Labor Market Program Supervisor 2 (LMI Workforce Research Supervisor)

Who We Are

The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) supports Ohioans and their families through the following programs:

• Public Assistance
• Workforce Development
• Unemployment Insurance
• Adult Protective Services
• Child Support

Public service is an honorable way to serve the community in a hands-on dedicated way. You can make a difference in someone’s world!

Guiding Principles

• We will be a leader in customer satisfaction.
• We will have a reputation that attracts and retains talented, diverse, and dedicated employees.
• We get better at what we do everyday.

Office of Workforce Development

Building Ohio's Workforce. Creating Innovative Solutions. Promoting Economic Independence and Growth.

What You’ll Do

In this position, you will be part of the Bureau of Labor Market Information (LMI). LMI is responsible for producing employment statistics and projections under the direction of the U.S. Department of Labor’s Bureau of Labor's Employment and Training Administration (ETA).

The supervisor for Workforce Research section works independently and reports to the Assistant Bureau Chief of LMI responsible for ETA programs.  

 Job Duties:

·    Manage the Workforce Research program. 

·    Supervise Researcher 3 positions – including work assignments, annual performance evaluations and developing suitable goals. 

·    Plan, organize, and direct the preparation, production, and publication of statewide short-term industry and  occupation projections, and long-term statewide and substate industry and occupational projections as directed by the ETA.

·    Manage the data collection and production of special reports or projects (e.g. Ohio Leading indicators, Ohio Annual Economic Report, Ohio Licensure database, Ohio Labor Market Overview, Annual Declining Industries analysis)

·    Oversee the population and maintenance of the workforce information database (WIDb)

·    Represent the Office of Workforce Development Bureau or LMI at conferences and meetings and make public presentations.

 Necessary Skills:

·   Social Science Research Methods skills

·   Supervisory Principles and Techniques skills

·   Statistical analysis skills 

·   Writing skills 

·   Advanced Microsoft Excel skills 

 Schedule:

• This position is overtime exempt and is remote. Standard workdays are Monday through Friday. Hours are between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m.
• Remote workspaces should be secure, reasonably quiet, and free of distractions.

 Travel:

• Travel may be required for business purposes.
• Trainings and staff meetings are about four times a year.
• Out-of-state conferences are about once a year.

 Challenges:

• You may interview uncooperative, hostile, or upset people
• Meet deadlines
• Manage competing deadlines
• Manage staff morale and performance

PN(s): 20033673

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.

The ideal candidate, at minimum, must have the following: 

OPTION 1:

• Completion of undergraduate core program in social or behavioral science to include 2 courses in social research methods (i.e., analysis of variance; multiple regression; survey methods & theory of scientific research or comparable methodology); 3 yrs. trg. or 3 yrs. exp. in application of social research methods which included both of the following:  12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in computer operations (e.g., Microsoft Office; Microsoft Access; Statistical Access; Statistical Analysis System [SAS]; Statistical Package for Social Sciences [SPSS]); 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in supervisory principles & techniques.  

Option 2:

• 5 yrs. exp. in social or behavioral science which included 3 yrs. exp. in application of social research methods (e.g., analysis of variance; multiple regression; survey methods & theory of scientific research); 12 mos. exp. in computer operations (e.g., Microsoft Office; Microsoft Access; Statistical Access; Statistical Analysis System [SAS]; Statistical Package for Social Sciences [SPSS]); 12 mos. exp. in supervisory principles & techniques; 12 mos. exp. in social research methods.  

Option 3: 

• 1 yr. exp. as Labor Market Program Supervisor 1, 66335.  

Or

• Equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above.

Technical & Professional Skills Utilized: Research

Tips For Your Application

When completing the different sections of this application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in this job posting. We cannot give you credit for your Work Experience and Education & Certifications if you do not provide that information in your online application. Information in attached resumes or cover letters must be entered into your application in the appropriate Work Experience or Education & Certification sections to be considered.

Pay Information

This position is in the State of Ohio’s E1 Pay Schedule, Pay Range 14. Unless required by legislation or union contract, starting salary will be the minimum salary of that pay range (step 1, currently $39.22 per hour). These ranges provide a standardized pathway for pay increases. With continued employment, new hires move to the next step in the range after 6 months and annually thereafter. Cost of Living Adjustments increase wages in these ranges each fiscal year. The current step progression wages are in the table below.

Telework & Work-From-Home

All positions at ODJFS are in-office positions. We are currently migrating from remote work to in-office work. Should you be invited for an interview or assessment, please inquire at that time if this is an in-office position or a currently/temporarily remote position.

ADA Notice

If you require an accommodation based on a disability for any step of the selection process, please contact ada_public@jfs.ohio.gov

Background check information

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Some positions may require drug testing and/or fingerprinting. Criminal convictions do not necessarily disqualify candidates from consideration.

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.