Program Administrator 20028205

What You’ll Do:

• The Correctional Food Service Contract Monitor (CFSCM) will act as the liaison between the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction and the contract vendor
• Oversees and analyzes the performance of the contract vendor as it pertains to all aspects of the contract
• Administers the department’s contract compliance program in accordance with ODRC policies and procedures
• Works on a rotating basis from the designated regional office and travels to each of the department’s facilities that provide food services as assigned region
• Ensures the existing contract, including all amendments, are being followed
• Acts for Administrator by interacting with the vendor while monitoring their compliance with the American Correctional Association (ACA)
• Maintains records involving the contract vendor’s compliance with all contract requirements
• Develop reports and recommendations for ODRC regarding contract compliance and non-compliance
• Monitors contract vendor’s ability to comply with established time frames and meeting deadlines for correcting noncompliance
• Inspects all areas of the food service operations monthly with emphasis on sanitation, fire and safety, security, food quality, food production, menu compliance, security and of-fender programming
• Reviews weekly reports from contract vendor and takes necessary steps to resolve any deficiencies
• Prepares monthly food service reports including quarterly quality assurance reports
• Reports on any health and safety hazards
• Monitors vacancies as applicable to ensure proper staffing levels
• Serves as liaison with other state agencies
• Establishes positive working relationships
• Attends meetings, training and conferences on behalf of Administrator to stay current and remain on the cutting edge of food service operations
• Benchmarks with other prison systems to assure consistent efficient food service operations

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.

Application Procedures:
In order to be considered for this position, you must apply on-line through this posting website. (We no longer accept paper applications.)

• When completing your on-line Ohio Civil Service Application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting.
• We cannot give you credit for your qualifications, experience, education and training in the job selection process if you do not provide it in your on-line application.
• You can check the status of your application by signing into your profile on this website.
• We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application. Be sure to check your email often.

If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process, please contact the Human Resources Office so proper arrangements can be made. Otherwise, you will be given specific instructions on requesting an accommodation if you are invited to an assessment and/or interview.

The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is a tobacco-free workplace.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing:
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.

Pre-Employment Background Investigation:
The final applicant selected for the position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. An individual assessment of an applicant’s prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
The Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction is prohibited from hiring:

• Individuals under a federal or state weapons disability if the position requires firearms certification/recertification and use;
• Individuals who have engaged in sexual abuse in a prison or other confinement facility; have been civilly or administratively adjudicated, or convicted of engaging or attempting to engage in sexual activity in the community facilitated by force, implied threats of force, or if the victim did not or was unable to consent;
  
• Individuals convicted of soliciting or providing support for an act of terrorism, terrorism, or money laundering to support terrorism;
  
• Individuals who have been convicted of or pled guilty to a felony where a direct correlation exists between the position and prior criminal behavior.

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.

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.