Deputy Director

Office of Workforce Development The Office of Workforce Development (OWD) plays a pivotal role in enhancing the economic well-being of Ohio's residents. Under the strategic direction of the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS), OWD administers and delivers a range of federal workforce programs designed to align worker skills with employer needs to boost economic prosperity. These programs provide training, credentials, and job placement services individuals need for sustainable careers, while helping businesses secure a skilled workforce. Learn more about the office by visiting the OWD webpage. What You Will Do Under administrative direction, this role assists and represents the Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) Director and Assistant Director in defining agency goals and objectives, develops policies and procedures, designs and schedules programs, and directs operation of the Office of Workforce Development (OWD). The position plays a key role in advancing statewide workforce and employment programs and initiatives, strengthening partnerships, and ensuring high‑quality, customer‑centered services for Ohioans. Key responsibilities include: Create, manage, and enhance processes to improve customer experience and operational efficiency within and outside of the pillar. Monitor federal budgets for state and local operations. Meet with Director and Governor level staff to provide program updates. Enforce agency rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Lead the development of OWD guidance memos and procedures that align with agency policies and directives. Lobby benefits of workforce programs and systems to ODJFS executive leadership, other state agencies, partners, and political entities. Represent agency Director and Assistant Director in public forums on workforce development initiatives. Facilitate meetings and provide presentations on workforce programs. Direct research, analysis, and interpretation of federal statutes governing program plans. Manage program budgets and financial planning activities to ensure adequate resources are available for systems and program administration, delivery, and federal reporting and future needs. Lead, coach, and support assigned staff as well as determine personnel forecasting. Schedule: Full-time. Hours: Standard workdays are Monday through Friday. Hours are between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. Location: This position will be headquartered at the James A. Rhodes State Officer Tower - 30 E. Broad Street, 37th Floor Columbus, OH 43215. Travel: Travel, including overnight, as needed to attend meetings, conferences and training. Position Number: 20033528. The Candidate, At Minimum, Should Possess The Following Competencies Experience supervising managers and overseeing programs. Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Ability to handle competing priorities and remain controlled in a fast-paced environment. Ability to collaborate and form trusting relationships across departments and organizations. Excellent organizational skills. Strong reading, writing, and verbal communication skills with diverse groups of people. Pay Information Compensation will be commensurate with the final candidate’s demonstrated experience, accomplishments, and education. Organization Job & Family Services Agency Contact Name and Information View email address on click.appcast.io Work Location James A Rhodes Office Tower 37 Primary Location United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus Compensation Commensurate with education and experience. Classified Indicator Unclassified Union Exempt from Union Primary Job Skill Executive Leadership Technical Skills Budgeting, Data Analytics, Interpreting Financial Statements, Operations, Business, Executive Leadership, Human Services, Management, Professional, Program Management, Social Services, Policy Direction Professional Skills Analyzation, Building Consensus, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Delegation, Developing Others, Establishing Relationships, Goal Setting, Growth Mindset, Innovation, Interpreting Data, Leading Others, Managing Meetings, Motivating Others, Organizing and Planning, Political Savvy, Presenting, Priority Setting, Problem Solving, Public Speaking, Strategic Thinking, Verbal Communication, Visionary Thinking, Written Communication, Continuous Improvement Agency Overview Who We Are Cash and Food Assistance Employment Services and Workforce Development Unemployment Insurance Adult Protective Services Child Support Public service is an honorable way to serve the community in a hands-on dedicated way. You can make a difference in someone’s world! Guiding Principles We will be a leader in customer satisfaction. We will have a reputation that attracts and retains talented, diverse, and dedicated employees. We get better at what we do every day. #J-18808-Ljbffr