Alaska Protective Services Supervisor - Lead & Elevate Team

Family & Community Services; Ketchikan (AK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance Benefits

Retirement Benefits

Paid Leave

Twelve paid holidays

Job summary

The Office of Children's Services, within the Department of Family and Community Services in Alaska, seeks a Protective Services Specialist 4 in Ketchikan. You will supervise staff, oversee casework, and coordinate community partnerships while representing the agency in court and public settings.

The role emphasizes policy development, performance management, and collaboration with Tribes and state partners to safeguard children and families.

Qualifications

• Analytical Thinking/Problem Solving: uses a logical approach to address problems or opportunities.
• Integrity/Honesty: acts ethically and with transparency.
• Interpersonal Skills: communicates effectively and builds relationships.
• Oral Communication: communicates clearly and concisely.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support a team of Protective Services staff, including hiring decisions, performance evaluations, training, and disciplinary actions.
• Oversee and coordinate social service programs, ensure quality casework, and handle complex or high-need cases directly.
• Develop resources, collaborate with community and state partners, and represent the agency in court and public education settings.
• Recommend policies and procedures, maintain effective working relationships, and prepare required records and reports.

Skills

Decision Making

Managing Performance

Resilience

Job description

The Office of Children's Services, within the Department of Family and Community Services in Alaska, seeks a Protective Services Specialist 4 in Ketchikan. You will supervise staff, oversee casework, and coordinate community partnerships while representing the agency in court and public settings.

The role emphasizes policy development, performance management, and collaboration with Tribes and state partners to safeguard children and families.