ODRS Administrator (Data Administration Manager 2 - PN 20013579)

ODH is seeking a highly skilled Data Administration Manager 2 to support statewide public health data operations. This role plays a critical part in the development, enforcement, and improvement of data administration policies, electronic reporting, and system integration across the agency.

Job duties include:

• Lead development and enforcement of data administration and electronic messaging policies for systems such as electronic laboratory reporting (ELR) and electronic case reporting (eCR).
• Serve as a technical liaison between state programs, ODH’s Office of Management Information Systems (OMIS), the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), and healthcare providers.
• Oversee provider onboarding, troubleshooting, and data flow for electronic public health reporting.
• Mentor junior team members and provide work direction on data projects.
• Contribute to the design and improvement of ODH information systems (e.g., Ohio Disease Reporting System (ODRS)) to support data integration.
• Maintain and update reporting specifications and technical guidance for internal and external users.
• Advise leadership on data security, data standards, and system enhancements.
• Provide technical support, participate in process improvement efforts, and assist in training stakeholders.

Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm. This is an exempt hourly position, with a pay range of 15 on the E1 Exempt Pay Range Schedule.

Unless required by legislation, the selected candidate will begin at Pay Grade 15, Step 1 of the Exempt Pay Range Schedule ($44.38 per hour), with an opportunity for pay increase after six months ($46.88) of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

We only accept applications submitted online through this portal (careers.ohio.gov). To be evaluated for the role, your application must clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications and/or position specific minimum qualifications. We cannot give credit for experience, education, or training unless it is explicitly stated in the application. An assessment of these criteria may be conducted to determine the applicants who are interviewed.  

ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION.

STATUS OF POSTED POSITION:

You may check the status of your application by signing in to your profile on this website (careers.ohio.gov). We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application.

BACKGROUND CHECK NOTICE:
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.

EDUCATIONAL TRANSCRIPT REQUIREMENTS:

Official educational transcripts are required for all post-secondary education claimed on the application before a formal job offer can be made. Transcripts must be provided within five (5) working days of the request; failure to provide them will cause elimination from further consideration. Transcripts must be originals sent directly from the institution featuring an institutional watermark, ink stamp, or embossed stamp. Web printouts will not be accepted.  ODH reserves the right to evaluate the credibility of any degree or educational institution.

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.

Technical: Data Visualization, Data Entry, Data Analytics, Information Technology
Professional: Analyzation, Critical Thinking, Interpreting Data, Strategic Thinking