DEFIANCE COUNTY EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

· Good Samaritan School/Board of Developmental Disabilities – School Bus Driver

· Defiance County Victims Assistance – Full-Time Victim Advocate

· Defiance County Victims Assistance – Part-Time Office Assistant (Victims Services Support)

· Defiance County Maintenance – Second Shift Custodian

Good Samaritan School – 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 by Tuesday, March 31, 2026. To see full job description please visit our website at https://www.defiancedd.org/employment-opportunities/

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Defiance County Victims Assistance: Full-Time Victim Advocate

Defiance County Victims Assistance is accepting applications for a Full-Time Victim Advocate to provide trauma-informed support and advocacy services to victims/survivors of crime. This position works closely with community partners including law enforcement, prosecutors, courts, and service providers.

Pay: Starting between $18-$20 (depending on experience and qualification) Non-Exempt/Hourly
Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week); some evening/weekend availability and on-call rotation as assigned
Location: Defiance County (office-based with local travel for court/hospital/community response)

Key Responsibilities

Provide crisis intervention, emotional support, and advocacy services
Complete trauma-informed intakes, needs assessments, and safety planning
Explain victim rights and assist clients in navigating the criminal justice process
Provide court accompaniment and coordination with justice system partners
Maintain accurate, confidential case documentation and required grant data
Participate in trainings, meetings, and outreach activities as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma/GED required; college coursework/degree in human services, criminal justice, social work, or related field preferred
Experience in advocacy, crisis response, social services, or related work preferred
Strong communication, documentation, and computer skills
Ability to maintain confidentiality and professional boundaries
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record

How to Apply

Submit the following:

Resume
Cover Letter
Three professional references

Applications will be reviewed as received until the position is filled.

Send materials to: mwhite@defiancecoprosecutor.com
Questions: 419-782-0911

Defiance County Victims Assistance: Part-Time Office Assistant (Victim Services Support) — 24 Hours/Week

Defiance County Victims Assistance is accepting applications for a Part-Time Office Assistant (Victim Services Support) to provide front office and administrative support to advocates and program leadership. This position is the first point of contact for many clients and helps ensure a welcoming, confidential, and trauma-informed experience.

Pay: Starting between $18-$20 (depending on experience and qualification) Non-Exempt/Hourly

Schedule: Part-time, 24 hours/week (set schedule with some flexibility)
Location: Defiance County Victims Assistance Office

Key Responsibilities

Answer phones, greet guests, and provide trauma-informed front desk support
Assist with paperwork, file management, scanning, and confidential recordkeeping
Support new victim intake processes (initial information gathering and scheduling)
Assist with basic finance processes (tracking receipts/invoices, documentation packets)
Support grant reporting (data entry, compiling documentation, mileage/phone/training logs)
Coordinate calendars, correspondence, mailings, supplies, and routine office needs

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma/GED required
1+ year experience in office support, reception, or administrative work preferred
Strong organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage confidential information
Computer proficiency (email, Word/Excel or similar); ability to learn agency systems
Professional communication skills and ability to work with individuals in crisis

How to Apply

Submit the following:

Resume
Cover Letter
Three professional references

Applications will be reviewed as received until the position is filled.

Send materials to: mwhite@defiancecoprosecutor.com
Questions: 419-782-0911

Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

Defiance County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, veteran status, ancestry, or any other legally protected status.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of any required background checks and other pre-employment requirements as applicable.

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Defiance County Maintenance – Second Shift Custodian

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 Friday, March 27, 2026. Submit completed application and resume to:

Emily Meyer, HR Coordinator

c/o Defiance County Commissioners

25600 Elliott Road

Defiance, OH 43512

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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