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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.
What You'll Do
Acts as agency’s chief human resources officer, assists director in defining agency goals & objectives, develops policies & procedures, designs & schedules programs, supervises staff as assigned & acts on behalf of & represents director. Serves as liaison with the director, assistant director, chief of staff, and senior staff (e.g., medical director, office chiefs) to advise them of all applicable rules and regulations (e.g., ORC, OAC and Chapter 4117) that affect the implementation and support of public health and regulatory programs of the department.
Benefits
Plans, directs, coordinates and evaluates work of the HR office and subordinate OHR staff (e.g., position management, recruitment, payroll, benefits administration, HR process improvement, HR data, labor relations, workforce development/training, wellness, EEO):
Directs development and implementation of agency wide personnel and supervisory policies and procedures
Directs Labor Relations in development and implementation of disciplinary policies (e.g., conduct grid) and oversees EEO functions for the agency
Oversees daily operations of Position Management, Payroll/Benefits and Process Improvement/Data units as well as cross cutting projects (e.g., assures that they are in compliance with civil service laws, rules and collective bargaining agreements)
Assures that the director’s exercise of authority (e.g., hire, promotion, transfer, demotion, suspension, layoff, recall, discharge or discipline) over ODH employees is in compliance with labor agreements and civil service rules and laws
Develops and monitors office budget
Assures coordination of the OHR with various department offices (e.g., Financial Affairs, General Counsel) and departmental committees regarding human resource administration and operational issues
Supervises staff (e.g., reviews and assigns work, interviews, selects and trains new employees, reviews requests for use of benefits in accordance with established procedures, evaluates employee performance at designated time frames)
Plans, Directs, Coordinates And Evaluates Work Of The Operations Management (e.g., Copiers, Facilities, Fleet, Inventory, Mail, Records) And Warehouse Management Functions
Provides high level strategic planning and advises agency leadership regarding initiatives, process improvement and administration
Ensures the accuracy of purchasing and allocation of inventory stored at ODH warehouses
Ensures the development and data accuracy of computerized inventory control systems
Oversees the development and analysis of existing warehouse management and inventory control operations and policies procedures to aid in decision making regarding operations and warehouse initiatives
Briefs ODH leadership on findings of research, suggests options for policy direction and makes recommendations which reflect input from multiple sources (e.g., Governor's office staff, ODH employees, other state agencies, local health departments, federal partners)
What’s In It For You
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
Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.
For more information about our plans, visit: State of Ohio Medical Plans or our MyBenefits Guide.
Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance
Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period. Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.
Time Away from Work and Work/Life Balance
Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave.
11 paid holidays per year.
Childbirth/Adoption leave.
For more information, visit our Total Rewards website!
Employee Development Funds
The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.
Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.
Deferred Compensation
The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.
This position is unclassified in accordance with ORC 124.11 (A) (9).
Position Qualifications
Education &/or experience in human resources or other relevant experience as determined by the appointing authority.
Job Skills: Human Resources
Technical: Change Management, Executive Leadership, Labor Relations, Operations, Policy Direction
Professional: Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking, Cultural Awareness, Decision Making, Strategic Thinking
Organization
Health
Agency Contact Name and Information
HR will contact individuals selected for an interview.
Unposting Date
Ongoing
Work Location
Health Department Building
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Compensation
Compensation commensurate with edu/exp
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
8:00AM-5:00PM (FLEX)
Classified Indicator
Unclassified
Union
Exempt from Union
Primary Job Skill
Human Resources
Technical Skills
Change Management, Operations, Executive Leadership, Human Resources, Labor Relations, Policy Direction
Professional Skills
Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking, Cultural Awareness, Decision Making, Strategic Thinking
Agency Overview
Deputy Director - Chief of Human Resources
The Ohio Department of Health supports a hybrid teleworking model. This position may work a hybrid schedule at the discretion of the manager or supervisor, which will require occasional attendance in the office for training, meetings and other operational needs. Employees must reside within a reasonable distance to their assigned headquarters for compliance with workplace reporting requirements.
Seniority level
Executive
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Human Resources
Industries
Government Administration
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