DEFIANCE COUNTY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Defiance County Commissioners – Job and Family Services Social Services Worker II

The Board of Commissioners of Defiance County, Ohio, is accepting applications for the position of Social Services Worker II. This position is a full-time, 36-hour position; Monday – Thursday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. and Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Full-time employees are entitled to paid holidays, eligible for County health insurance, and earn vacation time. All County employees are participants in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS).

The primary duties for this position include investigating and assessing families in which allegations of abuse and neglect of children have been reported; conduct individual interviews, make collateral contacts, and collect social histories to complete various assessments. These assessments include but are not limited to, safety assessments of immediate risk of harm, family risk assessments and ongoing case assessments.

This position also provides other services such as referrals for further assessments and other community services to help assist in reducing the risk of harm to children and their families. Removing children who have been abused and or neglected or at imminent risk of abuse and or neglect if arrangements cannot be made to have them remain safely in their own homes. Maintain a caseload of families in need of services (e.g. prevention, early intervention, ongoing cases, foster care and adoption). Services to be provided may include case planning, referral, counseling, case management, advocating, parent education, participation in multi-disciplinary teams, out of home placement and care, working with various community agencies, visitation, reunification, evaluation and case closure.

The candidate must meet procedural deadlines governing the management of social services cases set by the State of Ohio and ensure that this documentation is complete, accurate, and timely. This position serves as on-call social service worker (e.g. on weekends, holidays and after business hours).

Other duties include preparing assigned cases for administrative or judicial procedures as required; participating in legal actions and testifies in court; performing Day Care licensing duties; working with law enforcement to process cases as needed; plans, develops and/or implements comprehensive agency service programs (e.g. drug abuse, prevention, elder care, homemaker skills, social skills, anger management, and hospital after care programs).

The ideal candidate must possess a bachelor’s degree in social services, criminal justice or other related fields. Must have possession of a valid Ohio driver’s license and an acceptable driving record. Pay range for this position is $21.01 - $33.28 per hour.

Application forms are available at the Commissioners’ Office, 25600 Elliott Road, Defiance, OH from 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday – Friday and at www.defiance-county.com. Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. Submit completed application and resume to:

Sherry Carnahan, County Administrator

c/o Defiance County Commissioners

25600 Elliott Road

Defiance, OH 43512

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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Custodial Worker – Second Shift

The Board of Commissioners of Defiance County, Ohio, is accepting applications for the position of Second Shift Custodial Worker. This position is a full-time position; Monday – Thursday 3:00 p.m. – 11:30 p.m., Friday 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Full-time employees are entitled to paid holidays, eligible for County health insurance, and earn vacation time. All County employees are participants in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS).

The primary objective of this position, under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor, is to perform routine cleaning of County facilities. Other duties include, but not limited to, grounds maintenance (mowing, trimming, light landscaping), snow removal, and painting. Must be able to use equipment to accomplish the above duties and lift up to 25 pounds regularly, occasionally more as requested and be able to apply force to move objects. Must have possession of a valid Ohio driver’s license and an acceptable driving record. Starting pay is $16.50 per hour.

Application forms are available at the Commissioners’ Office, 25600 Elliott Road, Defiance, OH from 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Monday – Friday and at www.defiance-county.com. Applications will be accepted until 4:00 p.m. on Monday, August 10, 2026. Submit completed application and resume to:

Sherry Carnahan

c/o Defiance County Commissioners

25600 Elliott Road

Defiance, OH 43512

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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CLASSROOM AIDE:

Good Samaritan School/Defiance County Board of Developmental Disabilities is accepting applications for a Teacher's Aide. Job duties will include: Assisting in implementing lessons and/or behavior programs consistent with the objectives of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) under the direction of the Teacher

To apply please email resume to lzartman@defiancedd.org. To see full job description please visit our website at https://www.defiancedd.org/employment-opportunities/

Expiration Date: August 15, 2026

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CUSTODIAN/MAINTENANCE:

Good Samaritan School/Defiance County Board of Developmental Disabilities is accepting applications for a Custodian/Maintenance position. Job duties will include: custodial duties involved in maintaining a clean building. Duties include, but not limited to, scrubbing, mopping, waxing, and polishing floors; cleaning windows, fixtures, walls, toilets, restrooms, drinking fountains and furniture; snow removal and mowing lawn

To apply please email resume to lzartman@defiancedd.org. To see full job description please visit our website at https://www.defiancedd.org/employment-opportunities/

Expiration Date: August 15, 2026

SCHOOL BUS DRIVER:

Good Samaritan School/Defiance County Board of Developmental Disabilities is accepting applications for a School Bus Driver. Job duties will include: School Bus operation for morning and after-school routes, following IEP guidelines for students, and overall safety, control and order at all times while driving the bus.

To apply please email resume to lzartman@defiancedd.org. To see full job description please visit our website at https://www.defiancedd.org/employment-opportunities/

Expiration Date: August 15, 2026

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CASEWORKER - SERVICE AND SUPPORT ADMINISTRATOR:

Good Samaritan School/Defiance County Board of Developmental Disabilities is accepting applications for a Service and Support Administrator (SSA - Caseworker). Job duties will include: Serving as a primary point of contact for any individual receiving services, assessment of individual needs, determining eligibility for services, and budgeting for individual services.

To apply please email resume to lzartman@defiancedd.org. To see full job description please visit our website at https://www.defiancedd.org/employment-opportunities/

Expiration Date: August 15, 2026

JOB OPPORTUNITY

DEFIANCE COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS

The Defiance County Board of Elections is accepting applications for a Republican Part Time Clerk. This part-time position (average 21 hours per week and available for more during elections) enters data into the voter registration database, assists in preparation of election equipment and supplies for Election Day, creates forms, will assist voters as needed and other general office duties. Candidate must be organized, detail oriented, have basic computer skills, able to lift 35 pounds and must possess the ability to work as part of a bi-partisan team.

Interested parties should submit a cover letter describing how qualifications meet the requirements for the position and a current resume to defiance@ohiosos.gov or return it to

Defiance County Board of Elections 1300 E Second St. Ste. 103 Defiance Ohio 43512

Position will be posted until filled.

Defiance County Engineer/Highway Garage – CHAMP I

POSITION TITLE: County Highway and Maintenance Person I (CHAMP I)

CIVIL SERVICE STATUS: Classified (Bargaining Unit)

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

JOB OBJECTIVES: Under the general supervision of the Operations Deputy or Assistant, perform labor tasks for the maintenance, construction and repair of county roads, bridges and culverts using hand tools to heavy equipment.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

High school diploma or equivalent

An acceptable driving record with ability to obtain a State of Ohio Class A CDL.

Relevant experience in general roadway maintenance and/or experience in the operation of medium to heavy duty trucks is a plus.

Overtime may be required and is a condition of continued employment.

A telephone for call out is required.

Pre-Employment drug screen required.

Applications available at the Engineer’s Office, Monday – Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm,

or on our website http://defiance-county.com/engineer/.

Applications will be accepted until this position is filled. Please send application and resume to:

Defiance County Engineer’s Office

510 Court Street, Suite 201

Defiance, OH 43512

Or emailed to engineer@defiancecounty.oh.gov.

No telephone inquiries please.

An Equal Opportunity Employer