The Administrator of the Office of Adult Workforce Pathways provides statewide leadership, policy development, and program oversight for adult education initiatives, including adult diploma and equivalency programs, high school equivalency credentials, and adult workforce-aligned education services. The Administrator ensures programs align with state and federal law, industry workforce needs, and Ohio’s strategic vision for preparing all learners for postsecondary success and meaningful employment.
Serves as an unclassified employee pursuant to O.R.C. Section 3301.13 and performs the following educational and/or research duties:
Under the direction of the Deputy Director, Division of Career and Technical Education and Workforce, serves as the Administrator for the Office of Adult Workforce Pathways:
Develops and implements policies that support state and federal legislation (e.g., Adult Workforce Diploma Program, AEFLA, WIOA);
Supports the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Integrated Education and Training (IET), Integrated English Literacy and Civics Education (IELCE), and other adult career pathway models to strengthen alignment with workforce needs and promote meaningful advancement opportunities for adult learners.
Provides strategic leadership and oversight for state and federal adult education grant administration, ensuring compliance, accountability, and effective management of grant funded programs while supporting and guiding the team responsible for day‑to‑day grant operations.
Promotes high-quality adult education (e.g., how students are trained, service delivery, professional development of staff);
Oversees the budget and staffing for the office:
Provides leadership, direction, and supervision of professional staff, including assignment of work, evaluation, leave approval, and development of professional growth opportunities;
Serves as a liaison with industry to bring stakeholders together so career pathways are aligned with industry needs and national trends:
Develops and maintains partnerships with employers, workforce development agencies, higher education institutions, Ohio Technical Centers, and other key organizations;
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:
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Completion of Master’s degree;
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5 years of supervisory/management experience
Preferred Qualifications:
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Proven field experience with adult or workforce programming;
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Vast knowledge of and experience working with adult learners;
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Experience developing and implementing policy;
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Master’s degree (e.g., Education, Education Administration & Supervision, Educational Policy and Leadership, Adult/Workforce Education);
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Strong organizational skills with demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex roles and responsibilities;
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Excellent communication, interpersonal, and team-building skills;
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Systems thinker with creativity and strong problem-solving skills.
Supplemental Information
The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check as well as other investigative reviews. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position, unless restricted under state or federal law or federal restrictions. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.
The final applicant for this position will be required to submit urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to an appointment. The State will decline to extend a final offer of employment to any applicant with a verified positive test result. Also, an applicant with a positive test result will not be considered for any position with the State of Ohio for a period of one year.
The Ohio Department of Education and Workforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that values diversity and seeks talented individuals from diverse backgrounds. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected class. Questions or concerns about this should be directed to the Office of Human Resources ([email protected]).
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.
