Director of Community Services & Housing Development

DuPage County; Wheaton (IL); On-site; USD 185,000 - 192,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Blue Cross Blue Shield health plans

Dental/Vision coverage

Optional Life insurance

Vacation, Sick, and Paid Leave Time

12 paid holidays

IMRF pension plan

Job summary

DuPage County is seeking a Director of Community Services in Wheaton, IL, to lead a team focused on strengthening the community through expanded direct client services and the new Housing & Community Development Department. The role requires strategic leadership and strong collaboration with county officials.

The Director will guide program operations, manage budgets, partner with other departments, and oversee grants to advance health and human services across the county.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business or Public Administration, Social Work, or a related field.
• Eight (8) years of related experience.
• Five (5) years in a management-level position.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Illinois Driver’s License.
• Pre-employment background check required.

Responsibilities

• Plans for and directs the operations of multiple programs and resources to fill defined needs within DuPage County
• Functions as a member of the County’s management team to resolve issues and implement plans of action
• Acts as the County liaison in coordination with County Department Heads and Elected Officials to other counties and State and Federal agencies
• Meets with government officials, community leaders, service providers, and other funding organizations to promote support for, and efficiency of, the community-wide health and human services system
• Coordinates programs with other County departments and offices including the Health Department, the courts, and law enforcement, and develops requirements and eligibility guidelines for programs
• Oversees County grant programs including working with oversight boards and policy groups on the allocation of grant funds and monitoring compliance with grant provisions
• Establishes policies to assess needs, assign contracts, and monitor contract performance
• Maintains up-to-date knowledge of applicable State and Federal statutes, legislation, and regulations impacting services
• Delegates authority to subordinate managers in specialized areas and assures that work is completed thoroughly and efficiently
• Ensures staff are properly trained and compliant with policies, procedures, and local, State and Federal laws and ordinances Recommends hires and promotions, directs and evaluates employment decisions for all assigned positions
• Manages the Department’s budget process and ensures that the department functions within budget appropriations

Education

Master's degree in Public Administration or related field

Job description

DuPage County is seeking a Director of Community Services in Wheaton, IL, to lead a team focused on strengthening the community through expanded direct client services and the new Housing & Community Development Department. The role requires strategic leadership and strong collaboration with county officials.

The Director will guide program operations, manage budgets, partner with other departments, and oversee grants to advance health and human services across the county.