Associate Director of Family Support & Assistance

Olmsted-County,-Mn; Minnesota; On-site; USD 69,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Olmsted County is seeking an experienced program leader to direct the Family Support and Assistance department. The role involves planning, guiding teams, and reporting to the director, with responsibility for strategy, budgeting, and stakeholder collaboration.

Candidates must hold a master’s or bachelor’s with leadership experience, and be prepared to build dashboards, oversee programs, and mentor staff while upholding equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required with 3+ years of leadership experience.
• Bachelor’s degree required with 5+ years of experience in a similar position, including 3 years in leadership.

Responsibilities

• Leads individuals and teams, fosters growth and engagement.
• Recommends hiring, promotions, and assignments; manages performance.
• Develops and oversees strategic goals for the department.
• Directs operations of assigned programs and units.
• Participates in federal, state, and county workgroups and committees.
• Oversees development and maintenance of reports and dashboards.
• Assists with development and management of department budgets.
• Directs special projects and strategies for outcomes.
• Collaborates with federal, state and local agencies, community partners, and county leadership.
• Interprets policies and communicates with the media and public.
• Performs related duties.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Budget management

Data analysis

Project management

Communication

Team development

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Full salary range is $49.73 - $83.07.

Master’s degree from an accredited college or university and three (3) years of experience in a similar position as listed in the work functions in a leadership or supervisory role.

OR

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and five (5) years of experience in a similar position as listed in the work functions, with three (3) of those years in a leadership or supervisory role.

Regular and reliable attendance is a necessary component of job/position. Individuals required to use County vehicles and equipment must have a valid driver’s license and be free of any major traffic violations for the last three (3) years. Under general direction, plans and directs programs and teams within the Family Support and Assistance department. Assists the director with state and local policy development and strategic planning. Acts in the absence of the director and performs related work as required. Leverages the strengths of team members, clarifies roles and responsibilities, and develops employees to reach optimal goals. Supports a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace.

Responsibilities

• Leads individuals and teams, builds and maintains engagement, and nurtures a culture of growth to promote a work environment where every employee can reach their full potential.
• Recommends hiring, promotions, and assignments for team members, and provides regular and timely feedback. Manages employee performance, documentation, and disciplinary actions.
• Develops and oversees implementation of strategic goals for the department in collaboration with director.
• Directs operations of assigned programs and units.
• Participates in, and may lead, federal, state, and county workgroups and committees representing the department, including testifying to legislative committees.
• Oversees the development and maintenance of reports and dashboards.
• Assists with the development and management of department financial objectives and budgets.
• Directs special projects and oversees strategies for outcomes and goals.
• Collaborates with federal, state and local agencies, community partners, and county leadership.
• Interprets and explains policies and programs. Communicates with the media, community organizations, and the public.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Required skills and knowledge

• Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and county fiscal policies and procedures.
• Thorough knowledge of federal, state and county public assistance programs.
• Thorough knowledge of strategic planning and continuous improvement.
• Knowledge of legislative proceedings, statutory timelines, court proceedings and rules.
• Knowledge of community resources.
• Knowledge of budget management.
• Skill in the use of computers and technology.
• Skill in effective verbal and written communication including presentations.
• Skill in identifying and resolving problems.
• Skill in project management.
• Ability to analyze data and make decisions.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with team members.
• Ability to train, coach, and mentor others.
• Ability to organize effectively and efficiently.
• Ability to lead and direct the work of others.
• Ability to process detailed information accurately and rapidly.

Persons with disabilities

Persons with disabilities: the above is a general listing of job duties. Essential and non‑essential functions may vary by individual position. Reasonable accommodations may be available for both essential and non‑essential job duties.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Office environment (X)
• Sitting (X)
• Standing (X)
• Walking, reaching (X)
• Pulling, climbing, kneeling, balancing (X)
• Pushing up to 15 pounds (X)
• Lifting up to 25 pounds (X)
• Repetitive hand movements, typing/data entry (X)
• Talking, hearing (X)
• Operate vehicle (X)
• Close and distance vision, depth perception (X)
• Color vision, accommodation, field of vision (X)
• Sedentary (exert up to 10 pounds of force) (X)
• Light effort (exert up to 20 pounds of force) (X)

An Equal Opportunity Employer