Administrative Professional 2 - 20062019

Ohio Department of Public Safety; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid time off

11 paid holidays/year

Education and development

Job summary

Ohio Department of Natural Resources is seeking an Administrative Professional 2 in Columbus, OH, to support the Division of Oil & Gas. The role handles routine administrative duties, documents and reviews well ownership records, and provides guidance to administrators for program activities.

The position offers standard state benefits, a full-time schedule, and a pay scale starting at $23.65 per hour with increases up to $28.76 per hour, plus potential COLA and longevity considerations.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform routine administrative duties and make recommendations regarding program activities.
• Receive, document, and review documents required of active oil and gas well owners, ultimately recommending for approval or rejection.
• Provide technical information and advice to administrators to aid in decision-making regarding program activities.
• Originate routine business letters reflecting standard procedures.
• Perform public relations duties by researching and responding to inquiries.
• Starting hourly pay of $23.65/hr. with multiple pay increases over your first 5.5 years of service, with an end salary of $28.76/hr.
• There may also be cost of living adjustments (COLA) applied.

Skills

Administrative Support

Operational Support

Attention to Detail

Customer Focus

Organizing and Planning

Job description

Job Description - Administrative Professional 2 - 20062019 (260006BQ)

Administrative Professional 2 - 20062019 (260006BQ)

Organization

Natural Resources

Agency Contact Name and Information

Theresa Ellis, [e-mail] or 614-265-6332

Unposting Date

Oct 2, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Work Location

OH Dept of Naturl Resc Complex 2045 Morse Rd Building D Columbus 43224

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation : $23.65/hr

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours : M-F, 8 AM - 5 PM (subject to change)

Union : OCSEA

Primary Job Skill

Administrative Support/Services

Technical Skills : Operational and Administrative Support

Professional Skills : Attention to Detail, Customer Focus, Organizing and Planning

Agency Overview

Who we are: Did you know Ohio operates 76 state parks, manages over 750,000 acres of diverse wildlife land and more than 2 million acres of water? That’s just the tip of the iceberg of what we do at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) as we seek to ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all!

Across our 12 divisions and support services, we employ office staff, law enforcement officers, geologists, biologists, engineers, attorneys, communicators, managers, and so much more. Whatever your passion, we likely have a position to fit it and pathways for advancement!

Working at ODNR is a special experience. Our employees are afforded opportunities to participate in public events at parks, nature preserves, wildlife areas, and annually at the Natural Resources Park at t he Ohio State Fair. Our central office campus at Fountain Square is like an oasis on Morse Road with private, secured, free onsite parking, wildlife, a walking path, and natural areas including a small prairie and wetland. We routinely have Lunch and Learn events at our Assembly Center which are streamed on Teams Live as are monthly updates with our Director.

Job Description

What we need: We are seeking energetic, passionate people who enjoy the outdoors and want to play a key role for the position of Administrative Professional 2 within the Division of Oil & Gas, headquartered at Fountain Square in Franklin County. The address is 2045 Morse Rd, Columbus, OH 43229. To learn more about the Division of Oil & Gas please visit Division of Oil & Gas Resources | Ohio Department of Natural Resources.

What you will do…

• Perform routine administrative duties and make recommendations regarding program activities.
• Receive, document, and review documents required of active oil and gas well owners, ultimately recommending for approval or rejection.
• Provide technical information and advice to administrators to aid in decision-making regarding program activities.
• Originate routine business letters reflecting standard procedures.
• Perform public relations duties by researching and responding to inquiries.
• Starting hourly pay of $23.65/hr. with multiple pay increases over your first 5.5 years of service, with an end salary of $28.76/hr.
• There may also be cost of living adjustments (COLA) applied. Longevity pay supplements begin after five (5) years of state service. For more details, refer to Pay Rate and Longevity Tables | Department of Administrative Services.

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

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

Job Skills: Administrative Support/Services

Technical Skills: Operational and Administrative Support,

Professional Skills: Attention to Detail, Customer Focus, Organizing and Planning

Supplemental Information

Please ensure your online application clearly indicates how you meet minimum qualifications (MQs). Transcripts are required for all coursework, degrees or educational accomplishments claimed on the application. Applicants must submit a transcript (can be unofficial until point of selection) by the posting deadline. Should you have issues attaching, please email to: [e-mail]. "See resume" is not a substitution for completing supplemental questions. Answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education sections of the application. Applications that fail to demonstrate how they meet minimum qualifications will not be considered.

To request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability please contact Mohammad Yakubu, EEO Regional/Program Administrator at 614-265-6992 or [e-mail].

Effective July 1, 2015, applicants must apply online for positions at all state agencies except the Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD).

The final candidate selected for the 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.

STATUS OF POSTED POSITIONS: Applicants can view the status of this position by logging into their user profile on the Ohio Hiring Management System [OHMS] Home page at the following link careers.ohio.gov and selecting "My Profile".

NOTES: Bargaining unit applicants will be given consideration for applicable positions, pursuant to collective bargaining agreements.

Selection devices, proficiency testing and/or assessments may be used to determine if an applicant meets and is proficient in the minimum qualifications for this position. If you are applying for the same classification within a six-month period, your previous score from the selection instrument (interview, proficiency test and/or assessment) may be carried forward for consideration.

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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.