The Franklin County Board of Developmental Disabilities is an excellent place to work. The staff is a highly dedicated and specially trained group of people representing many professions. Many staff must meet certification or registration standards set by the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities and/or the Ohio Department of Education. Each professional also meets standards in his/her own particular field.

Most staff, including instructors, assistants, bus drivers, therapists, and others, provide direct services to children and adults who have mental retardation or other developmental disabilities. Employees are members of the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) or the State Teachers Retirement System (STRS). In addition to an excellent retirement program, benefits include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, a prescription drug benefit, day care subsidies, fee waivers and other benefits associated with public service. Background checks and drug testing are required for employment.

If one is interested in becoming a staff member of the Franklin County Board of Developmental Disabilities, he/she can check for job openings and apply at 2879 Johnstown Road, Columbus, Ohio 43219. Or, to view current job postings and apply online click here.

The Board does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, creed, sex, national origin, age or handicap.

To print a job application, click the link below. Or you can call the office at (614)475-6440 and request that an application be mailed to you.

Job Application

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