State of Ohio · 1 day ago
Health and Human Services Project Manager (Project Manager 1)
The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) supports Ohioans and their families through various programs. This role involves leading projects that enhance programs supporting families and communities across Ohio, coordinating with internal and external stakeholders to improve processes and implement policies.
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Responsibilities
Plan, manage, and monitor projects from initiation to completion, including timelines, budgets, resource allocation, risk assessment, and deliverables
Coordinate and serve as a liaison among leadership, internal teams, external partners, and community stakeholders to ensure alignment and effective communication
Prepare reports and updates for leadership and stakeholders
Develop and maintain policies and procedures to ensure compliance with state and federal laws
Address operational needs and resolve issues impacting HHS programs and services
Manage deadlines and priorities on behalf of the HHS Assistant Director
Represent leadership and agency on committees, boards, commissions, public forums, and meetings with local offices and service providers
Lead meetings, presentations, and trainings; travel as needed for conferences and stakeholder engagement
Oversee procurement processes, including document preparation, proposal review, and vendor recommendations
Qualification
Required
3 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
Equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above
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)
Company
State of Ohio
Employment with the State of Ohio is more than ‘just a job’ – it is a privilege to serve our families, friends and neighbors who rely on us throughout our great state.
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