State of Ohio

Investigative Agent/Program Administrator 1 (250003G7)

Organization

: Developmental Disabilities - Gallipolis Developmental Center

Agency Contact Name and Information: christopher.skarratt@dodd.ohio.gov

Unposting Date

: May 18, 2025, 3:59:00 AM

Work Location

:

Gallipolis Development Center

2500 Ohio Avenue

Gallipolis 45631-1699

Primary Location

: United States of America-OHIO-Gallia County-Gallipolis

Compensation: 25.76 - 31.91

Schedule

: Full-time

Work Hours: Varied

Classified Indicator: Unclassified

Union: Exempt from Union

Primary Job Skill

: Program Management

Technical Skills: Evidence Collection, Interviewing, Technical Writing, Customer Service, Investigation

Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Decision Making, Flexibility, Teamwork, Confidentiality

Agency Overview

Join Our Team at Gallipolis Developmental Center!

Accepting applications for Program Administrator 1 - One (1) Full-Time Position Available

About Us:

The Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) is a trauma informed care agency focused on implementing our core values and providing support to people with developmental disabilities. We oversee a statewide system of supportive services that focus on ensuring the health and safety, supporting access to community participation, and increasing opportunities for meaningful employment. To learn more about DODD click here.

The Gallipolis Developmental Center is located along the Ohio River within the historic city of Gallipolis. We provide off-campus work/habilitative activities provided during the day. In addition, we also have an Activity Center on-ground for habilitation, recreation, work-readiness and therapeutic training for individuals choosing those activities. We also provide a full array of health services, as well.

Job Description

Oversees the Unusual & Major Unusual Incidents at the Gallipolis Developmental Center; formulates & implements policies & procedures (e.g., Safety, Major Unusual Incidents, Investigative Process pertaining to the reporting & investigation of Unusual & Major Unusual Incidents; serves as a liaison between staff & management at the facility; transmits rules, policies, directives & other pertinent information to all levels of staff to ensure compliance with state operating procedures relating to Unusual & Major Unusual Incidents; conducts investigations, interviews involving residents &/or staff of GDC; collects evidence, documents findings, develops findings into written report format; files documents, sends written report to appropriate personnel within prescribed timelines; collects & prepares quarterly, semi-annual, annual reports on trends and patterns of incidents; develops and monitors systems to ensure compliance with Certification & Licensure standards pertaining to incident reporting; works with other facilities to document trends in the field and pattern occurrences; serves as a liaison between administration & subordinates; transmits decisions & directives; represents management at meetings. Conduct staff meetings to disseminate relevant information on the behalf of supervisor; assumes responsibility in absence of supervisor & makes recommendations for course of action.

Researches & conducts on-site monitoring of existing programs; develops project recommendations based upon monitoring to ensure safe conditions for residents & staff at the facility; monitors campus & buildings for unusual &/or unsafe conditions; reports equipment malfunctions; completes reports; prepares and submits summaries of monitoring observations; performs a variety of safety functions (e.g. fire drills, evacuations safety/environmental inspections) of all living areas; monitors resident & staff activities for compliance with Certification & Licensure standards; conducts routine monitoring of resident program & medical charts; assists any department as directed during emergency situations. Administer special programs for staff & management (e.g., in-service staff on incident prevention, identify effective prevention methods, etc.)

Why Work for the State of Ohio

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.

Qualifications

36 mos. trg. or 36 mos. exp. in business administration, management science or public administration. If assigned to operate vehicles regulated by Section 4506.01 of Revised Code, applicants must also have valid commercial driver's license.

• Or completion of undergraduate core program in business administration, management science or public administration; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in supervisory, administrative &/or managerial position which involved limited research & public contact. If assigned to operate vehicles regulated by Section 4506.01 of Revised Code, applicants must also have valid commercial driver's license.
• Or completion of undergraduate core program in academic field commensurate with program area to be assigned per approved Position Description on file; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in supervisory, administrative, managerial &/or staff position which involved limited research & public contact. If assigned to operate vehicles regulated by Section 4506.01 of Revised Code, applicants must also have valid commercial driver's license.
• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Program Management

Supplemental Information

• The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Rule 5123-2-02, “Background Investigations for Employment,” outlines disqualifying offenses that will preclude an applicant from being employed by the Department of Developmental Disabilities.
• The final applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to the appointment to test for illegal drug use. An applicant with a positive result will not be offered employment.

ADA Statement

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.

Drug-Free Workplace

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.

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