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Job Title:  

Program Director, Child Welfare Services

Agency:

Family and Children Services, Division of

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000002632

Shift:

Not Applicable (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

Job Description:

Manages the administration of policies and programs designed to protect and protect children and families. Ensures mandated services with priority of child safety and service provision to children and families. Directs subordinate managers and staff.

Stronger Families for a Stronger Georgia. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS) is a dynamic state agency responsible for delivering a wide range of services to Georgia's most vulnerable populations. Our mission is to strengthen Georgia by providing individuals and families access to services that promote self-sufficiency, independence, and protect Georgia's vulnerable children and adults.

What we offer. Enjoy a generous benefits package that includes a flexible work schedule, unique training opportunities, employee retirement plan, 401(k) plan and 457 plan, 13 paid holidays, vacation & sick leave, medical, dental, vision, long/short-term care, life insurance, and employee discount programs; in addition to telework opportunities depending upon the position.

Start your career in public service. The Georgia Department of Human Services (DHS), Division of Family & Children Services (DFCS) is seeking candidates for the position of Program Director, Child Welfare Services. This position is located in Savannah, Chatham County, Georgia.

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Role and Responsibilities:

• Serves as a member of the agency management team.
• Establishes goals, objectives, policies and procedures consistent with the mission of the agency and division.
• Analyzes and assess the effectiveness of existing programs to ensure the identified outcome measures are achieved.
• Evaluates new and current programs to determine efficiency, effectiveness and compliance with federal, state and local regulations.
• Ensures efficient and timely delivery of services.
• Directs professional staff in developing their skills, delivering quality services and documenting efforts.
• Promotes awareness of programs within the community.
• Performs other professional responsibilities as assigned by County Director.

Special Requirements: 

• Must have reliable transportation, proof of auto insurance, a valid state-issued driver’s license, and an acceptable driving history record.

Core Competencies:

• Demonstrated successful leadership skills: Leading Change:  Demonstrated ability to lead change as evidenced by an ability to develop and implement an organizational vision. Leading People:  Demonstrated ability to achieve organizational objectives by creatively managing and motivating staff. Results Driven Leadership:  Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to plan, prioritize and coordinate large and complex programs. Business Acumen:  Demonstrated ability to properly utilize human capital, financial resources and information in a manner that instills public trust and accomplishes the organization’s mission; demonstrated ability to take advantage of new technologies to enhance the effectiveness of decision making.
• Ability to work effectively at multiple levels of the organization and with multiple project teams
• Excellent oral, written, presentation and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and/or standard software applications typically used in a corporate office environment.

Additional Information

For more detailed information about the Georgia Department Human Services

https://dhs.georgia.gov/  

Employment Information
 
Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board (SPB) Rules regarding salary.

DHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

If you require accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), email the request by the closing date of this announcement to: hrhelpline@dhs.ga.gov.

The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening, education verification, reference, motor vehicle records, and criminal background checks.

DHS accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DHS will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.

As an employee of DHS, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.

Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring official for next steps in the selection process. Only applicants who are selected and interviewed will receive notification. 
 
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a related area from an accredited college or university and two (2) years experience managing subordinate supervisors in a human service delivery program; or Bachelor's degree in a related area from an accredited college or university and two (2) years of experience at the lower level Child Welfare Svcs Admr (SSP164) or position equivalent.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.