

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
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees