Levin Careers

The career listings below provide students and alumni with access to information that comes into the Levin College of Public Affairs and Education. CSU students are encouraged to use Handshake, through the University's Office of Career Services.

Levin College occasionally receives job announcements which may be of interest to our students and graduates. As announcements are received, they will be posted below. Job announcements are also posted on our LinkedIn page (except for job postings for the Levin School of Public Affairs which are posted on the School's LinkedIn page). For more information about a particular position, please contact the associated organization directly. 

All jobs are posted for informational purposes only and at the discretion of Levin College. Postings may be denied or removed without notice. Levin makes no guarantee as to the completeness / correctness of the information listed below. We cannot guarantee the reliability or character of the listing from an employer. We cannot be responsible for potential disputes or contractual difficulties. We strongly advise applicants to research and screen potential employers carefully.

Employers: Have a job posting to add? Please send it to Sharon Bliss at s.bliss@csuohio.edu.

Also see our External Scholarships and Opportunities listings.


Levin College Job Opportunity Listings

Posting Date: 2/23/26
Company/Organization: The Fowler Center
Position: Respite Camp Counselor (Part Time Seasonal Job)

The Respite Counselor is part of TFC’s respite weekends and day camp programs during the fall, winter, and spring seasons where we provide accessible outdoor experiences such as horseback riding, sports, challenge education, creative arts, picnics, water activities, and gardening. The Respite Counselor position will supervise and assist campers (adults and youth) with disabilities in daily personal care (includes showering, toileting, feeding, dressing, etc.) while encouraging participation in daily recreational activities. 

Application Deadline: N/A

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Posting Date: 2/24/26
Position: Community Services Connections Coordinator
Company/Organization: The City of Shaker Heights
School / Department: Sociology / Urban Affairs

Performs intermediate professional work planning, coordinating, and overseeing the delivery of social service programs and referrals to partnering agencies. Serves as a liaison between the City, residents, community stakeholders, and nonprofit organizations. Maintains records and files for the outreach initiative and related administrative work as assigned. Work is performed under the general direction of the Chief Culture and Engagement Officer.

Application Deadline: N/A

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Posting Date: 2/24/26
Position: Business Incentives Analyst
Company/Organization: Ohio Department of Development
School / Department: Urban Affairs

Preservation Forward! The Office of Tax Incentives within the Ohio Department of Development is presently hiring for a Business Incentives Analyst to assist administering the Ohio Historical Preservation Tax Credit Program and other related tax incentive programs.

Responsibilities:

  • Administer and oversee tax credit programs to ensure compliance with legislation, regulations, and program guidelines.
  • Review and analyze complex tax incentive applications and compliance materials at first and second levels.
  • Provide technical assistance and customer service to tax credit recipients, applicants, and inter-agency staff.
  • Generate, troubleshoot, and monitor application materials and processes; ensure accurate routing and compliance in Salesforce.
  • Maintain comprehensive electronic records and prepare reports on tax credit awards and awardee performance.
  • Work independently and with teams on special projects within the Office of Tax Incentives and Strategic Investments Division.

Application Deadline: N/A

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Posting Date: 2/23/26
Position: Digital Specialist and Assistant Media Buyer
Company/Organization: Burges & Burges Strategists
School / Department: Communication

We are seeking a motivated Digital Strategist & Assistant Media Buyer to support social media strategy, content execution, and paid media coordination for political campaigns, issue advocacy, and public affairs clients. We will offer training and shadowing.

This hybrid role blends persuasive digital communications with hands-on execution within ad platforms and campaign analytics. It’s ideal for an early-career professional eager to grow in a dynamic political strategy environment. Benefits provided.

Application Deadline: N/A

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Posting Date: 2/18/26
Position: Senior Policy Research Analyst
Company/Organization: City of Cleveland 
School / Department: Criminology / Sociology

Lead rigorous, evidence-based research and analysis on policing policies, practices, data trends, and oversight issues that affect civilian safety, accountability, and community trust. This role uses both quantitative and qualitative methods to translate complex information into practical insights and recommendations for policymakers, internal leaders, and the public.

Application Deadline: 2/19/26

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Posting Date: 2/18/26
Position: PetBot Project Coordinator
Company/Organization: City of Cleveland 
School / Department: Urban Affairs

Under administrative direction, is responsible for planning and adminstering a specific project or program for a City department. Serves as the administrative supervisor on projects or programs. Plans, assigns, supervises, and reviews activities of subordinate personnel. Monitors the project or program's operating budget and assists in the annual preparation of same. Designs, implements, and monitors procedures utilized in program evaluation. Develops and secures commitments from other City departments and agencies to provide services to program participants. Provides technical assistance or reviews program policies and procedures. Maintains current information and oversees the preparation of project status reports. Prepares financial and narrative reports and program applications. Communicates project/program status and information to municipal officials and/or public and private entities. May supervise employees assigned to the respective project. Performs other related duties as required.

Application Deadline: 2/27/26

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Posting Date: 2/18/26
Position: Manager of Right-of-Way Field Services
Company/Organization: City of Cleveland 
School / Department: Urban Affairs

Under administrative direction, is responsible for planning and adminstering a specific project or program for a City department. Serves as the administrative supervisor on projects or programs. Plans, assigns, supervises, and reviews activities of subordinate personnel. Monitors the project or program's operating budget and assists in the annual preparation of same. Designs, implements, and monitors procedures utilized in program evaluation. Develops and secures commitments from other City departments and agencies to provide services to program participants. Provides technical assistance or reviews program policies and procedures. Maintains current information and oversees the preparation of project status reports. Prepares financial and narrative reports and program applications. Communicates project/program status and information to municipal officials and/or public and private entities. May supervise employees assigned to the respective project. Performs other related duties as required.

Application Deadline: 2/26/26

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Posting Date: 2/6/26
Position: Administrative Manager
Company/Organization: City of Shaker Heights
School / Department: Urban Affairs

The Administrative Manager is responsible for coordinating and optimizing the administrative systems and processes that support permitting, licensing, code enforcement, payroll, financial transactions, and the administration of the City’s Land Bank Program within the Building and Housing Department. This position serves as the primary lead for the department’s use of the CitizenServe platform, ensuring it is configured to support efficient internal workflows, accurate data management, and a current, user-friendly public-facing portal. The Administrative Manager collaborates with department leadership and administrative staff to implement process improvements, develop reporting tools, and maintain high standards of service to residents, applicants, and internal users. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Director of Building and Housing.

Application Deadline: N/A

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Posting Date: 2/6/26
Position: Housing Manager
Company/Organization: LMM 
School / Department: Urban Affairs

The Housing Manager oversees the development, implementation and ongoing operations of all Housing & Shelter housing programs including: Transition in Place (TIP) master leasing, Breaking New Ground (BNG) family housing, Coventry House shared housing, Youth and Young Adult TIP (joint transitional housing/rapid rehousing), Flex Funds, Justice Housing, solar and 3D printed homes, and related initiatives designed to reduce reliance on congregate shelter and advance pathways to permanent housing. The ideal person for this role will be passionate about ending homelessness, aware of and curious about new and emerging housing models, highly organized and detail oriented, with strong people management and relationship skills. As a core member of the H&S management team, this role supports the organizational goal of making homelessness rare, brief, and non-recurring.

Application Deadline: N/A

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Posting Date: 2/3/26
Position: Planner
Company/Organization: Licking County Human Resources 
School / Department: Urban Affairs

The Planner position requires an individual who has obtained a planning or planning related degree and is in the early stages of their planning career. This position involves professional-level duties and judgment to evaluate and process development applications. This position reports to the Planning Manager and may be assigned to work on projects with other senior planning staff as necessary. Individuals in this role will develop knowledge and skills in the areas of land planning, subdivision process, minor subdivisions, construction and compliance, and/or development based on the needs of the department. This position will work closely with the Assistant Planning Manager and Principal Planner and will serve as a junior staff member.

Application Deadline: N/A

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Posting Date: 2/3/26
Position: Assistant Transportation Manager
Company/Organization: Licking County Human Resources  
School / Department: Urban Affairs

This position is an important management-support position that will utilize a broad base of skills and knowledge in the transportation planning field to participate and lead in advance planning projects and activities. This individual will be active in communications and connections with partnering agencies and entities and will be responsible for the coordination and operation of applicable transportation boards and policy groups in conjunction with the Technical Study Director. The individual in this position will serve as a leader and mentor in the department and will assume management duties for LCATS staff in the absence of the Technical Study director or in specifically delegated areas.

Application Deadline: N/A

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Posting Date: 1/21/26
Position: Public Works Administrator
Company/Organization: The City of Sandusky
School / Department: Urban Affairs / Public Administration

With support and input from the City Manager and City Commission, the Administrator is responsible for the overall direction and management of the Department of Public Works.  The Department consists of multiple Divisions including Engineering, Water Treatment, Wastewater Treatment, Public Services.  Further, Public Services Division contains units including Forestry, Water Distribution, Sewer Maintenance, Streets and Cemetery.

Application Deadline: N/A

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Contact Information

Mailing Address
Cleveland State University
2121 Euclid Avenue, UR335
Cleveland, OH 44115

Campus Location
Urban Building, Room 335
1717 Euclid Avenue
Cleveland, OH 44115
Phone: 216.687.2135
levincollege@csuohio.edu