Critical Infrastructure Protection Planner

State of Ohio; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 62,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Multiple pay increases

Free Parking

Free Gym Access and Walking Path

Onsite Cafeteria

Onsite Daycare

Job summary

State of Ohio seeks a Planner 3 in Columbus to serve as a liaison for infrastructure protection and help coordinate security deployments. You will support field operations, review plans, and work with partners to strengthen critical infrastructure resilience.

The role requires arranging SkyWatch Tower transport, ensuring readiness, and collaborating with IT and technical staff. Local candidates with relevant credentials are preferred.

Qualifications

• Completion of undergraduate core program or 24 mos. exp. in assigned program area.
• 9 mos. trg. or 9 mos. exp. in operational, mathematical, analytical or statistical research methods.
• 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in public relations.
• 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in budgeting.
• 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in technical writing or business communication.

Responsibilities

• Act as principal liaison between the ODPS Division of Homeland Security and various agencies.
• Participate in deployments to the field for events and incidents to support security operations.
• Aid in/ conduct infrastructure security and vulnerability assessments of buildings and properties.
• Conduct outreach and facilitate networking, information sharing, training and other activities with critical infrastructure owners and operators.
• Review security plans and emergency documents; provide recommendations to reduce risks and improve resilience.
• Utilize state vehicle and trailer to transport SkyWatch Towers; arrange maintenance as needed.
• Ensure Skywatch Tower is operational; work with ODPS IT and technicians to resolve issues.

Skills

Planning and Development

Public Safety

Cybersecurity

Attention to Detail

Collaboration

Situational Awareness

Education

Undergraduate core program

Equivalent minimum qualifications

Tools

FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot

Job description

Organization

Public Safety

Agency Contact Name and Information : Alison Granger / [e-mail]

Unposting Date

Ongoing

Work Location

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

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation : $31.47 per hour

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours : See Below

Union : OCSEA

Primary Job Skill

Planning and Development

Technical Skills : Public Safety, Cybersecurity

Professional Skills : Attention to Detail, Collaboration, Situational Awareness

Agency Overview

Ohio Homeland Security

Leads Ohio’s commitment to addressing the threats and challenges of terrorism.

Job Description

Ohio Department of Public Safety – Ohio Homeland Security

Report In Location – 1970 W. Broad Street, Columbus, Ohio 43223

Work Hours – 8:00AM to 5:00PM

Perks of Working for the Ohio Department of Public Safety

• Multiple pay increases over your first years of service!
• Free Parking!
• Free Gym Access and Walking Path!
• Onsite Cafeteria!
• Onsite Daycare!

What You’ll Do as a Planner 3

• Act as principal liaison between the Ohio Department of Public Safety (ODPS) Division of Homeland Security & various federal, county, city &/or municipal infrastructure protection agencies or personnel performing critical infrastructure protection duties;
• Participate in deployments to the field for events & critical incidents in order to support security operations; Provide SkyWatch Tower security consultation to state & local partners related to current or future events;
• Aid in &/or conduct infrastructure security & vulnerability assessments to include State/Public/Private buildings &/or properties;
• Conduct outreach & facilitate networking, information sharing, training, & other support activities with critical infrastructure owners & operators;
• Review security plans & prepared documents (i.e., emergency operation & action plans) for assigned State/Public/Private facilities &/or properties; Provide recommendations on practical & effective countermeasures to reduce identified risks & strengthen facility resilience;
• Utilize state vehicle & trailer to transport (i.e., deliver &/or pickup) SkyWatch Towers at pre-determined locations & events throughout the state; Transport SkyWatch Towers to Alum Creek Facility for any maintenance &/or repair needs;
• Ensure Skywatch Tower is set up for operational use & is fully functional; Work with ODPS support staff (i.e., Information Technology, Electronic Technicians, etc.) to resolve any operational issues;

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:

• Completion of undergraduate core program or 24 mos. exp. in assigned program area (e.g., engineering, landscape architecture, rehabilitation, mental health technology, transportation, physical, behavioral & social science, urban or community planning, natural resources, business or public administration);
• 9 mos. trg. or 9 mos. exp. in operational, mathematical, analytical or statistical research methods used in conducting & documenting research studies;
• 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in public relations;
• 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in budgeting;
• 1 course or 3 mos. exp. in technical writing or business communication.

Option 2:

• Or 6 mos. exp. as Planner 2, 85312, in assigned program area.
• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Physical Security Professional (PSP) Certification or Certified Protection Professional (CPP) Certification

Assigned Program Area: Infrastructure Protection, Emergency Management, Homeland Security, Cyber Security, Information Technology, Critical Infrastructure or related field.

Job Skills

Planning and Development

Supplemental Information

• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a federal Secret level Security Clearance
• This position is essential, meaning the duties this job performs are critical to the continued operations of the Ohio Department of Public Safety during a public safety emergency (OAC 123: 1-46-01 & DAS Directive HR-D-11). This position will be required to report for duty during any public safety emergency.
• Must acquire and maintain Protected Critical Infrastructure Information (PCII) and Chemical-terrorism Vulnerability Information (CVI) certification.
• Must acquire FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate within 6 months of employment and renew it every 24 months.
• Must attend training and obtain Commercial Drivers License (CDL) by completion of probationary period; Must maintain valid CDL throughout employment.

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.
• This position is subject to federal testing regulations pursuant to 49 CFR Part 40 (Federal Drug and Alcohol Regulations) and 49 CFR Part 382 (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration), which prohibit the use of marijuana, including medical marijuana. Medical marijuana is prohibited as a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test for final applicants in this position.

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.