Executive Director

State of Ohio; Pinhook (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Public retirement benefits

Job summary

The Petroleum Underground Storage Tank Release Compensation Board in Westerville, Ohio seeks an executive leader to direct the statewide administration of the Fund and oversee finances, governance, and compliance. This full-time role requires strategic leadership and collaboration with state agencies, industry stakeholders, and the public.

The position emphasizes budget development, policy recommendations, and accountability for reimbursement programs, with responsibilities spanning procurement,

Qualifications

• Completion of an undergraduate core program in public administration, business administration, accounting, finance, environmental science, engineering, law, or a closely related field.
• Five years of progressively responsible executive or senior management experience.
• Experience in executive management, supervision, budgeting, financial management, and governmental operations.
• Experience in public relations, legislative relations, stakeholder communications, employee development, and organizational leadership.

Responsibilities

• Administers the Petroleum Underground Storage Tank Financial Assurance Fund per Ohio law and rules.
• Provides independent executive authority directing statewide administration of the Fund.
• Oversees Fund finances, investments, fiscal sustainability, and related policy recommendations.
• Develops and monitors the agency’s biennial operating budget and manages revenues and expenditures.
• Directs the claims reimbursement program, including eligibility determinations and audits.
• Coordinates with BUSTR, Ohio Attorney General, county prosecutors and other agencies on compliance, collections, and enforcement.
• Represents the Board before the Ohio General Assembly and Governor’s Office, delivering testimony and presentations.
• Directs procurement and contract administration for professional services to administer the Fund.
• Oversees agency operations and human resources, workforce planning, and succession planning.

Skills

Executive Leadership

Education

Undergraduate core program in related fields

Job description

Organization

Petroleum Underground Storage Tank Release Compensation Board

Work Location

4151 Executive Parkway, Suite 350

Westerville, Ohio, 43081

United States

Compensation

Commensurate with Experience

Schedule

Permanent - Full Time

Work Hours

8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Classified Indicator

Unclassified

Union

Exempt from union

Primary Job Skill

Executive Leadership

Job Duties

• Administers the Petroleum Underground Storage Tank Financial Assurance Fund in accordance with sections 3737.87 through 3737.98 of the Ohio Revised Code and Ohio Administrative Code rules 3737-1-01 through 3737-1-23
• Exercises independent executive authority and autonomy in directing the statewide administration of the Fund and implementing the policies, strategic objectives, and directives established by the Board
• Oversees Fund finances, investments, fiscal sustainability, and related policy recommendations in consultation with investment managers, actuaries, financial consultants, and the Treasurer of State
• Develops, administers and monitors the agency’s biennial operating budget and manages annual revenues, claims expenditures, and operating expenses
• Directs the claims reimbursement program, including eligibility determinations, reimbursement requests of up to $1 million; authorizes technical, financial, and compliance audits; and authorizes the withholding of reimbursement when warranted under Board rules or pending Board action
• Administers coverage for UST owners, including annual fee assessments, Certificates of Coverage, and delinquent fee collection activities
• Coordinates compliance, collections, litigation, audits, and enforcement matters with the Ohio Attorney General, county prosecutors, Bureau of UST Regulations (BUSTR), and other agencies
• Assists the Board when it acts as an appeal body to determinations issued by the Director of the Fund
• Develops agency policies, strategic initiatives, Board recommendations, proposed administrative rules, and legislative recommendations
• Represents the Board before the Ohio General Assembly, Governor’s Office, state agencies, industry organizations, environmental professionals, regulated entities, consultants, and the public. Makes presentations and presents legislative testimony
• Directs procurement and contract administration for professional service providers required to administer the Fund
• Directs agency operations, administrative services, human resources, procurement, public records, information systems, and customer service
• Provides executive leadership for agency personnel by setting goals, directing workforce planning, evaluating performance, supporting recruitment and development, and promoting succession planning and engagement
• Researches financial assurance programs, environmental remediation, legislative initiatives, rules, and best practices; recommends improvements to the Board
• Ensures compliance with applicable laws, rules, ethics requirements, procurement standards, and administrative policies
• Directs preparation of reports, budget requests, financial analyses, performance measures and public information materials, speeches, presentations, and legislative testimony
• Responds to sensitive inquiries from legislators, regulated entities, consultants, attorneys, state officials, media, and the public

Background Check Information

All final applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. Testing will also be performed for the presence of marijuana. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment unless the applicant submits medical documentation of legally prescribed medications or a recommendation for medical marijuana.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

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. To request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, please contact the Board's ADA Coordinator, John Hickey, at 614-752-8963 or [e-mail].

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

Minimum Qualifications for Employment

Completion of an undergraduate core program in public administration, business administration, accounting, finance, environmental science, engineering, law, or a closely related field.

Minimum of:

• Five years of progressively responsible executive or senior management experience;
• Experience or training in executive management, supervision, budgeting, financial management, public administration, regulatory compliance, and governmental operations;
• Experience or training in public relations, legislative relations, stakeholder communications, employee development, and organizational leadership;
• Or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience as determined by the Board.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference may be given to candidates possessing:

• Experience administering governmental financial assurance, insurance, environmental, or reimbursement programs.
• Professional certification or an advanced degree in public administration, business administration, finance, environmental management, law, or a related field.
• Knowledge of UST regulations, petroleum contamination remediation, governmental budgeting, accounting, and public fund management.
• Experience working with governing boards or commissions, legislative affairs, or administrative rulemaking.

Major Worker Characteristics

Knowledge of:

• Executive leadership, public administration, strategic planning, and organizational management
• Government budgeting, fiscal management, financial analysis, and public fund administration
• Applicable Ohio laws and rules governing USTs, the Board, and the Fund*
• Environmental remediation, claims administration, and reimbursement programs*
• Government procurement, contract administration, human resources, and management
• Public relations, legislative processes, rulemaking, records management, and office administration
• Human resources management

Skill in:

• Executive leadership, strategic decision-making, and project management
• Budget preparation, financial oversight, and policy analysis
• Public speaking, presentations, negotiation, and conflict resolution

Ability to:

• Direct and manage a statewide regulatory reimbursement program.
• Interpret and apply statutes, rules, policies, and financial regulations.
• Analyze financial, legal, operational, and policy issues and recommend action.
• Develop long-range strategies and collaborative stakeholder relationships.
• Build collaborative relationships with governmental agencies, stakeholders, and regulated industries.
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate professional staff.
• Communicate effectively and prepare reports, legislative testimony, presentations, and policy recommendations.
• Handle sensitive matters with discretion and identify legal, financial, operational, and policy risks.

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.