Health Preparedness Planner

5 months ago

Columbus, United States Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities Full time

Primary Location

:United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Work Locations

:Health Department Building246 North High Street1st FloorColumbus43215

Organization

:HealthClassified Indicator:ClassifiedBargaining Unit / Exempt:Bargaining Unit

Schedule

:Full-timeWork Hours:8:00AM-5:00PMCompensation:$27.84/hour

Unposting Date

:Ongoing

Primary Job Skill

:Planning and DevelopmentTechnical Skills:Health Administration, Planning and Development, Public HealthProfessional Skills:Attention to Detail, Goal Setting, Organizing and Planning, Priority SettingHealth Preparedness Planner(240004CZ)

Job Duties

Hospital Preparedness Program Planner

About Us:

The Ohio Department of Health supports a hybrid teleworking model. This position may work a hybrid schedule at the discretion of the manager or supervisor, which will require occasional attendance in the office for training, meetings and other operational needs. Employees must reside within a reasonable distance to their assigned headquarters for compliance with workplace reporting requirements.

The Bureau of Health Preparedness (BHP) is one of Ohio Department of Health’s core public health responsibilities. BHP provides direction, support and coordination in preventing, preparing for and responding to events that threaten the public’s health. BHP maintains an all hazards approach in response to natural and man-made disasters, acts of bioterrorism, infectious disease outbreaks and other emergencies that impact the health of the public.

What You'll Do:

This position acts as a central point of contact for planning, coordinating, and evaluating public health and medical emergency preparedness programs across the state of Ohio.

Develops and maintains emergency preparedness plans for the Ohio Department of Health (ODH). Collaborates with various partners (hospitals, local health departments, federal/state agencies) on preparedness initiatives. Manages the Department Operations Center (DOC) ensuring its functionality and staff training. Provides technical assistance on all-hazards planning (chemical, biological, radiological, etc.) Serves as a resource person for ODH programs and partners on preparedness best practices. Maintains readiness for specific response roles at the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC). Tracks project progress and effectiveness through evaluations and reports. Coordinates exercises and after-action reviews for continuous improvement. Develops training materials and delivers trainings on preparedness topics like Incident Command System (ICS) Drafts reports on project status, funding, and program outcomes. Prepares presentations and materials for internal decision making and public events. Attends conferences and serves on preparedness committees. Assists with proposals, grants, and contracts related to preparedness programs. Researches best practices and federal requirements for compliance. Maintains a resource library for program activities. Provides technical support to hospitals and healthcare organizations.

Overall, this role is critical for ensuring Ohio's preparedness for public health emergencies and disasters.

Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm. This is an hourly position, with a pay range of  32 on the 

What’s in it for you:

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  Our benefits package includes:

Medical Coverage

Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans. For more information about our plans, visit: or our 

Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance

Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed . Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.

Time Away from Work and Work/Life Balance

Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave. 11 paid holidays per year. Childbirth/Adoption leave. For more information, visit our 

Employee Development Funds

The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.

Ohio Public Employees Retirement System

OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the for more information.

Deferred Compensation

The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the for more information.

Qualifications

Position Qualifications:

Completion of undergraduate core program or 24 mos. exp. in assigned program area (, engineering, landscape architecture, rehabilitation, mental health technology, transportation, physical, behavioral & social science, urban or community planning, natural resources, business or public administration); 9 mos. trg. or 9 mos. exp. in operational, mathematical, analytical or statistical research methods used in conducting & documenting research studies; 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in public relations; 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in budgeting; 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in technical writing or business communication.

6 mos. exp. as Planner 2, 85312, in assigned program area.

Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

*Applications of those who meet the minimum qualifications will be further evaluated against the following criteria:

Undergraduate or advanced degree in risk management, emergency management, public administration. Experience in planning and project management. Experience in creating plans, writing reports, procedures, and tools. Experience collecting data and information from studies, investigations, or reports. Experience with healthcare preparedness. Experience with spreadsheets and presentation programs. Experience working with healthcare providers and stakeholders in emergency management and response. Experience working emergency management and response with federal, state, and/or local agencies. Experience working with grants and contracts. Experiencing presenting, training, and/or public speaking.

All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education, and active disciplinary record. 

Job Skills: Planning and Development
Technical:  Public Health, Health Administration
Professional: Attention to Detail, Goal Setting, Organization and Planning, Priority Setting

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.

Supplemental Information:

ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION.

Unless required by legislation, the selected candidate will begin at Pay Grade  32 , Step 1 of the union (OCSEA) Pay Range Schedule ($27.84 per hour), with an opportunity for pay increase after six months ($29.06) of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.


APPLICATION PROCEDURES: 
All applicants must submit a completed Ohio Civil Service Application using the TALEO System. Paper applications will not be considered. Applicants must clearly indicate how they meet the minimum qualifications and/or position specific minimum qualifications. Applicants are also encouraged to document any experience, education and/or training related to the job duties above. An assessment of these criteria may be conducted to determine the applicants who are interviewed.

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