Mental Health Administrator 6

Who We Are At the Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH), we strive to exemplify The Heart of Hope for individuals and families affected by mental health and substance use disorders. We proudly employ over 2,800 dedicated employees across our six inpatient behavioral health hospitals, Ohio Pharmacy Services, Ohio’s prison systems, and the central office located in the James A. Rhodes State Office Tower in Columbus, Ohio. DBH Values: Service-Oriented (Person Centered, Solution Oriented, Customer Service Focused) Collaborative (Approachable, Reasonable, Transparent) Value Driven Innovative (Yes Before No) Strong Sense of Urgency Our team of highly qualified professionals advances a critical system of behavioral healthcare in Ohio that helps people be well, get well, and stay well. Join our collaborative, service-oriented environment, where you will be respected and valued. The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is proud to be an Ohio Recovery Friendly Workplace, committed to supporting the health and well-being of all employees, including those in recovery. We foster an inclusive, stigma-free environment where individuals impacted by mental health and substance use challenges are valued, supported, and empowered to thrive. Our workplace culture promotes wellness, second-chance hiring, and recovery-informed policies that reflect our mission to serve Ohioans with compassion and respect, both in the community and within our own team. What You'll Do The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health (DBH) is seeking an experienced, visionary leader to serve as the Chief of Ohio Pharmacy Services (OPS) . This executive‑level role oversees all statewide pharmacy operations, including inpatient, outpatient, and wholesale distribution services, and ensures that OPS fulfills its mission to support Ohio’s behavioral health system, correctional institutions, youth services, and community partners. This is a high‑impact leadership position responsible for strategic direction, regulatory compliance, operational excellence, and the advancement of pharmaceutical services across multiple state agencies. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Leadership Statewide Oversight Lead all pharmacy and administrative operations for OPS, including Inpatient Pharmacy, Outpatient Pharmacy, and the OPS wholesale distribution warehouse. Direct statewide planning, development, and marketing of OPS services in alignment with Ohio Revised Code 5119.44 and the Department’s strategic priorities. Oversee pharmaceutical distribution and services provided to: Pharmaceutical Contracting Supply Chain Management Develop and manage the State of Ohio’s pharmaceutical contract portfolio. Implement purchasing and distribution strategies that ensure cost‑effective, compliant, and uninterrupted access to medications statewide. Operational Excellence Regulatory Compliance Ensure all OPS operations meet federal and state laws governing pharmacy practice, drug distribution, controlled substances, and pharmaceutical recordkeeping. Establish and maintain policies, procedures, and quality standards for inpatient, outpatient, and distribution operations. Team Leadership Administrative Management Supervise managers of Central Pharmacy Inpatient (CPI), Central Pharmacy Outpatient (CPO), the Pharmacy Service Center (PSC), and all other operations of OPS. Oversee budget development, payroll, accounts receivable/payable, and financial performance. Review forecasting, cost analyses, financial statements, and cash‑flow reports. Lead hiring, performance evaluations, leave approvals, and organizational structure recommendations. Clinical Pharmacy Services Collaboration Collaborate with state agency partners to provide clinical leadership for pharmaceutical services Collaborate with physicians and healthcare teams to promote optimal patient outcomes. Communication, Reporting Representation Prepare and review medical, administrative, and operational reports. Represent DBH at meetings, conferences, and stakeholder engagements. Respond to inquiries from clinicians, public officials, and the general public. Perform additional duties as assigned by the Deputy Director. This is an hourly position and is exempt from the bargaining units , with a pay range of 16 on the E1 Exempt Pay Range Schedule . Normal working hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm (Flexible Schedule). Unless required by any applicable union contract and/or requirements of the Ohio Revised Code, the selected candidate will begin at Step 1 of the pay range schedule listed above, with an opportunity for pay increase after six months of satisfactory performance and then a yearly raise thereafter. Additional Information U nclassified per ORC 124.11 (A)(9) Required Educational Transcripts Official transcripts are required for all post-secondary education, coursework, or degrees listed on the application. Applicants must submit an official transcript before receiving a formal employment offer. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) business days of the request will result in disqualification from further consideration. Transcripts printed from the institution’s website will not be accepted. The Ohio Department of Behavioral Health reserves the right to evaluate the academic validity of the degree-granting institution. Application Procedures To be considered for this position, you must apply online through this posting website (careers.ohio.gov). We no longer accept paper applications. When completing your online Ohio Civil Service Application, be sure to clearly describe how you meet the minimum qualifications outlined on this job posting. We will not give credit for your qualifications, experience, education, and training in the job selection process if there is no evidence provided on your application. In addition, “see resume” is not a substitution for completing supplemental questions. Answers to the supplemental questions must be fully supported by the work experience/education sections of your application. You may check the status of your application by signing into your profile on this website (careers.ohio.gov). We will communicate with you through the email you provided in your profile and job application. Be sure to check your email regularly. Background Check Notice 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. Rule 5122-7-21, “Background check on applicants,” outlines disqualifying offenses that will preclude an applicant from being employed by the Department of Behavioral Health. All final applicants tentatively selected for this class will be required to submit to urinalysis to test for illegal drug use prior to appointments. An applicant with a positive test shall not be offered employment If you require a reasonable accommodation for the application process, assessment /or interview, please contact Andrew Seifert, EEO/ADA Administrator at andrew.seifert@dbh.ohio.gov or 614-466-8884.