Program Administrator 1- 20061603 (Legal)

The Division of Industrial Compliance and its associated boards ensure Ohioans are safe in public buildings such as businesses, educational institutions and municipal buildings. This includes drafting and applying the Ohio Building Code; conducting appeal hearings; issuing variances to code requirements; licensing commercial contractors; inspecting boilers, elevators and bedding; and regulating ski tramways. The division has responsibility for portions of the Manufactured Homes Program, and licenses installers and parks. The division also oversees Ohio’s minimum wage, prevailing wage and minor labor law programs.

• Acts as liaison with attorneys, agencies, and internal staff.
• Manages public records requests and assists with legal processes, filings, and Chapter 119 hearings.
• Conducts research, drafts contracts, prepares reports, and supports special projects.
• Handles public inquiries, communications, publications, and presentations.
• Performs secretarial and clerical tasks such as scheduling, mail processing, file management, transcription, and proofreading.
• Files administrative rules through state electronic systems.
• Supports boards/commissions, including serving as secretary for small division boards and backing up the secretary for a department board.
  
  

36 mos. trg. or 36 mos. exp. in business administration, management science or public administration. If assigned to operate vehicles regulated by Section 4506.01 of Revised Code, applicants must also have valid commercial driver's license.

• Or completion of undergraduate core program in business administration, management science or public administration; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in supervisory, administrative &/or managerial position which involved limited research & public contact. If assigned to operate vehicles regulated by Section 4506.01 of Revised Code, applicants must also have valid commercial driver's license.
• Or completion of undergraduate core program in academic field commensurate with program area to be assigned per approved Position Description on file; 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in supervisory, administrative, managerial &/or staff position which involved limited research & public contact. If assigned to operate vehicles regulated by Section 4506.01 of Revised Code, applicants must also have valid commercial driver's license.
• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.
  
  

Job Skills: Program Management

Organization

Commerce

Agency Contact Name and Information

kathryn.zappia@com.ohio.gov OR 614-995-7009

Unposting Date

Dec 24, 2025, 11:59:00 PM

Work Location

Commerce Tussing Road

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Reynoldsburg

Compensation

$26.92 per hour

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours

8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Classified Indicator

Unclassified

Union

Exempt from Union

Primary Job Skill

Program Management

Technical Skills

Attorney/Legal, Board and Commission Compliance , Administrative support/services

Professional Skills

Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking, Customer Focus

Agency Overview

The Mission of the Ohio Department of Commerce is promoting prosperity by protecting what matters most.

As the state’s chief regulator, the Department of Commerce impacts Ohioans every day. We are motivated by our mission to promote prosperity for businesses and licensees by protecting what matters most to the residents of our state. We ensure compliance through proactive outreach, education, and customer-focused service.

Commerce is comprised of seven operating divisions and two standalone programs that span a variety of industries including real estate, liquor, banking, securities, firefighting, construction and skilled trades, and medical marijuana. Through exceptional compliance practices and oversight, Commerce has a direct role in protecting Ohioans.

Our Guiding Principles

Making An IMPACT For The Customer

• Inclusive
• Motivated
• Proactive
• Accountable
• Customer-Focused
• Teamwork