Summit County Developmental Disabilities Board
Michael Jacobs is an experienced facility and management professional with a diverse background in developmental disabilities, employment services, and engineering. Currently serving as the Facility Manager at the County of Summit Developmental Disabilities Board since November 2014, Michael oversees the Ellet Center's operations, ensuring health and safety while delivering quality services. Previously, as the Integrated Employment Manager at Summit Developmental Disabilities Board, Michael managed staff focused on helping individuals secure competitive employment. Earlier roles include Business Services Manager at Goodwill Industries of Akron, Process Engineer at HydroChem Industrial Services, and various positions within the United States Air Force. Michael holds an 18-hour MPA in Public Administration from Golden Gate University and a BS in Human Resource Management from The New School.
Summit County Developmental Disabilities Board
Since 1967, the County of Summit Developmental Disabilities Board (Summit DD) has been helping children and adults with developmental disabilities. Currently, Summit DD serves more than 4,000 individuals with disabilities in Summit County. Throughout the years, the array of services and support for people with disabilities has grown. Summit DD assists people all through their lives, from infancy to retirement. Summit DD offers early intervention programs for infants and toddlers with developmental delays, as well as transition services for students with developmental disabilities to vocational, habilitation and retirement programs for adults. Working with local businesses, Summit DD helps individuals with developmental disabilities acquire jobs and gain independence. Visit us at www.summitdd.org and www.summitdd.org/careers.