Program Administrator 2-20060012 at STATE OF OHIO in Columbus, Ohio

Job Description:

Who we are:

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) is committed to its mission “To ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all.” Our agency embraces the insightful use of our natural resources to assure the continued safety, happiness and prosperity of Ohio’s people.

ODNR owns and manages state parks, state forests, state nature preserves and wildlife areas. We license all hunting, fishing and watercraft; oversee and permit all mineral extraction, monitor dam safety, manage water resources and serve as the second largest Law Enforcement presence in the State of Ohio.

We are accepting applications for a Program Administrator 2 within the Division of Wildlife, headquartered at Fountain Square, Central Office. The address is 2045 Morse Rd, Columbus, OH 43229.  To learn more about the Division of Wildlife please visit https://wildlife.ohiodnr.gov/.

What you will do…

• Act for Chief & Assistant Chiefs in responding to programmatic issues and nees of the Division of Wildlife


• Represent Chief & Assistant Chiefs at meetings & conferences


• Transmit decisions & directives to division staff & the public on behalf of the Chief & Assistant Chiefs


• Formulate & implement policies & procedures for the Division of Wildlife


• Manages business functions of Division administration


• Develops & coordinates public relations activities for the Division of Wildlife in support of ODNR mission

What’s in it for you…

The State of Ohio offers an excellent benefits package which includes extensive medical, dental and vision insurance. At least a 14% employer contribution into your OPERS pension plan, Employee Tuition reimbursement program and much more.  To view all the benefits offered, please visit Total Rewards . 

We are ready for you!

We’re glad you’re interested in pursuing a rewarding career with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources!  Exploring and protecting the natural beauty of Ohio will prove to be the most enjoyable career opportunity you will ever find!

Completion of undergraduate core program in business administration, management science or public administration; 2 yrs. trg. or 2 yrs. exp. in supervisory, administrative &/or managerial position.

-Or completion of undergraduate core program in academic field commensurate with program area to be assigned per approved Position Description on file; 2 yrs. trg. or 2 yrs. exp. in supervisory, administrative &/or managerial position or staff position involving planning, research &/or policy/procedure development.

-Or 4 yrs. trg. or 4 yrs. exp. in business administration management science or public administration.

-Or 1 yr. exp. as Program Administrator 1, 63122.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above