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Program Administrator 3 (Safety Council Manager) PN

Company:
Workers' Compensation
Location:
Columbus, OH, 43215
Posted:
June 16, 2025
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Description:

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.

To Qualify, You Must Clearly Demonstrate:

5 years training or 5 years experience in business administration, management or public administration.

-Or completion of undergraduate core program in business administration, management or public administration AND 36 months training or 36 months experience in supervisory, administrative &/or managerial position.

-Or completion of undergraduate core program for academic field of study commensurate with program area to be assigned per approved Position Description on File AND 36 months training or 36 months experience in supervisory, administrative, managerial &/or staff position involving planning, research &/or policy/procedure development.

-Or 1 yr. exp. as Program Administrator 2, 63123.

-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Program Management

Major Worker Characteristics:

Knowledge of\: BWC, divisional, and departmental policies & standard operating procedures* (e.g., Safety Council Program guidelines, exhibitor guidelines)*; public & human relations; research & analysis; government structure & process; counseling & interviewing*; journalism*; public relations; multi-media techniques*; management; manpower planning; supervisory principles & techniques; fiscal management; operations research techniques used in managerial decision-making process; English composition & grammar &/or technical writing.

Skill in\: personal computers; BWC software applications (e.g. Microsoft Office products, Oracle Intelligent Advisor*); diplomacy & effective verbal & written communication.

Ability to\: define problems, collect data, establish facts & draw valid conclusions; manage multiple variables & determine appropriates courses of action; add, subtract, multiply & divide; copy material accurately & recognize grammatical & spelling errors; maintain accurate records; understand manuals & verbal instructions; develop & maintain rapport with internal & external customers; gather, collate & classify information about data, people or things; sort items into categories according to established methods; cooperate with co-workers & others on group projects; represent BWC at meetings & events related to safety councils; write and edit articles for publication; handle sensitive inquiries from & contacts with officials & general public. Developed after employment.

Unusual Working Conditions:

Position is overtime exempt.

POSITION REQUIRES TRAVEL, PERSONS OCCUPYING THIS POSITION MUST BE ABLE TO PROVIDE THEIR OWN TRANSPORTATION, AND/OR LEGALLY OPERATE A STATE-OWNED VEHICLE.

EEO & ADA Statement:

The State of Ohio is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of applicants or employees due to protected classes as defined in applicable federal law, state law, and any effective executive order.

The Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its employment opportunities pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act and other applicable laws. To request a reasonable accommodation due to disability, please contact ADA Coordinator Kathleen Bourke at or by email to\: .

Salary Information:

Hourly wage is expected to be paid at step 1 of the pay range associated with the position for candidates who are new employees of the state. Current employees of the state will be placed in the appropriate step based on any applicable union contract and/or requirements of the Ohio Revised Code. Movement to the next step of the pay range (a roughly 4% increase) will occur after six months, assuming job performance is acceptable. Thereafter, an employee will advance one step in the pay range every year until the highest step of the pay range is reached. There may also be possible cost of living adjustments (COLA) and longevity supplements begin after five (5) years of state service.

Transportation:

Position may require travel; therefore, persons occupying this position must be able to provide own transportation &/or legally operate a state-owned vehicle.

Educational Transcripts:

For any educational achievements to be considered during the screening process, you must at least attach an unofficial transcript that details the coursework you have completed.

All applicants must submit an Ohio Civil Service Application using the online Ohio Hiring Management System. Paper applications will not be accepted.

Background Check:

Prior to an offer of employment, the final applicant will be required to sign a background check authorization form and undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position.

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.

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.

A Little About Us:

With roughly 1,500 employees in seven offices across Ohio, BWC is the state agency that cares for Ohio workers by promoting a culture of safety at work and at home and ensuring quality medical and pharmacy care is provided to injured workers.

For Ohio employers, we provide insurance policies to cover workplace injuries and safety and wellness services to prevent injuries.

Our Culture:

BWC is a dynamic organization that offers career opportunities across many different disciplines. BWC strives to maintain an inclusive workplace. We begin by being an equal opportunity employer. Employees can participate in and lead employee work groups, participate in on-line forums and learn about how different perspectives can improve leadership skills.

Our Vision:

To transform BWC into an agile organization driven by customer success.

Our Mission:

To deliver consistently excellent experiences for each BWC customer every day.

Our Core Values:

One Agency, Personal Connection, Innovative Leadership, Relentless Excellence.

What Our Employees Have to Say:

BWC conducts an internal engagement survey on an annual basis. Some comments from our employees include:

BWC has been a great place to work as it has provided opportunities for growth that were lacking in my previous place of work.

I have worked at several state agencies and BWC is the best place to work.

Best place to work in the state and with a sense of family and support.

I love the work culture, helpfulness, and acceptance I've been embraced with at BWC.

I continue to be impressed with the career longevity of our employees, their level of dedication to service, pride in their work, and vast experience. It really speaks to our mission and why people join BWC and then retire from BWC.

If you are interested in helping BWC grow, please click this link to read more, and then come back to this job posting to submit your application!

BWC’s core hours of operation are Monday-Friday from 8\:00am to 5\:00pm, however, daily start/end times may vary based on operational need across BWC departments. Most positions perform work on-site at one of BWC’s seven offices across the state. BWC offers flex-time work schedules that allow an employee to start the day as early as 7\:00am or as late as 8\:30am. Flex-time schedules are based on operational need and require supervisor approval.

What You’ll Be Doing:

Lead the statewide administration and strategic direction of Ohio's Safety Council Program, ensuring regulatory compliance and promoting workplace safety and health among participating employers.

Develop, revise, and implement program policies in alignment with legal, operational, and strategic goals.

Oversee the Oracle Intelligent Advisor (OIA) system to support monitoring of program operations.

Plan and lead quarterly statewide meetings with safety council sponsors to share updates, discuss best practices, and strengthen collaboration.

Oversee the safety council program's premium rebate and subsidy programs, ensuring the timely and accurate distribution of funds.

Travel required to attend approximately 10% of safety council meetings and represent the agency at events across the state.

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