Program Administrator 2-(Grant Program Administrator)-20100307

Ohio Department of Natural Resources; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 46,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) in Columbus seeks a Program Administrator 2 to direct the Division of Forestry's grant program, formulate policies and contracts, and provide liaison support for program decision making. The role emphasizes governance, procurement, and administrative leadership.

Starting hourly pay is $33.32 with raises through 6.5 years, potential COLA, and longevity pay after five years. 4+ years in related fields or equivalent education are required.

Qualifications

• 4 yrs. trg. or 4 yrs. exp. in business administration management science or public administration.

Responsibilities

• Provide direction & perform administrative duties for the Division of Forestry's Grant program.
• Formulate & implement program policy, procedures & contracts.
• Administer grant program & associated duties.
• Serve as a liaison & provide technical advice to aid in program decision making.
• Administer procurement & associated duties.

Skills

Program Management

Forestry

Facilitating

Administrative support/services

Business

Customer Service

Active Learning

Critical Thinking

Organizing and Planning

Attention to Detail

Education

Undergraduate degree in business administration

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 Program Administrator 2 within the Division of Forestry, headquartered at Fountain Square, assigned to Franklin county. The address is 2045 Morse rd., Building H-1, Columbus, OH 43229-6693. To learn more about the Division of Forestry please visit Division of Forestry | Ohio Department of Natural Resources.

What You Will Do...

• Provide direction & perform administrative duties for the Division of Forestry's Grant program;
• Formulate & implement program policy, procedures & contracts;
• Administer grant program & associated duties;
• Serve as a liaison & provide technical advice to aid in program decision making.
• Administer procurement & associated duties.
• Starting hourly pay of $33.32/hr. with multiple pay increases over your first 6.5 years of service, with an end salary of $47.47/hr.
• There may also be cost of living adjustments (COLA) applied. Longevity pay supplements begin after (5) years of state service. For more details, refer to the EXEMPT pay range schedule & longevity rates Exempt Employees E1 | Department of Administrative Services

4 yrs. trg. or 4 yrs. exp. in business administration management science or public administration.

Qualifications

• Or completion of undergraduate core program in business administration, management science or public administration; 2 yrs. trg. or 2 yrs. exp. in supervisory, administrative &/or managerial position.
• Or completion of undergraduate core program in academic field commensurate with program area to be assigned per approved Position Description on file; 2 yrs. trg. or 2 yrs. exp. in supervisory, administrative &/or managerial position or staff position involving planning, research &/or policy/procedure development.
• Or 1 yr. exp. as Program Administrator 1, 63122.
• Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above

Job Skills

Program Management

Technical Skills

Technical Skills: Forestry, Facilitating, Administrative support/services, Business, Customer Service

Professional Skills

Professional Skills: Active Learning, Critical Thinking, Organizing and Planning, Attention to Detail

Agency Contact Name and Information

Alana Ranke [e-mail] or 614-265-6983

Unposting Date

Aug 20, 2026, 11:59:00 PM

Work Location

DNR Franklin County

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours

8:00-4:30M-F/variable

Classified Indicator

Classified

Union

Exempt from Union

Technical Skills

Business, Customer Service, Forestry, Administrative support/services, Facilitating

Professional Skills

Active Learning, Attention to Detail, Critical Thinking, 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 the Ohio State Fair! We routinely have Lunch and Learn events at our Assembly Center which are streamed on Teams Live as are monthly updates with our Director.