Violence and Injury Prevention Section Chief (Health Planning Administrator 3 - PN 20013757)

About the Role

BHIW is seeking one (1) Health Planning Administrator 3 to direct statewide planning, administration, and evaluation of multiple injury and violence prevention programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning for the Violence & Injury Prevention Section using state and federal data to guide priorities.
• Direct development, implementation, and evaluation of statewide prevention programs (e.g., overdose, suicide, child injury, domestic violence and sexual assault, adult falls).
• Develop and implement statewide policies, procedures, and guidelines; ensure compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Use surveillance data and evaluation findings to support evidence‑based decision‑making and program improvements.
• Oversee Violence and Injury Prevention teams, performance management and quality improvement processes; track key indicators and enhance program outcomes.
• Develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate program and section budgets from multiple state, federal, and other diverse funding sources; provide oversight for grant administration activities.
• Prepare and review reports, presentations, and documents for leadership, partners, and community stakeholders.
• Act as liaison between the Ohio Department of Health and a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

Candidates must meet one of the following qualifications:

• 5 years of experience in planning and administering health programs, with experience commensurate with the approved position description.
• Completion of a graduate core program in public health, health administration, preventive medicine, social work, nursing, or other health-related field, or public policy and management/public administration or business administration, AND 2 years of experience in planning and administering health programs, with education and experience commensurate with the approved position description.
• 2 years of experience as Health Planning Administrator 1 (Job Code 65245), with experience commensurate with the approved position description.
• 1 year of experience as Health Planning Administrator 2 (Job Code 65246), with experience commensurate with the approved position description.
• Equivalent of the minimum class qualifications for employment noted above.

Skills

Technical Skills: Budgeting, Executive Leadership, Planning and Development, Compliance Enforcement

Professional Skills: Collaboration, Decision Making, Goal Setting, Public Speaking

Educational Requirements

Official educational transcripts are required for all post-high school educational accomplishments, coursework, or degrees claimed on the application. Applicants must submit an official transcript prior to receiving a formal offer of employment. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) working days of being requested will result in elimination from further consideration. Transcripts must be original copies from the educational institution and include an institutional watermark, ink stamp, or embossed stamp. Transcripts printed from the institution's website will not be accepted. ODH reserves the right to assess the academic credibility of an educational entity's award of a putative degree.

Additional Information

Agency Contact: Steven G. will contact you if selected for an interview.

Work Location: Health Department Building, Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio, United States of America

Compensation: $44.38 per hour

Schedule: Full-time, Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

About Us

The Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is dedicated to advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans. Our mission is to build a modern, vibrant public health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish. The Bureau of Health Improvement and Wellness (BHIW) aims to provide a healthier and safer future for every community, ensuring all Ohioans have access and opportunity to be healthy and free from preventable chronic disease, violence, and injury. BHIW achieves this through evidence-based programs, partnerships, and data utilization focused on preventing and managing chronic disease, preventing violence and injury, promoting healthy lifestyles, and improving access to care.