EXCEL Academy Curriculum Developer

Perks

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:

Quality, affordable, and competitive medical benefits are offered through the available Ohio Med plans

Dental, vision, and basic life insurance premiums are free after completed eligibility period

Paid time off, including vacation, personal, and sick leave

A variety of educational and professional development funding

Retirement\: Visit the OPERS website for more information

Ohio Deferred Compensation program\: Visit the Ohio Deferred Compensation website for more information

Applying for position:

All applicants must complete an online application to be considered.

When completing your online Ohio Civil Service Application, you must describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting.

All answers to the supplemental questions must be supported by the work experience/education on your civil service application.

If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process, please email the Human Resources contact on this posting so arrangements can be made

About Us

The Ohio Department of Aging (ODA) a cabinet-level agency within the executive branch of the Ohio state government. The director of ODA is a member of the Governor's cabinet, serving as principal advisor and advocate for 2.8 million older adults and their families. Through services, supports, and activities that cover a wide spectrum of issues, ODA strives to achieve its mission to foster sound public policy, research, and initiatives that benefit older Ohioans.

ODA is the federally designated agency responsible for developing and administering multi-year state plans that advocate for, and provide assistance to, older Ohioans and their families. In addition to the centralized functions, the agency designates and contracts with community providers and a network of 12 Area Agencies on Aging, who manage a wide array of federal and state-funded supportive services. These services assist older adults to live as independently as possible; promote healthy aging and active community involvement; and support family members in their vital care giving role.

To promote the agency’s vision of Ohio – the best place to age in the nation, ODA actively collaborates with consumers, stakeholders from key associations, government, and the public. The independent Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman and the Board of Executives of Long-Term Services and Supports are also located within ODA.

Our core values are:

Promote Independence - Provide resources that foster independence and autonomy throughout the lifespan.

Empower Communities - Deliver sustainable, relevant solutions that empower communities to act within the best interest of their elders.

Challenge Ageism - Promote new perspectives of aging that challenge the traditional declinist narrative.

Advocate for Excellence - Advocate with and for Ohio’s elders to ensure their voices are heard and their needs are met.

Engage in Innovation - Engage the aging network by staying innovative, flexible, and attentive to the evolving needs of our partners and stakeholders.

To learn more about the Ohio Department of Aging and our programs visit our website.

Travel Statement

Travel is required to facilties an estimated 2-3 days per week for approximately 32 weeks of the year as needed. The selected candidate must be able to provide their own transportation or must have a valid driver's license to operate a state vehicle.

Salary Information

Unless required by legislation or union contract, starting salary will be set at the lowest rate of the salary range. In most cases successful employees will move up a step in the salary range within six months, with subsequent step increases occurring every year as supported by successful performance evaluation results. We also offer cost of living adjustments, longevity supplements after five years of eligible public service, and wellness incentives.

Background Check Information

The final candidate selected for this 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.

Classification\: Policy Staff

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.

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.

About the Division

The Quality Initiatives Division directs and provides technical assistance to those operating long-term care settings. The division tracks quality standard performance for Ohio’s nursing facilities, oversees the Excel Academy, responds to requests for specialized support from operators, and tracks national industry standards and best practices in nursing facilities and assisted living facilities.

About the Role:

The ODA EXCEL Academy Curriculum Developer role will:

Design and develop comprehensive curriculum based on identified needs.

Coordinate with academic partners and/or manage potential curriculum development vendors as needed.

Establish Key Performance Indicators (KPI) to facilitate the measurement of system improvements.

Conduct assessment of training needs to identify knowledge and skill gaps.

Utilize instructional design models to build effective learning modules.

Analyze trends and identify discrepancies across long-term care facilities.

Research best practices and federal standards.

NOTE\: This is a hybrid position and will require 2 days per week in the office at State Office Tower/Rhodes Tower.

For more in-depth job duties, please click here to view the position description.

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.