Director of Operations & Staff Development

Johnston County

Smithfield (NC)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 150,000

Full time

7 days ago
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Job summary

Johnston County Department of Social Services is seeking a strategic Operations and Staff Development Division Director to oversee operational policies, staff development, and compliance with county, state, and federal mandates. The role leads blended teams of social work and eligibility professionals and drives agency initiatives including digitization and facility transitions.

The position requires strong leadership, project management, and experience implementing SOPs across Children

Qualifications

  • MSW preferred with supervisory experience.
  • Strong knowledge of social services policy and compliance.
  • Experience leading multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

  • Lead agency projects and ensure compliance with state and federal mandates.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams and manage business process improvements.
  • Oversee staff development and training across divisions.
  • Implement SOPs and operational guides to improve service outcomes.
  • Monitor performance, conduct QA reviews, and address gaps.
  • Prepare compliance reports for leadership and boards.
  • Assist with staff relocation and digitization projects.

Skills

Leadership
Policy interpretation
Project management
Staff development
QA & compliance
Training
Communication
Cross-functional collaboration

Education

MSW (Master of Social Work) preferred
BA in Human Services or related field
15 credit hours in social work or counseling

Job description

Johnston County Department of Social Services is seeking a strategic Operations and Staff Development Division Director to oversee operational policies, staff development, and compliance with county, state, and federal mandates. The role leads blended teams of social work and eligibility professionals and drives agency initiatives including digitization and facility transitions.

The position requires strong leadership, project management, and experience implementing SOPs across Children

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