Administrative Professional 2

State of Ohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Multiple pay increases over the first

Free Parking

Free Gym Access & Walking Path

Daycare On-site

Cafeteria On-site

Job summary

Ohio Department of Public Safety – Ohio State Highway Patrol in Columbus is seeking an Administrative Professional 2 to support records, inquiries, and case information with attention to detail and strong communication skills.

The role involves processing monetary transactions, updating files, and generating reports, with a full-time schedule and benefits as part of the Ohio public safety team.

Qualifications

• Option 1: 18 mos. exp. or 18 mos. trg. in secretarial/administrative professional field.
• Option 2: Associate core coursework in secretarial science or business office applications.
• Option 3: 6 mos exp as Administrative Professional 1, 16871, or equivalent per Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment.

Responsibilities

• Respond to inquiries, information requests, and handling complaints requiring knowledge of laws, rules, policies and procedures regarding records and investigations.
• Process transactions that require collection of money.
• Operate personal computer to retrieve data, verify information, or provide status of files/cases.
• Review case files prior to release of information to OSHP Districts/General Headquarters/other staff.
• Coordinate rooms and appointments; maintain and update files; prepare and generate reports and correspondence.

Skills

Administrative Support/Services

Regulatory Compliance

Clerical & Data Entry

Operational and Administrative Support

Records Management

Attention to Detail

Customer Focus

Problem Solving

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Education

18 mos exp or 18 mos trg in secretarial/administrative professional field

Associate core coursework in secretarial science or business office applications

6 mos exp as Administrative Professional 1

Job description

Job Description - Administrative Professional 2 (260006RA)

Administrative Professional 2 (260006RA)

Organization

Public Safety

Agency Contact Name and Information : Kate Veeley | [e-mail]

Unposting Date

Sep 15, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Work Location

Charles D Shipley Building 1970 West Broad Street Columbus 43223-1102

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation : $23.65 per hour

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours : 7:30am to 4:00pm

Union : OCSEA

Primary Job Skill

Administrative Support/Services

Technical Skills : Regulatory Compliance, Clerical & Data Entry, Operational and Administrative Support, Records Management, Administrative support/services

Professional Skills : Attention to Detail, Customer Focus, Problem Solving, Verbal Communication, Written Communication

Agency Overview

Ohio State Highway Patrol

Is an internationally accredited agency whose mission is to protect life and property, promote traffic safety and provide professional public safety services with respect, compassion, and unbiased professionalism.

Job Description

Ohio Department of Public Safety – Ohio State Highway Patrol

Report in Location: 1970 W Broad Street, Columbus OH 43223

Perks of Working for the Ohio Department of Public Safety

• Multiple pay increases over the first years of service!
• Free Parking!
• Free Gym Access & Walking Path!
• Daycare On-site!
• Cafeteria On-site!

What You\'ll Do as an Administrative Professional 2

• Respond to inquiries, information requests, & handling complaints that require in-depth knowledge of applicable laws, rules, policies & procedures regarding traffic crash records, air traffic crash records, case investigations, background investigations, polygraphs, blood & alcohol results.
• Process transactions that require collection of money.
• Operate personal computer to retrieve/look-up data to verify/give out information or give status of file/case.
• Review case files prior to release of information to OSHP Districts, General Headquarters Staff &/or other authorized staff.
• Coordinate rooms & appointments; Maintain & update files; Prepare, compose & generate reports & correspondence.

Why Work for the State of Ohio

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.

Qualifications

• Option 1: 18 mos. exp. or 18 mos. trg. in secretarial/administrative professional field.
• Option 2: -Or completion of associate core coursework in secretarial science or business office applications from accredited career school or community college.
• Option 3: -Or 6 mos. exp. as Administrative Professional 1, 16871. -Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

Job Skills: Administrative Support/Services

Supplemental Information

Background Check Information

• A BCI and FBI fingerprint check, a background check, including a polygraph examination, may be required on all selected applicants.
• A comparative analysis and/or drug-test may be a requirement of the hiring process.

To request a disability accommodation, please email [e-mail] as soon as possible, or at least 48 hours prior to the above referenced testing or interview date so any necessary arrangements may be made in a timely manner.

ADA Statement

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.

Drug-Free Workplace

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.