Human Services Administrator 1

Job Description - Human Services Administrator 1 (260006OZ) Human Services Administrator 1 ( 260006OZ ) Organization Department of Children and Youth Agency Contact Name and Information : View email address on click.appcast.io Unposting Date Sep 14, 2026, 3:59:00 AM Work Location Children&Youth N. High Complex 246 North High Street Columbus 43215 Primary Location United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus Ohio Department of Children and Youth 56 subscribers 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. Job Description This role supports the Division Bureau Chief in shaping, strengthening, and maintaining DCY’s statewide coordinated professional development system. It is a blend of strategic planning, project management, cross-agency collaboration, and data-driven decision-making. Applicants should expect a dynamic environment that requires strong communication, organization, and leadership skills. Strategic Planning and Coordination: You will help plan, develop, and implement DCY’s professional development initiatives. This includes aligning strategies with statewide goals, supporting multiple DCY program areas, and ensuring that policies, procedures, and objectives promote meaningful workforce development. Project Management: Expect to manage multiple professional development projects at once. This includes defining project requirements and timelines, coordinating meetings, monitoring progress, evaluating risks, allocating resources, and assisting with budget planning. Primary stakeholders may include DCY staff, providers, state agencies, and executive leadership. Stakeholder Engagement and Communication: The role involves frequent collaboration with DCY leadership, staff, legislators, providers, academic partners, and other state agencies. You may represent the Bureau at statewide conferences, respond to inquiries, write position papers, draft speeches, and communicate recommendations for future action. Contract and Grant Management: You will develop and evaluation Request for Proposals and manage vendor agreements from initiation through completion, ensuring deliverables are met. You will also serve as a primary agreement manager, monitoring contract performance, coordinating with internal subject manager experts and addressing issues related to the agreement. Documentation and Reporting: You will initiate, prepare, delegate, and oversee the development of official communications and documents that convey professional development decisions and project outcomes. Supervision: This role involves supervising staff who support cross-program area initiatives. You will assess performance, assign work, provide direction and feedback, recommend hiring decisions, conduct evaluations, manage leave requests, and foster continued staff development. 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. Months of Employment At Hire 6 months 18 months 30 months 42 months 54 Months 66 Months 78 Months Pay Range Exempt/ 15 Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7 Step 8 Hourly

• 43.09
• 45.51
• 48.08
• 50.72
• 53.54
• 56.47
• 58.79
• 61.56

Annual

• 89,627
• 94,661
• 100,006
• 105,498
• 111,363
• 117,458
• 122,283
• 128,045

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 applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration. 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 our Total 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) *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. Qualifications 72 mos. exp. in researching, developing or implementing policies related to human services, social services, health services, public policy or comparable field; 12 mos. exp. in managing delivery of human services program in a governmental, community or private human support services agency; 12 mos. exp. in supervisory &/or managerial principles & techniques.

• Or completion of undergraduate core program in social or behavioral science; 48 mos. exp. in researching, developing or implementing policies related to human services, social services, health services, public policy or comparable field; 12 mos. exp. in managing delivery of human services program in a governmental, community or private human support services agency; 12 mos. exp. in supervisory &/or managerial principles & techniques.
• Or completion of graduate core program in social or behavioral science; 36 mos. exp. in researching, developing, or implementing policies related to human services, social services, health services, public policy or comparable field; 12 mos. exp. in managing delivery of human services program in a governmental, community or private human support services agency; 12 mos. exp. in supervisory &/or managerial principles & techniques.
• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skills Human Services 72 mos. exp. in researching, developing or implementing policies related to human services, social services, health services, public policy or comparable field; 12 mos. exp. in managing delivery of human services program in a governmental, community or private human support services agency; 12 mos. exp. in supervisory &/or managerial principles & techniques.

• Or completion of undergraduate core program in social or behavioral science; 48 mos. exp. in researching, developing or implementing policies related to human services, social services, health services, public policy or comparable field; 12 mos. exp. in managing delivery of human services program in a governmental, community or private human support services agency; 12 mos. exp. in supervisory &/or managerial principles & techniques.
• Or completion of graduate core program in social or behavioral science; 36 mos. exp. in researching, developing, or implementing policies related to human services, social services, health services, public policy or comparable field; 12 mos. exp. in managing delivery of human services program in a governmental, community or private human support services agency; 12 mos. exp. in supervisory &/or managerial principles & techniques.
• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr State of Ohio