Administrative Professional 4 (26000794)
: Public Safety
Agency Contact Name and Information: Kate Veeley | keveeley@dps.ohio.gov
: Oct 6, 2026, 3:59:00 AM
Charles D Shipley Building
1970 West Broad Street
Columbus 43223-1102
: United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Compensation: $27.73 per hour
: Full-time
Work Hours: 8:00am to 5:00pm
Classified Indicator: Classified
Union: Exempt from Union
: Administrative Support/Services
Technical Skills: Computer Literacy, Clerical & Data Entry, Operational and Administrative Support, Records Management, Administrative support/services
Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Customer Focus, Problem Solving, Verbal Communication, Written Communication
Agency Overview Ohio State Highway PatrolIs an internationally accredited agency whose mission is to protect life and property, promote traffic safety and provide professional public safety services with respect, compassion, and unbiased professionalism.
Ohio Department of Public Safety – Ohio State Highway PatrolReport in Location: 1970 W Broad Street, Columbus OH 43223 Perks of Working for the Ohio Department of Public SafetyMultiple pay increases over the first years of service!Free Parking!Free Gym Access & Walking Path!Daycare On-site!Cafeteria On-site! What You'll Do as an Administrative Professional 4Independently formulate decisions &/or judgments involving non-legal interpretation of policies & procedures as they would apply to given situation to resolve problems.Prepare & respond to correspondence &/or reports or carry out other assignments; Review & summarize personnel reports.Represent supervisor at meetings or conferences with other agencies.Communicate decisions, directives &/or assignments to appropriate staff.Represent division or agency on inter-divisional task forces or committees.Review & summarize reports on personnel activities.Organize meetings &/or conferences.Click here to see full position description Why Work for the State of OhioAt 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.
Option 130 mos. exp. or 30 mos. trg. in secretarial/administrative professional field.
Option 2-Or completion of associate core coursework in secretarial science or business office applications from accredited career school or community college; AND 12 mos. exp. in secretarial/administrative professional field.
Option 3-Or 12 mos. exp. as Administrative Professional 2,16872.
-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above. Helpful Tips for Applying:1. Be detailed when describing your current/previous work duties. The more the better!! Don't just write "see attached resume".2. Tailor your application for each position you apply for. You should clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in this job posting.3. Respond to all questions asked. If you do not have the education/training/experience that is being asked, select either "No" or "N/A".
Job Skills: Administrative Support/Services Supplemental InformationBackground Check InformationA BCI and FBI fingerprint check, a background check, including a polygraph examination, may be required on all selected applicants.A comparative analysis and/or drug-test may be a requirement of the hiring process. To request a disability accommodation, please email HRRequestADA@dps.ohio.gov as soon as possible, or at least 48 hours prior to the above referenced testing or interview date so any necessary arrangements may be made in a timely manner. ADA StatementOhio 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 WorkplaceThe 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.
Employment with the State of Ohio is more than ‘just a job’ – it is a privilege to serve our families, friends and neighbors who rely on us throughout our great state. We are a team of dedicated public servants committed to high performance, innovative thinking, and delivering excellent and efficient services. Our goal is to recruit and retain the best talent for our positions, because when we have the best talent, we get the best results for our community. We are #TeamOhio.
