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Business Relations VR Program Administrator

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD)

Business Relations VR Program Administrator - Cincinnati
(25000427)

Organization: Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities
Agency Contact Name and Information: Sarah Baty, OOD.TalentAcquisition@ood.ohio.gov
Unposting Date: Jun 8, 2025, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location: OOD Cincinnati North 11150 Woodward Lane Cincinnati 45241
Primary Location: United States of America-OHIO-Hamilton County-Cincinnati

Compensation: $34.14/hour (unless required by legislation)
Schedule: Full-time
Work Hours: 8:00AM - 5:00PM M-F
Classified Indicator: Classified
Union: Exempt from Union

Primary Job Skill: Vocational Rehabilitation
Technical Skills: Marketing, Technical Writing, Business, Communications, Research
Professional Skills: Collaboration, Consultation, Establishing Relationships, Presenting, Written Communication

Agency Overview

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) empowers Ohioans with disabilities through employment, disability determinations, and independence. Our agency works with partners in businesses, education, and non-profit organizations to facilitate customized employment plans for Ohioans with disabilities; helps Ohio companies recruit and retain employees with disabilities; and is the sole agency determining medical and vocational Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) programs in Ohio. We help connect the people of Ohio who have disabilities with the resources, support, and opportunities that fit their unique needs, abilities, and interests so that they can find and retain meaningful employment. To learn more about what we do, please visit our website at ood.ohio.gov.

Job Description

Business Relations VR Program Administrator Position Overview

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities (OOD) is seeking a knowledgeable business relations professional to make a meaningful impact on employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities across Ohio.

As a Vocational Rehabilitation Program Administrator (VRPA) in Business Relations, you will serve as a liaison between OOD and Ohio employers and businesses. You will conduct outreach and build relationships with employers and training programs to promote the career development, hiring, and retention of Ohioans with disabilities.

In this role, you will develop and manage business relations activities with employer partners to promote the hiring of individuals with disabilities. You will provide technical assistance to VR staff through consultations and training about credential programs leading to in-demand jobs. Additionally, you will serve as the main point of contact for designated employers, coordinating candidate sourcing and delivering OOD's services.

To excel, you'll need strong communication, interpersonal, and partnership development skills, enabling you to analyze complex situations, develop comprehensive strategies, and provide training. You will collaborate with current and potential employer partners to develop solutions that break down barriers and promote equal employment opportunities. Furthermore, you'll leverage your knowledge of disability awareness, accessibility guidelines, and inclusive practices to drive positive change.

As a Vocational Rehabilitation Program Administrator, you'll be part of a dedicated team committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible employment landscape throughout the state. You'll have the opportunity to join a nationally recognized program that was a 2020 finalist for the Harvard Innovations in American Government Award. This role offers work-life balance, comprehensive benefits, and two guaranteed pay increases within the first year.

Classification: Vocational Rehabilitation Program Administrator

Pay Information

Starting salary will be step 1, subject to law or union contract requirements.  New hires advance to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter.  There are cost of living increases to these rates each year and additional longevity supplements begin after 5 years.

Locations Requirements

We are currently in the process of increasing our in-office presence to 5 days per week across all OOD locations. Employees must reside at a location that allows for reasonable response time to workplace reporting requirements.

Daytime travel within Ohio may be required. The selected candidate must provide own transportation or, in order to operate a state vehicle, must have a valid driver’s license.

Division of Employer and Innovation Services (EIS) Division Overview

Division of Employer and Innovation Services (EIS) works to raise awareness of Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities’ mission with employer partners, to promote a talent pool of job-ready candidates, and to support businesses in the hiring and retention of individuals with disabilities. The Accessible Ohio program, part of EIS, partners with Ohio’s businesses, communities, venues, attractions, and employers to support their accessibility goals. In addition, EIS is instrumental in the development and implementation of the agency’s strategic plan to ensure that client and stakeholder expectations are met, while providing value to Ohio taxpayers through efficiency, effectiveness, and accountability of services.

Applications and Selections

Please ensure your online application and work experience clearly indicates how you meet minimum qualifications (MQs). Applications that fail to demonstrate how they meet minimum qualifications will not be considered. If you meet the MQs through education, transcripts are required for consideration by attaching directly on the Additional Attachments section of the application (Step 7) or via email to OOD.TalentAcquisition@ood.ohio.gov.

“See resume” is not a substitution for completing work experience and/or supplemental questions. Answers to the supplemental questions must also be supported by the work experience/education sections of the application. If "See Resume" is used in place of work experience, your application may not be considered.

Applicants can check their application status and all vacancy-related email correspondence on “My Jobpage.” On the Careers.Ohio.Gov job search webpage, once signed in the link to My Jobpage is displayed under the TeamOhio logo. Applicants who require technical assistance (e.g., issues logging in or other system-related issues) should contact careers@ohio.gov.

The selection process consists of an online assessment and a remote structured interview. All communications are sent via email. Candidates should make sure their account contains an email address that is checked regularly including checking junk and/or spam.

Background Check

The final candidate selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.

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

-Completion of undergraduate core program in human service area, business or public administration or related field AND 12 months training or 12 months experience in supervisory, administrative or related position.

-OR completion of graduate core program in human service area, business or public administration or related field.

-OR equivalent of education and/or experience per Minimum Class Qualifications noted above.

Job Skills: Vocational Rehabilitation, Business, Communications, Marketing, Research, Technical Writing, Collaboration, Consultation, Establishing Relationships, Presenting, Written Communication

Supplemental Information

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Opportunities for Ohioans with Disabilities is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is amongst the top-ranked state agencies implementing inclusive and accessible planning and programming into businesses operations and services. We strive to hire, sustain, and promote a workforce that not only embraces this mission but is also reflective of the Ohioans we serve.

If you require an accommodation based on a disability for any step of the selection process, please contact OOD.OandA@ood.ohio.gov so proper arrangements can be made.

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.