LOAN ANALYST JOB OPPORTUNITY

The Ohio Water Development Authority seeks a Loan Analyst who will work with local governmet agencies to plan, structure, and award loans and grants for environmental infrastructure projects. In addition, the Loan Analyst will analyze the financial capacity of local government agencies, and provide risk analyses to the Loan Officer. Qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution or equivalent experience in a related field. This is a full-time, hybrid work location position. Generous benefits feature medical/dental/vision insurance, paid leave, and Ohio Public Employees Retirement System. Click here for more job details. E-mail resume as an attachment to hr@owda.org or fax to 614-448-3367. 

ENGINEER JOB OPPORTUNITY

The Ohio Water Development Authority seeks an Engineer to provide technical assistance to the Authority, the Deputy Executive Director of Program Operations, and the Senior Engineer while assisting local governments on proposed and funded projects. The Engineer reviews, approves, and processes loan disbursements and contractor change orders under the direction of the Deputy Executive Director of Program Operations, and the Senior Engineer. Qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree in civil engineering, environmental engineering, or construction management from an accredited institution and two years of experience in the field of construction. This is a full-time, hybrid work location position. Generous benefits feature medical/dental/vision insurance, paid leave, and Ohio Public Employees Retirement System. Click here for more job details. E-mail resume as an attachment to hr@owda.org. 

OWDA BOARD AWARDS OCTOBER LOANS

The Ohio Water Development Authority awarded $11.7 million through low interest loans to Ohio communities to improve wastewater and drinking water infrastructure and make water quality improvements for Ohioans. For the month of October, the Authority funded 10 projects that will provide improvements and replace aging infrastructure. The 10 awarded projects received an interest rate ranging from 1.87% to 3.78%.

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OWDA WELCOMES MICHAEL FRAIZER AS EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

The Ohio Water Development Authority is pleased to introduce Michael Fraizer as its Executive Director effective September 16, 2024. Mr. Fraizer is currently serving as the sixth Executive Director since the organization’s inception in 1968. He has familiarity with the organization as a previous board representative for the Ohio Department of Development. Mr. Fraizer brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to this position that will continue the legacy of success for the OWDA.

Mr. Fraizer has accumulated an 18-year state government career that includes service in a variety of policy, program and administrative capacities. Most recently, he served as the Deputy Director of Program Operations at the Ohio Department of Development. He previously has worked at the Ohio House of Representatives, Public Utilities Commission of Ohio, and the Office of the Governor. He has a B.A. in Integrated Social Studies from The Ohio State University and a Master of Public Administration from Ohio University. Mr. Fraizer currently resides in Newark, Ohio with his wife and two children.