Neighborhoods Program Specialist (Vacancy) Print (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/columbusoh/jobs/newprint/5226984) Apply  Neighborhoods Program Specialist (Vacancy) Salary $37.02 - $55.52 Hourly Location Varies by position Job Type Full-time Alternate Incumbent Limitation Job Number 26-0799-V1 Department 48 Department of Neighborhoods Division Neighborhoods Opening Date 02/09/2026 Closing Date 2/27/2026 11:59 PM Eastern + Description + Benefits + Questions Definition The City of Columbus is seeking a Neighborhoods Program Specialist to support neighborhood advocacy and anti-discrimination efforts. This position works with residents, community organizations, and City partners to address neighborhood concerns, investigate discrimination complaints, and help implement programs and policies that improve quality of life across Columbus. This position is a limited employment position to an alternate incumbent through October 25, 2026. Under general direction, is responsible for administering programming that pertains to neighborhood advocacy and/or anti-discrimination; performs related duties as required. Examples of Work (Any one position may not include all of the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all of the duties that may be performed.) Makes presentations to council, administration, community groups, and civic organizations; maintains relationships with community action and support groups; Provides advocacy and technical assistance to residents on various neighborhood issues; Coordinates the exchange of information among citizens, neighborhood organizations, area commissions, and City staff; Coordinates the investment of City resources in various City neighborhoods; Consults with City staff, state officials, and representatives of private industry about the needs of Columbus neighborhoods and to best determine how to meet these needs; Seeks to identify emerging issues while working proactively to improve the quality of life in City neighborhoods; Provides guidance in the interpretation of applicable laws and implementation and monitoring of programs; Investigates allegations of discrimination within the boundaries of the City of Columbus; prepares recommendations regarding probable cause; Develops Citywide policies and procedures with regards to anti-discrimination laws and regulations; Develops key metrics to evaluate the progress of programs, prepares and submits periodic reporting and deliverables; Researches and interprets anti-discrimination regulations and provides guidelines to the administration, employees, and the public regarding the impact on organizational and business practices; Identifies and designs training programs on applicable laws; advises and counsels management, employees, and the public on anti-discrimination related areas; Prepares documents and position papers; utilizes computer tracking system to monitor discrimination cases. Minimum Qualifications Possession of a bachelor's degree and three (3) years of professional experience in equal opportunity, public administration, planning, community relations, employment law, or a closely related field. Substitution(s): A master's degree in a related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required experience. A doctoral or law degree may be substituted for two (2) years of the required experience. Test/Job Contact Information Recruitment #: 26-0799-V1 Employment Type: Full-time Alternate Incumbent Limitation Should you have questions regarding this vacancy, please contact: Sabah Al Department of Neighborhoods 1410 Cleveland Avenue Columbus, Ohio 43211 P: (614) 645- 2037 E: saal@columbus.gov The City of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Columbus seeks to promote compensation strategies that maximize the recruitment, performance, development, and retention of quality employees in support of the City's Covenant and strategic plan. In addition to a competitive pay plan, the City offers a comprehensive benefits program that includes the following: + Medical + Dental + Vision + Short-term Disability + Life Insurance + Wellness Program + Tuition Reimbursement Specifics about these benefit opportunities and eligibility can be discussed with one of the City's human resources professionals at the time of your interview or by contacting the Department of Human Resources, Labor Relations Office at (614)645-7206 for further information. 01 Have you included all of your relevant work experience (previous and current)? Resumes will not be accepted as a substitute for completing the application. + Yes + No 02 Have you reviewed the Minimum Qualifications for the job that you are applying to ensure that you meet specified requirements? + Yes + No 03 Have you attached the documents that provide proof of your license, education (post high school), and/or professional or state certification as you have referenced in your applicant profile? Such documents may include a photocopy or scan of your driver's license, bachelor's/master's degree or transcript of completed coursework. + Yes + No Required Question Employer City of Columbus Address 77 N. Front Street, Suite 330 Columbus, Ohio, 43215 Phone (614) 645-8301 Website https://new.columbus.gov/Government/Departments/Civil-Service-Commission Apply Please verify your email addressVerify Email