Staff & Employment

Maumee Valley Planning Organization's (MVPO) talented, innovative, and creative team of planners and administrators is one of the many reasons the organization is recognized as a state leader in community and economic development. We are committed to community improvement and growth. Our strong values support our dedication to a safe and welcoming environment for all employees.

Maumee Valley Planning Organization is a premier planning establishment serving a five (5) County region and supporting more than fifty (50) regional planning programs.

MVPO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with United States Equal Employment Opportunity guidelines and the Americans with Disabilities Act, MVPO provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. MVPO is a Drug Free & Tobacco Free Workplace.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

HOUSING REHABILITATION TECHNICIAN

Maumee Valley Planning Organization is seeking a full-time Housing Rehabilitation Technician to assist in implementing federally funded housing rehabilitation programs. Duties include inspecting single family dwellings to determine property eligibility, developing specifications to rehabilitate and improve owner-occupied and rental properties, working with homeowners and contractors, following a competitive bidding process, signing contracts with homeowners and contractors and ensuring that all goals of the program are met. This job will be a mix of office and field work with projects located in Defiance, Fulton, Henry, Paulding and Williams Counties. Company vehicle provided. This is a challenging and rewarding position working with homeowners, contractors and working in a team environment.

The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, have strong communication and construction management skills, be familiar with Excel spreadsheets and grant compliance. Construction Management degree and/or experience in the construction or related field preferred. Must possess Lead Abatement Contractor and/or Lead Abatement Assessor licenses OR be willing to acquire within the first year, with training provided. Must have a valid driver’s license. Physical mobility, including walking up and down stairs, using ladders, etc., and occasional lifting are required.

Benefits include health insurance, OPERS retirement, sick/vacation time, life insurance and more as offered by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners. The pay range for this position will be commensurate with qualifications and experience - $36,000 - $60,000 annually.

If interested, submit a resume and three professional references, along with a cover letter to:

Maumee Valley Planning Organization

1300 East Second Street, Suite 200

Defiance, OH 43512

Fax: (419) 784-2061

Email: mvpo@mvpo.org

Application deadline is 4:30 p.m. on Friday, March 21, 2025.