What are the responsibilities and job description for the Institution Superintendent (PN 20044016) position at Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities?
What Will You Do?
Leadership and Strategic Planning
Organization
Developmental Disabilities - Cambridge Developmental Center
Agency Contact Name and Information
Erica Darthard; erica.darthard@dodd.ohio.gov
Unposting Date
Jul 19, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location
Cambridge Developmental Center
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Guernsey County-Cambridge
Compensation
$32.14 - $107.61
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
Variable
Classified Indicator
Unclassified
Union
Exempt from Union
Professional Skills
Adaptability, Attention to Detail, Conflict Management, Critical Thinking, Flexibility, Growth Mindset
Agency Overview
Join Our Team!
Accepting applications for an Institution Superintendent at Cambridge Developmental Center
Who Are We?
The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) mission is to partner with people and communities to support Ohioans with developmental disabilities and their families in realizing their version of a good life.
Ohio Is The Heart Of Opportunity, And We Envision Ohio As The Best Place In The Nation For People With Developmental Disabilities To Thrive. Our Core Values Reflect Our Focus On The Experience Of Each Person We Support
Leadership and Strategic Planning
- Provides executive leadership for all center operations in compliance with the Ohio Revised Code.
- Establishes organizational goals, objectives, policies, and long‑ and short‑term plans.
- Directs department heads across clinical, residential, administrative, and support service areas.
- Leads the center’s Trauma‑Informed Care strategy and implementation.
- Represents the center on division committees and in professional forums.
- Ensures delivery of high‑quality habilitation, medical, clinical, and support services.
- Conducts ongoing evaluation of programs, departments, and service outcomes.
- Ensures resident needs are met, rights are protected, and environments are safe, clean, and well‑maintained.
- Coordinates community resources and volunteer involvement.
- Maintains Medicaid certification, DODD licensure, and compliance with ICF/IID standards.
- Ensures adherence to accreditation, state, and federal requirements.
- Oversees effective EEO, ADA, and equitable human resources practices.
- Develops required reports, maintains operational data, and responds to information requests.
- Coordinates biennium budget requests and expenditures with the Fiscal experts.
- Operates the center within approved budgets and ensures cost‑effective practices.
- Oversees capital planning, facility needs identification, and project execution.
- Manages staffing structures, organizational design, and personnel actions.
- Collaborates and coordinates Human Resources functions at the developmental center.
- Approves staffing proposals, leave requests, commendations, and disciplinary recommendations.
- Collaborates with the administrative team on personnel, labor relations, and policy development.
- Oversees administration of labor agreements and progressive discipline policies.
- Maintains positive relations with county boards, providers, families, advisory groups, and the community.
- Strengthens partnerships that support the center’s mission and services.
- Participates in public relations efforts and community outreach activities.
- Or pursuant to Ohio Administrative Code 5123:2-3-01, applicants for positions in Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities must be 21 years of age and require a Bachelor’s Degree in human services or health or human services related management or 4 yrs. paid work experience as a supervisor of programs or services for individuals with developmental disabilities; 2 yrs. exp. in budgeting; 2 yrs. paid work exp. in provision of services to individuals with developmental disabilities, including responsibility for personnel matters, supervision of employees, program services & financial management; 1 yr. exp. in public relations.
- Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
Organization
Developmental Disabilities - Cambridge Developmental Center
Agency Contact Name and Information
Erica Darthard; erica.darthard@dodd.ohio.gov
Unposting Date
Jul 19, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Work Location
Cambridge Developmental Center
Primary Location
United States of America-OHIO-Guernsey County-Cambridge
Compensation
$32.14 - $107.61
Schedule
Full-time
Work Hours
Variable
Classified Indicator
Unclassified
Union
Exempt from Union
Professional Skills
Adaptability, Attention to Detail, Conflict Management, Critical Thinking, Flexibility, Growth Mindset
Agency Overview
Join Our Team!
Accepting applications for an Institution Superintendent at Cambridge Developmental Center
Who Are We?
The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) mission is to partner with people and communities to support Ohioans with developmental disabilities and their families in realizing their version of a good life.
Ohio Is The Heart Of Opportunity, And We Envision Ohio As The Best Place In The Nation For People With Developmental Disabilities To Thrive. Our Core Values Reflect Our Focus On The Experience Of Each Person We Support
- Inclusion
- Partnership
- Respect
Salary : $32 - $108