The Regional Director, (RD), is a senior leader with responsibility for the direct support of 24 local departments of social services (LDSS) in the Piedmont Region. The RD will provide a regular state presence representing the mission, vision, values, and strategies of the Virginia Department of Social Services. Specifically, the RD will work directly with the LDSS directors providing consultation, training, and workforce development. The RD also works in collaboration with local government officials, local social services boards, and other stakeholders at the State and local levels to ensure the optimal administration of Social Services programs and initiatives.
The RD manages a team of Practice Consultants and administrative staff that provides consultation and advocacy, performance and fiscal management, makes recommendations for business process improvements and offer other supportive services. The Regional Director also acts as a liaison between state and local entities and assists with facilitation of resources. The RD will advise and carry out personnel administration functions, such as hiring, performance planning/management/evaluation and oversee administrative functions, such as establishing/monitoring budgets and facilities/vehicle management.
This position reports to the Director of Local Engagement and Support.
VDSS engages its employees for success. It offers comprehensive pay and employee benefits, development, and unique job and career opportunities in public service. VDSS employees make a vital difference for Virginia’s families.
Considerable experience leading human services programs making customers and their needs a primary focus. Develops and sustains productive customer relationships, takes actions to meet customer needs and designs feedback systems. Implements best practices, collaborates with all levels of employees to influence performance improvement, and provide supervision and leadership to professional and administrative staff, as well as office operations and budget. Experience monitoring organizational effectiveness, including use of performance metrics and related tools. Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Demonstrated ability to: work well with people at all levels; drive desired results; consistently and independently prioritize; exercise sound judgment and maintain complete discretion in dealing with confidential and sensitive matters. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills are essential.
Bachelor or advanced degree in public administration, human services, or business or any combination of education and experience that would ensure success in the position.
Demonstrated focus on providing leadership and implementing solutions in a changing environment.
Understanding of and ability to operate effectively within a state supervised-locally administered structure.
Management experience in a state or local human services environment preferred.
Management approval to telework is contingent upon successful completion of 6 months of employment and the business needs of the work unit.
Selected candidate(s) must successfully pass a fingerprint-based criminal history background check.
Selected candidate(s) will be assigned to an emergency role upon hire and is expected to perform in that capacity as needed.
Telework is a condition of employment for this position. The employee may be required to work a schedule that is split between remote and onsite (shared workspace) locations.
A motor vehicle check will be conducted on selected candidate(s).
Frequent in-state, overnight travel may be required. Selected candidate(s) may be required to use their personal vehicle or state vehicle as available for business use.
To be considered for this position, you must submit a Commonwealth of Virginia application or resume through the on-line “Virginia Jobs” (RMS) employment site no later than 11:59 p.m. on the closing date listed. Each application is reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the minimum and preferred qualifications stated in the job announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided. This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted for consideration. Please refer to your RMS account for the status of your application and this position. VDSS values the service and experience of our Veterans. As such, Veterans are encouraged to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni also are encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants, if requested, during the application and/or interview process. [TTY/TTD: (800) 828-1120]
Virginia Department of Social Services does not provide sponsorship. The Virginia Department of Social Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages diversity within its workforce.
We are a “Virginia Values Veterans” (V3) official certified company and state agency that provides hiring preference to Veterans and Members of the Virginia National Guard in support of Executive Order 29, (2010). If you are a Veteran or Virginia National Guard Member, we urge you to respond accordingly on your state application or resume. Minorities, Individuals with disabilities, Veterans and people with National Service experience are encouraged to apply.
For more information about our employment practices, please visit our “Vision, Mission and Strategic Plan”. Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment within 90 days of the closing date. In addition to a rewarding work experience, VDSS offers excellent health and life insurance benefits, pre-tax spending accounts, state funded Short and Long Term Disability, paid holidays, vacation, tuition assistance, free wellness programs, and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching – Employee Benefits.
If you have been affected by Policy 1.30 Layoff as a state employee and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Card (Blue Card), you must submit this document through the “Virginia Jobs” (RMS) employment site when you apply.
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