Human Services Developer 2

Human Services Developer 2

The Department of Children and Youth (DCY) is seeking a highly organized, team-oriented professional to join its Bureau of Professional Development, supporting the Children Services Training and Development Team. This role plays a vital part in designing, developing, and delivering training programs that strengthen child welfare practice across Ohio.

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop and deliver training for child protective services caseworkers, supervisors, and administrators.
• Provide consultation and practice/process support to DCY staff, Public Children Services Agencies (PCSAs), County Departments of Job and Family Services (CDJFS), IV-E Courts, and community partners.
• Ensure compliance with federal and state regulations, including CFSR, MEPA, and CPOE performance standards.
• Assist agencies in developing strategies to improve outcomes in child safety, permanency, and well-being.
• Utilize tools such as OhioSACWIS, OCAF, TeamOhio, Articulate, LMS, and Microsoft Office to support training and evaluation.
• Coordinate statewide training needs assessments and support LMS operations.
• Review vendor-created training content to ensure alignment with DCY policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Contribute to policy development and program improvement through research, analysis, and collaboration.
• Respond to inquiries from legislators, providers, and the public; ensure consistent application of program policies.
• Participate in program evaluation, curriculum development, and internal training initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Strong knowledge of child welfare systems and professional development strategies.
• Intermediate proficiency in relevant software and learning platforms.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and organizational skills.

Pay information:

Unless required by legislation or union contract, starting salary will be step 1 of the salary range associated with this position. New hires advance to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. Based on collective bargaining and legislative activity, there may be cost of living increases awarded annually. Additional longevity supplements begin after 5 years. The current wage progression for this position is in the table below.

Background check information:

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.

Job skills: Human Services

Supplemental information:

All answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education provided on your civil service application. Attachments will not be considered as part of your application. Selection devices such as a structured interview, proficiency instrument, and/or assessment may be required for this position. Applicants must demonstrate proficiency with a passing score of applicable selection device to be considered for this position. Regardless of a passing or failing score, all results will be maintained for 6 months. Applicant with a passing score will be retained and utilized for a 6-month period. Applicant with a failing score in the same position may not re-take the same selection device for a 6-month period. Travel required, as needed. Must provide own transportation or in order to operate a state vehicle, you must have a valid driver's license.

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.