Project Manager 2 (Bureau Chief, Family Support Operations)

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 drivers license.

About us

Our mission is to promote positive lifelong outcomes for Ohio youth through early intervention quality education and family support 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 atDepartment of Children and Youth .

Location Requirements

DCYs 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 DCYs office space.

4 yrs. 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. budgeting & calculating cost projections of program/projects.

-Or 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. budgeting & calculating cost projections of program/projects; 12 mos. project management (i.e. management & development of project/program requirements design development testing/pilot training & full scale implementation).

-Or 12 mos. exp. as Project Manager 1 63381 or IT Project Manager 1 63384.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Project Management

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.

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.

At the State of Ohio we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We provide a variety of quality competitive benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees*. For a list of all the State of Ohio Benefits visit ourTotal Rewards website! Our benefits package includes:

• 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)

*Benefits eligibility is dependent on a number of factors. The Agency Contact listed above will be able to provide specific benefits information for this position.

Were 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 this role youll act as both a technical administrator and a key liaison between program staff IT teams leadership and external partners. Youll play a central role in ensuring systems effectively support programs like family support services foster care adoption and young adult services.

What Youll Do

• 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 lifecyclefrom 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 agencys 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.

Leadership Responsibilities

• 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

What This Role Is Really Like

This is a highly collaborative and strategic role that sits at the intersection of technology and public service. Youll 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.

Pay Information

Unless required by legislation or union contract starting salary will be step 1 of the salary range associated with this position. New hires advance to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. Based on collective bargaining and legislative activity there may be cost of living increases awarded annually. Additional longevity supplements begin after 5 years. The current wage progression for this position is in the table below.

Background Check Information

The final candidate selected for the 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 applicants prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

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