Project Manager 1 (20080830) (260006NY)
: Rehabilitation & Correction - Operation Support Center
Agency Contact Name and Information: vlora.mcafee@drc.ohio.gov
: Sep 25, 2026, 3:59:00 AM
DRC Central Office-Fran-ODOT
1980 West Broad Street
Columbus 43223
: United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus
Compensation: $44.38
: Full-time
Work Hours: 40
Classified Indicator: Classified
Union: Exempt from Union
: Project Management
Technical Skills: Technical Writing, Architecture, Construction Trades, Engineering, Program Management
Professional Skills: Adaptability, Critical Thinking, Ethics and Values, Growth Mindset, Written Communication
Agency Overview Who We Are…
Guided by a single mission “To reduce recidivism among those we touch,” the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction believes that everyone is capable of positive change. Our staff embrace these core values and serves as role models for pro-social behavior conveying an attitude of dignity and respect in the treatment of others.
The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction has been tasked with front line crime reduction through rehabilitative treatment and programming efforts provided in a safe, secure and humane correctional environment and effective community supervision. Our goal is to protect the public through helping individuals turn away from crime and become productive, contributing members of our communities, ensuring a safer Ohio for all Ohioans now and in the future.
To learn more about our agency, please visit our website at www.drc.ohio.gov
Are You Ready?
We are thrilled to see that you are interested in beginning your career with the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction! Without a doubt, this will be the most rewarding and meaningful work you’ll ever find with a work family that is second to none!
Works under direction and requires considerable knowledge of project management, life cycle methodologies and public policy management or public administration in order to manage projects Plans capital improvement projects for ODRC by interviewing stakeholders, developing project requirements, project budget, and project scheduleDuring design review and approve project requirements, quality standards, and deliverables and plan, specifications, schedules, budgets, scope of work at each stage of the design process Coordinate activities among the various ODRC department sections, institutions, agencies, and design professionals/consultants to develop, review and approve capital improvement programsResponsible for the scopes of work, estimates of cost, design and verify code compliance/plan approvalManage and coordinate with stakeholders to identify and mitigate risks associated with projects and ensure the schedule is maintained during constructionProvide project management including work completed by an assigned institution or outside contractors that includes coordinating construction project tasks with the institution and associated staffProvide site reviews/visits at jobsite, meet regularly with stakeholders, attend project progress meetings, maintain construction project documentation, review, approve and processes change directives, change orders, and pay requests for contractors and professional services firmsConduct final project inspections and acceptance processes construction project closeout documentsResponsible for assuring that construction design complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) as it applies to both staff and inmate accommodationsAdvise institution administrators, fire and safety personnel, and other staff regarding compliance to Federal/State laws, regulations, and standards related to health and safety policies, public law 91-596 (OSHA)Responsible for ensuring that all ODRC employees and inmates are provided with secure, safe work, and living areas/environmentsSupervise Facilities Planning Project Managers who assist in construction projectsResponsible for issuing project assignments to Facilities Planning Project Managers, review project documentation for completeness and accuracy, receive updates on project status, and monitor work performanceEstablish procedures/guidelines for subordinates and facility maintenance staff. Conduct policy review for CAMS policies.Maintains contact and participation with regulatory agencies and code authorities to ensure correct interpretation and compliance with current codes and standardsProvides technical assistance to the institutions and advises institution personnel assigned to safety and fire programs, and provides guidance on work-related issues, conducts facilities management audits at assigned institutionsAttends meetings, training, and conferences; work on special projects, performs other duties as assignedWhy 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.
3 yrs. exp. in project management (i.e., management & development of project/program requirements, design, development, testing/pilot, training & full scale implementation), with experience to be commensurate with project/program &/or position description on file (e.g., specific human service program area, management information sciences, fiscal); 12 mos. exp. in budgeting & calculating cost projections of program/projects.
-Or successful completion of 2 yrs. post-secondary education majoring in business administration, public administration, computer science/information technology, social science, or health, with major being commensurate with project to be assigned; 12 mos. exp. in budgeting & calculating cost projections of program/projects.
-Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
In order to be considered for this position, you must apply on-line through this posting website. (We no longer accept paper applications.) When completing your on-line Ohio Civil Service Application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting. We cannot give you credit for your qualifications, experience, education and training in the job selection process if you do not provide it in your on-line application.You can check the status of your application by signing into your profile on this website.We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application. Be sure to check your email often.If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process, please contact the Human Resources Office so proper arrangements can be made. Otherwise, you will be given specific instructions on requesting an accommodation if you are invited to an assessment and/or interview.The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is a tobacco-free workplace.Pre-Employment Drug Testing:
All final applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. Testing will also be performed for the presence of marijuana. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment unless the applicant submits medical documentation of legally prescribed medications or a recommendation for medical marijuana.Pre-Employment Background Investigation:
The final applicant selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is prohibited from hiring:
Individuals under a federal or state weapons disability if the position requires firearms certification/recertification and use;Individuals who have engaged in sexual abuse in a prison or other confinement facility; have been civilly or administratively adjudicated, or convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, implied threats of force, or if the victim did not or was unable to consent;
Individuals convicted of soliciting or providing support for an act of terrorism, terrorism, or money laundering to support terrorism;
Individuals who have been convicted of or pled guilty to a felony where a direct correlation exists between the position and prior criminal behavior. 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.
