Hearing Assistant

ADA Notice

If you require an accommodation based on a disability for any step of the selection process, please contact o.gov

Selection Priority Notice OCSEA

Current employees of ODJFS in the OCSEA union have selection rights before all other applicants. Applications from all other candidates will only be considered if an internal OCSEA applicant is not selected for this position.

Background check information

The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Some positions may require drug testing and/or fingerprinting. Criminal convictions do not necessarily disqualify candidates from consideration.

The ideal candidate, at minimum, must have the following:

OPTION 1:

• 6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. in processing benefit claims under appeal.

Option 2:

• 12 mos. trg. or 12 mos. exp. in position involving research, written & oral business communications & public contact.

Option 3:

• Formal education in arithmetic which involved fractions, decimals & percentages; completion of legal secretarial training program offered by technical college or business school.

Option 4:

• Equivalent of minimum class qualifications for employment noted above.

Tips For Your Application

When completing the different sections of this application, clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined in this job posting. We cannot give you credit for your Work Experience and Education & Certifications if you do not provide that information in your online application. Information in attached resumes or cover letters must be entered into your application in the appropriate Work Experience or Education & Certification sections to be considered.

Pay Information

This position is in the State of Ohio’s OCSEA Pay Schedule, Pay Range 27. Starting salary will be the minimum of that pay range (step 1, currently $21.93 per hour) unless required by legislation or union contract. These ranges provide a standardized pathway for pay increases. With continued employment, new hires move to the next step in the range after 4 months and annually thereafter.

Cost of Living Adjustments increase wages in these ranges each fiscal year.

Pay Range 27 shows the following steps:
Step 1 $ 21.93, Step 2 $ 22.60, Step 3 $ 22.96, Step 4 $ 23.56, Step 5 $ 24.16, Step 6 $ 24.86, Step 7 $ 25.77. Annual salaries range from $45,614 to $53,602 depending on step.

Note:

Months of Employment and step progression are as described by the original posting.

Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio provides access, 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. This position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39).

At the State of Ohio, we take care of the team that cares for Ohioans. We offer a variety of benefits to eligible full-time and part-time employees. For a list of benefits, visit the Total Rewards website. Benefits include:

• Medical Coverage
• Free Dental, Vision and Basic Life Insurance premiums after eligibility
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal, sick leave and 11 paid holidays per year
• Childbirth, Adoption, and Foster Care leave
• Education and Development Opportunities
• Public Retirement Systems (OPERS, STRS, SERS, HPRS) and Optional Deferred Compensation (Ohio Deferred Compensation)

* Benefits eligibility is dependent on factors. The Agency Contact listed above can provide specific information.

Who We Are

The Ohio Department of Job and Family Services (ODJFS) supports Ohioans and their families through:

• Cash and Food Assistance
• Employment Services and Workforce Development
• Unemployment Insurance
• Adult Protective Services
• Child Support

Public service is an honorable way to serve the community in a hands-on, dedicated way.

Guiding Principles

• We will be a leader in customer satisfaction.
• We will attract and retain talented, diverse, and dedicated employees.
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