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State of Ohio

Newborn Screening Section Administrator (20014884-Health Planning Administrator 3)

State of Ohio Reynoldsburg, Ohio, United States Full-time 4 days ago
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Organization: Health

Agency Contact Name and Information: Kristi W. Candidates chosen for an interview will be contacted directly.

Work Location: 
8995 East Main Street
Reynoldsburg, Ohio, 43068
United States

Compensation: $44.38

Schedule: Permanent - Full Time

Work Hours: 8:00AM-5:00PM

Classified Indicator: Classified

Union: Exempt from union

Primary Job Skill: Public Health

 

Who We Are

Our mission at the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans.  Our agency is committed to building a modern, vibrant public health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish.

The ODH Public Health Laboratory assists the agency, local health departments, and clinicians across Ohio in disease outbreak investigations, public health emergencies, and identification of disease causes to aid in treatment and prevention. Our services include screening for diseases of public health interest, reference support for confirmation of low incidence infectious agents, laboratory investigation to determine epidemiological patterns, and oversight of the state’s alcohol breath testing program.

 What You’ll Do

The ODH Public Health Laboratory is seeking an experienced and collaborative Health Planning Administrator 3 to provide statewide leadership and oversight for all newborn screening programs including newborn screening laboratory short term follow up, critical congenital heart disease (CCHD), early hearing detection and intervention, genetic services, and sickle cell services. This position ensures coordinated operations across multiple programs, directs essential data systems, develops and enforces program policies and standards, and supervises program staff whose work directly impacts infant health outcomes. The role also manages program budgets, ensures compliance with state and federal requirements, and serves as the primary liaison to hospitals, agencies, and legislative partners. 

The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker and strong communicator who can effectively lead managers and staff, foster a positive and inclusive work environment, and guide teams. The successful candidate must demonstrate skill in strengthening employee relations, bridging communication gaps, and modeling healthy leadership practices.

Additional Information

Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm (Flexible Schedule). This is an exempt hourly position, with a pay range of 15 on the E1 Exempt Pay Range Schedule.

Unless required by legislation, the selected candidate will begin at Pay Grade 15, Step 1 of the exempt Pay Range Schedule ($44.38 per hour), with an opportunity for pay increase after six months ($46.88) of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.

Application Procedures:

We only accept applications submitted online through this portal (careers.ohio.gov). To be evaluated for the role, your application must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications and/or position specific minimum qualifications. We cannot give credit for experience, education, or training unless it is explicitly stated in the application. An assessment of these criteria may be conducted to determine the applicants who are interviewed.  

ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE / EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR APPLICATION.

Status of Posted Position:

You may check the status of your application by signing in to your profile on this website (careers.ohio.gov). We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application.

Background Check Information:

The final candidate selected for this 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.

Educational Transcript Requirements:

Official educational transcripts are required for all post-secondary education claimed on the application before a formal job offer can be made. Transcripts must be provided within five (5) working days of the request; failure to provide them will cause elimination from further consideration. Transcripts must be originals sent directly from the institution featuring an institutional watermark, ink stamp, or embossed stamp. Web printouts will not be accepted.  ODH reserves the right to evaluate the credibility of any degree or educational institution.


Why Work for the State of Ohio: 

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)
  • 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.


Qualifications: 
  • 5 yrs. exp. in planning & administering health programs, with experience to be commensurate with approved position description on file.

-Or

  • Completion of graduate core program in field of public health, health administration, preventive medicine, social work, nursing or other health-related field or public policy & management/public administration or business administration AND
  • 2 yrs. exp. in planning & administering health programs, with education & experience to be commensurate with approved position description on file.

-Or

  • 2 yrs. exp. as Health Planning Administrator 1, 65245, with experience to be commensurate with approved position description on file.

-Or

  • 12 mos. exp. as Health Planning Administrator 2, 65246, with experience to be commensurate with approved position description on file.

-Or

  • Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.



Job Skills: Public Health

Technical Skills: Laboratory, Public Health

Professional Skills: Collaboration, Emotional Intelligence, Establishing Relationships, Leading Others, Organizing and Planning, Problem Solving


ADA Statement: 
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.

Drug-Free Workplace: 
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.
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