Program Administrator 3

• Serves as a program administrator by assisting in developing & implementing policies for child nutrition program (e.g., operating procedures, payment practices, audit practices, child nutrition program compliance);

• Provides technical support to districts, schools and program sponsors in complying with child nutrition program regulations and law [Ohio Revised Code] and rules [Ohio Administrative Code];
• Assists with administration of child nutrition program related to program investigations (review program concerns, conduct and/or supervise investigations, prepare and/or review investigation reports and determination letters);
• Works with DEW fiscal staff and external stakeholders (e.g., district and school administrators & other governmental agencies) to manage the DEW funding program for child nutrition program;
• Works with DEW legal staff and external stakeholders (e.g., district and school administrators, program sponsors & other governmental agencies) to related to appeals, proposed program terminations, program terminations for the child nutrition programs;
• Works with the USDA related to appeals, proposed program terminations, program terminations for the child nutrition programs;
• Generates data reports as related to child nutrition program as needed;
• Monitors the Serious Deficiency process to ensure the Office is in compliance with associated policies and procedures;
• Provides technical assistance to and compliance audits of school districts, schools and child nutrition program sponsors:
• Conducts & completes compliance & financial audits of child nutrition programs under the jurisdiction of the agency;
• Supports districts, schools, and sponsors through consultation, leadership and on-site review with regard to best practices & procedures required to provide appropriate, compliant, & efficient child nutrition program;
• Prepares & presents instructional materials to groups & conferences (e.g., Ohio Association of School Business Officials, Ohio School Boards Association, Ohio School Nutrition Association, treasurers, business managers, & public & community school administrators) to facilitate ability to prepare & submit child nutrition program reports, manage local program operations, & promote effective & efficient child nutrition program at local level;
• Works with other staff (e.g., treasurers, business managers, administration) with provision of general technical support & instruction in all aspects of child nutrition program;
• Trains Office of Nutrition program staff on best practices and techniques for effective compliance reviews and fraud detection;
• Responds to inquiries from stakeholders (e.g., parents, legislators, school officials, other state employees, & industry organizations). Performs other related duties and projects as assigned to support section, department, or agency needs

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.

5 yrs. trg. or 5 yrs. exp. in business administration, management or public administration.

• Or completion of undergraduate core program in business administration, management or public administration; 36 mos. trg. or 36 mos. exp. 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; 36 mos. trg. or 36 mos. exp. 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.

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check as well as other investigative reviews. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position, unless restricted under state or federal law or federal restrictions. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

The Ohio Department of Education and Workforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that values diversity and seeks talented individuals from diverse backgrounds. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class. Questions or concerns about this should be directed to the Office of Human Resources ([email protected]).

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.

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.