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Organization: Commerce
Agency Contact Name and Information: Molly Williams at molly.williams@com.ohio.gov OR 614-995-7009
Work Location:
6606 Tussing Road Columbus, Ohio, 43068 United States
Compensation: $44.38-$63.41
Schedule: Permanent - Full Time
Work Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Classified Indicator: Classified
Union: Exempt from union
Primary Job Skill: Architecture
Who We Are
The Mission of the Ohio Department of Commerce is promoting prosperity by protecting what matters most. As the state’s chief regulator, the Department of Commerce impacts Ohioans every day. We are motivated by our mission to promote prosperity for businesses and licensees by protecting what matters most to the residents of our state. We ensure compliance through proactive outreach, education, and customer-focused service. Commerce is comprised of nine operating divisions and one standalone program that span a variety of industries including real estate, liquor, banking, securities, firefighting, construction and skilled trades, and cannabis. Through exceptional compliance practices and oversight, Commerce has a direct role in protecting Ohioans. Our Guiding Principles
Making an IMPACT for the customer:
- Inclusive
- Motivated
- Proactive
- Accountable
- Customer-Focused
- Teamwork
What You'll Do The Division of Industrial Compliance and its associated boards ensure Ohioans are safe in public buildings such as businesses, educational institutions and municipal buildings. This includes drafting and applying the Ohio Building Code; conducting appeal hearings; issuing variances to code requirements; licensing commercial contractors; inspecting boilers, elevators and bedding; and regulating ski tramways. The division has responsibility for portions of the Manufactured Homes Program, and licenses installers and parks. The division also oversees Ohio’s minimum wage, prevailing wage and minor labor law programs.
- Acts as Construction codes Certification Engineer or Code & Certification Construction Architect to assist the Board of Building Standards (BBS) in promulgating construction codes for State of Ohio.
- Reviews & evaluates existing & proposed nationally developed construction codes & standards for possible incorporation & adoption into Ohio's administrative rules.
- Drafts proposed new & amended administrative rules affecting Ohio Building Code, Ohio Plumbing Code, Ohio Mechanical Code, Ohio Elevator Code, Ohio Pressure Piping rules, Ohio Boiler & Unfired Pressure Vessel Rules & other Ohio codes & standards.
- Provides statewide training programs for building departments, building officials, building inspectors & plans examiners.
- Writes reports & offers technical assistance to Executive Secretary.
- Researches & responds to code inquiries from other state departments, administrative agencies, legislators, professional, public & private interest groups and individuals.
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Why Work for the State of Ohio:
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: Position as Construction Codes Certification Engineer requires Ohio Certificate of Registration as Professional Engineer, per Section 4733.02 of Revised Code 5 yrs. exp. as registered professional engineer. Position as Code & Certification Construction Architect requires Ohio Certificate to practice architecture, per Section 4703.06 of Revised Code 5 yrs. exp. as licensed architect.
Job Skills: Architecture
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.