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SalaryAPEX Program Specialist
(240001SP)We are hiring for APEX PROGRAM SPECIALIST
The Ohio Department of Development’s Office of Small Business and Global Trade empowers communities to succeed through providing superior quality and innovative program delivery to Ohio businesses regarding small business development, international trade expansion, and government procurement assistance.
The Ohio APEX Accelerator serves as the axis for existing and new businesses to strengthen the government industrial base by accelerating innovation, fostering ingenuity, and establishing resilient and diverse supply chains all while connecting Ohio businesses to government opportunities. Throughout the APEX Accelerators, Ohio is a national leader of developing innovative programs and delivering superior quality government contracting services.
This position will support the Ohio APEX Accelerator in the delivery and execution of its programs while furthering the mission of the Office of Small Business and Global Trade. Specifically, this position will assist the Ohio APEX Accelerator Statewide Manager, support the Ohio Procurement Internship Program, and manage the Ohio Small Business Cybersecurity Hygiene Program.
What’s in it for you:
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
- Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans.
Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance
- Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period. Length of eligibility period is dependent on union representation.
Time Away From Work and Work/Life Balance
- Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave
- 11 paid holidays per year
- Childbirth/Adoption leave
Employee Development Funds
- The State of Ohio offers a variety of educational and professional development funding that varies based on whether you are a union-exempt employee or a union-represented employee.
Ohio Public Employees Retirement System
- OPERS is the retirement system for State of Ohio employees. The employee contributes 10% of their salary towards their retirement. The employer contributes an amount equal to 14% of the employee’s salary. Visit the OPERS website for more information.
Deferred Compensation
- The Ohio Deferred Compensation program is a 457(b) voluntary retirement savings plan. Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information.
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.
1. Bachelor's degree in business administration, marketing, project management, or another related field and/or two (2) years of project management experience or other relevant experience.
2. Proficiency in the operation of a personal computer and related software (e.g., MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
3. Strong oral and written communication skills.
4. Ability and willingness to collaborate in a team setting with both internal and external partners.
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.
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.
This position is required to work in the office Monday-Friday with flexibility in starting and ending times. The job is located in the Vern Riffe building, 77 South High St. Columbus, OH 43215
The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check and drug screen. 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.
