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Preparedness Grant Administrator (Disaster Services Administrator - PN 20013566)

Disaster Services Administrator

About Us:

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 Bureau of Health Preparedness (BHP) plays a vital role in this mission. We lead in preparing for and responding to public health threats — from natural disasters and disease outbreaks to bioterrorism and radiological emergencies. Our all-hazards approach ensures Ohio is ready for anything.

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What You'll Do:

This role will lead statewide public health and emergency preparedness programs. This role oversees disaster services consultants and planning staff, manages preparedness grants, collaborates with health partners, and ensures Ohio’s readiness for emergencies. Key responsibilities include:
  • Direct statewide disaster services and emergency management programs.
  • Lead planning, evaluation, training, and performance improvement activities.
  • Develop emergency response plans, fatality management plans, and exercises with federal, state, regional, and local partners.
  • Track and evaluate program data; provide recommendations to BHP leadership.

  • Supervise, train, and develop staff; lead recruitment, onboarding, scheduling, and performance management.
  • Provide technical assistance to hospitals, local health departments, and internal ODH offices.
  • Manage Public Health Emergency Preparedness (PHEP), ASPR, Crisis NOFO, and other preparedness-related funding.
  • Develop grant-related policies and financial guidance.
  • Monitor ODH budgets aligned with grant requirements.
  • Oversee administrative procedures, training schedules, and staff tracking.
  • Identify emerging issues and recommend solutions.

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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

  • 2 yrs. trg. or 2 yrs. exp. in assigned program area (i.e., emergency management, natural resources, environmental science, community planning, public or business administration) AND

  • 4 yrs. trg. or 4 yrs. exp. in disaster services & emergency operations AND

  • must be able to provide own transportation. 
     

-Or 

  • Completion of undergraduate major core program in emergency management, natural resources, environmental science, community planning, public or business administration AND

  • 4 yrs. trg. or 4 yrs. exp. in disaster services & emergency operations AND

  • must be able to provide own transportation. 


-Or 

  • 2 yrs. exp. as Disaster Services Consultant 2, 64912; 

  • must be able to provide own transportation. 

Or 

  • 1 yr. exp. as Disaster Services Supervisor, 64914; must be able to provide own transportation. 

-Or 

  • equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above. 



Job Skills: Emergency Management

Technical Skills: Emergency Management, Program Management, Planning and Development, Risk Management, Management

Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Organizing and Planning, Priority Setting, Strategic Thinking

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

Unless required by legislation, the selected candidate will begin at Pay Grade 14, Step 1 of the Exempt Pay Range Schedule ($39.22 per hour), with an opportunity for pay increase after six months ($41.46) of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.


APPLICATION PROCEDURES: 
All applicants must submit a completed Ohio Civil Service Application using the TALEO System.  Paper applications will not be considered.  Applicants must clearly indicate how they meet the minimum qualifications and/or position specific minimum qualifications.  Applicants are also encouraged to document any experience, education and/or training related to the job duties above.  An assessment of these criteria may be conducted to determine the applicants who are interviewed.  

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EDUCATIONAL TRANSCRIPT REQUIREMENTS:

Official educational transcripts are required for all post-high school educational accomplishments, coursework or degrees claimed on the application. Applicants will be required to submit an official transcript prior to receiving a formal offer of employment. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) working days of being requested will cause the applicant to be eliminated from further consideration.

Please note that a transcript is considered "official" only if it is an original copy from the educational institution and includes an institutional watermark, ink stamp or embossed stamp. Transcripts printed from the institution's website will not be accepted. ODH reserves the right to assess the academic credibility of an educational entity's award of a putative degree.

BACKGROUND CHECK NOTICE:
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. 

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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.

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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.

Date Posted
03/06/2026
Job Reference
260001QI
Organization
State of Ohio
Location
Columbus, OH
Category
Administrative
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