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SalaryMilitary and Veteran Engagement Coordinator
(240001Y1)MILITARY AND VETERAN ENGAGEMENT COORDINATOR
About Us:
As Ohio’s Secretary of State, Frank LaRose is doing his part to deliver a thriving democracy and a prosperous economy for all Ohioans. In his role as the state’s chief elections officer, he is working to ensure that Ohio’s elections are both secure and accessible. And, as the first stop for new businesses in the Buckeye State, he is assisting entrepreneurs as they receive articles of incorporation for a new business.
What You'll Do:
The Ohio Secretary of State is currently seeking candidates for a Military and Veteran Engagement Coordinator. Under direct supervision of the Director of Strategic Initiatives, this position is responsible of the daily engagement of military, veteran and other groups to promote the initiatives of the office regarding starting a business and promoting democracy.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct and coordinate statewide military & veteran outreach efforts.
- Develop relationships with stakeholders statewide and be in constant communication with them.
- Develop and cultivate election and business initiatives across areas of the office.
- Represent the Secretary of State’s office at meetings with military/veteran groups as well as other community organizations statewide.
- Assist in the preparation and execution of events.
- Prepare and submit regular reports of daily activities on behalf of the Secretary of State’s office.
- Draft communications for various initiatives including but not limited to Military and Veteran audiences.
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
- 12 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.
Education
- Required: A bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as communication, marketing, public relations, or a related discipline is required.
- Required: Background in or related military experience.
- Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills are crucial in this position. This individual will often need to communicate with diverse groups of people, including community members, stakeholders, and team members.
- Interpersonal/Networking Skills: Strong interpersonal skills are essential for building and maintaining relationships. In this position it is essential to nurture and maintain relationships to help promote the initiatives of the Secretary of State’s office.
- Knowledge of Outreach Strategies: Although not required, familiarity with various outreach strategies, including online and offline methods, to effectively engage with target audiences would be encouraged.
Technology
Personal computer, Microsoft Office 365 – Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
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.
This position is Unclassified per ORC 124.11 (A) (30)
The final candidate selected for this 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.
The final applicant selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to an appointment to test for illegal drug use.
