CPS Operations Director: Strategic Statewide Leadership

FALL CREEK FARM & NURSERY; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 86,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% paid health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid vacation and holidays

Dental, vision, and life insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Employee discounts

Job summary

The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) seeks a CPS Operations Director to provide strategic leadership, direction, and statewide oversight for Child Protective Services operations. The role requires planning, policy implementation, training, and budget management to support agency goals and compliance with laws.

As Director III, you will advise executive leadership, coordinate with stakeholders, and supervise senior staff.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university.
• Experience in state government or large public sector programs.
• Ability to lead and manage complex statewide operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and oversight for statewide CPS operations.
• Oversee policy development, training, and quality assurance initiatives.
• Manage budgets, staffing, and resource allocation.
• Represent CPS and DFPS before stakeholders and legislative bodies.
• Lead workforce development and performance improvement efforts.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Strategic planning

Policy implementation

Data analysis

Stakeholder relations

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) seeks a CPS Operations Director to provide strategic leadership, direction, and statewide oversight for Child Protective Services operations. The role requires planning, policy implementation, training, and budget management to support agency goals and compliance with laws.

As Director III, you will advise executive leadership, coordinate with stakeholders, and supervise senior staff.