Natural Resources Administrator 3 (Boating Law Administrator) - 20063072

DNR Franklin County (DNRFRA)
2045 Morse Road
ODNR Main
Columbus, 43229

Who we are:

Did you know Ohio operates 76 state parks, manages over 750,000 acres of diverse wildlife land and more than 2 million acres of water? That’s just the tip of the iceberg of what we do at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) as we seek to ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all!

Across our 12 divisions and support services, we employ office staff, law enforcement officers, geologists, biologists, engineers, attorneys, communicators, managers, and so much more. Whatever your passion, we likely have a position to fit it and pathways for advancement!

Working at ODNR is a special experience. Our employees are afforded opportunities to participate in public events at parks, nature preserves, wildlife areas, and annually at the Natural Resources Park at the Ohio State Fair! Our central office campus at Fountain Square is like an oasis on Morse Road with private, secured, free onsite parking, wildlife, a walking path, and natural areas including a small prairie and wetland. We routinely have Lunch and Learn events at our Assembly Center which are streamed on Teams Live as are monthly updates with our Director.

Who we are:

Did you know Ohio operates 76 state parks, manages over 750,000 acres of diverse wildlife land and more than 2 million acres of water? That’s just the tip of the iceberg of what we do at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) as we seek to ensure a balance between wise use and protection of our natural resources for the benefit of all!

Across our 12 divisions and support services, we employ office staff, law enforcement officers, geologists, biologists, engineers, attorneys, communicators, managers, and so much more. Whatever your passion, we likely have a position to fit it and pathways for advancement!

Working at ODNR is a special experience. Our employees are afforded opportunities to participate in public events at parks, nature preserves, wildlife areas, and annually at the Natural Resources Park at the Ohio State Fair! Our central office campus at Fountain Square is like an oasis on Morse Road with private, secured, free onsite parking, wildlife, a walking path, and natural areas including a small prairie and wetland. We routinely have Lunch and Learn events at our Assembly Center which are streamed on Teams Live as are monthly updates with our Director.

What we need:

We are seeking energetic, passionate people who enjoy the outdoors and want to play a key role for the position of Natural Resources Administrator 3 (Boating Law Administrator) within the Division of Parks & Watercraft, headquartered in Franklin County. The address is 2045 Morse Road, Columbus, OH 43229. To learn more about the Division of Parks & Watercraft, please visit Ohio State Parks & Watercraft | Ohio Department of Natural Resources.

What you will do…

• Leads Ohio’s Boating Law Administration and manages U.S. Coast Guard grant requirements, reporting, research, and technical support.
• Develops and oversees statewide boating safety programs, policies, education, enforcement priorities, and district coordination.
• Manages the Waterways Safety Council, including meetings, communications, records, and website updates.
• Oversees Marine Patrol, Boating Education, and Equipment Loan grant programs, including applications, funding, training, and reporting.
• Handles public relations, media coordination, stakeholder engagement, interagency meetings, and guidance on boating safety operations.
• Starting hourly pay $40.40/hr. with multiple pay increases over your first 6.5 years of service, with an end salary of $57.67/hr.

• There may also be cost of living adjustments (COLA) applied. Longevity pay supplements begin after five (5) years of state service. For more details, refer to the E1 Exempt pay range schedule & longevity rates Exempt Employees E1 | Department of Administrative Services.

  UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Requires travel.

What we need:

We are seeking energetic, passionate people who enjoy the outdoors and want to play a key role for the position of Natural Resources Administrator 3 (Boating Law Administrator) within the Division of Parks & Watercraft, headquartered in Franklin County. The address is 2045 Morse Road, Columbus, OH 43229. To learn more about the Division of Parks & Watercraft, please visit Ohio State Parks & Watercraft | Ohio Department of Natural Resources.

What you will do…

• Leads Ohio’s Boating Law Administration and manages U.S. Coast Guard grant requirements, reporting, research, and technical support.
• Develops and oversees statewide boating safety programs, policies, education, enforcement priorities, and district coordination.
• Manages the Waterways Safety Council, including meetings, communications, records, and website updates.
• Oversees Marine Patrol, Boating Education, and Equipment Loan grant programs, including applications, funding, training, and reporting.
• Handles public relations, media coordination, stakeholder engagement, interagency meetings, and guidance on boating safety operations.
• Starting hourly pay $40.40/hr. with multiple pay increases over your first 6.5 years of service, with an end salary of $57.67/hr.

• There may also be cost of living adjustments (COLA) applied. Longevity pay supplements begin after five (5) years of state service. For more details, refer to the E1 Exempt pay range schedule & longevity rates Exempt Employees E1 | Department of Administrative Services.

  UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Requires travel.

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)