Clerical Specialist

Job Title: Clerical Specialist
Department: Contracts
Requisition #: 734112-042426
Primary Location: Ohio-Franklin County-Columbus
Work Location: 855 W. Mound Street, 43223
Bargaining Unit/Exempt: Bargaining Unit
Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm
Minimum Starting Salary: $18.13/hour
Posting Start Date: 4/24/2026
Posting Close Date: Bargaining postings are available for a minimum of 10 days from Posting Start Date but may be rescinded or extended at the Agency's discretion after those 10 days. All submissions received within the first 10 days will be considered.

How to Apply:

Email your updated resume to [email protected].

Who We Are:

Franklin County Children Services (FCCS) is a large, metropolitan child welfare agency with more than 300 caseworkers and 400 support staff members dedicated to child protection and family stability. FCCS believes in investing our time and resources to attract and hire an engaged, talented, and diverse workforce that is committed to protecting children by strengthening families.

What You Will Do – Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Employee performs specialized clerical duties under the supervision of the Director of Procurement & Contracts Management, necessary to the daily operations of the department or division, such as filing, copying, preparing requests for information/documents, compiling of data, and mail sorting (not inclusive); may perform specialized clerical tasks requiring cross-referencing of data and information as required.
• The employee is committed to practicing cultural competence by working respectfully and effectively with people of all cultures, classes, races, genders, ethnic backgrounds, religions, sexual orientations, mental and physical abilities, ages and appearances in a manner that recognizes, affirms and values the worth of individuals, families and communities and protects and preserves the dignity of each. The employee will adhere to the agency’s Guiding Principles by serving as a child welfare professional, valuing every child, honoring families, and valuing partnerships.
• Assist the Procurement & Contracts Management Department with various clerical tasks, including but not limited to, scheduling meetings, new vendor and placement provider setup in various systems, updating and maintaining vendor contact information and procurement distribution lists, assist and track electronic payment forms from vendors, tracking vendor quotes to ensure compliance with purchasing policy, assists with maintaining and organizing electronic contract files, tracking of cash equivalent orders, clothing reimbursements and allowances, scanning and tracking of various documents, such as product receipts, client supply requests, and various licensing/insurance dates and other documents, tracking of contract expiration dates and providing notifications to contract staff, collecting and tracking of provider data, assists with formal solicitation (RFPs and ITBs, etc.) bid meetings, bid openings, maintaining all files related to a solicitation
• Assists the Procurement & Contracts Management Department with inventory and ordering of department supplies, assists with stamping in all mail and distributing to responsible party.

What We Offer You:

• Hiring Bonus up to $1,500
• Quality, Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Generous Vacation, Sick and Personal leave accruals and 11 paid holidays
• Retirement Pension through the Ohio Public employment Retirement System
• 457(b) retirement savings plan through Ohio Deferred Compensation
• No Cost Life Insurance Coverage up to $50,000
• Tuition Reimbursement
• EAP Program
• A true hybrid working environment for most positions!
• Personal and Financial Wellness opportunities through the Franklin County ThriveOn Program
• More!

What will make you successful:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Ability to calculate fractions, decimals, and percentages and to read and write common vocabulary plus 3 mos. exp. in office practices and procedures; or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school graduate or equivalent; minimum of one-year clerical experience or equivalent; business school/college may be substituted for part of exp

Certifications or Licensure:

• None

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

ADA Statement: Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. Franklin County Children Services 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.

What is the Work Environment Like?

• Typical hybrid office environment with eligibility to work remotely after completing probation.

To learn more about FCCS, please visit our careers page at

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Pay: From $18.13 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Columbus, OH 43223