Executive Director, Disability Determination Services

Social Security Administration; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The Social Security Administration seeks the Head of the DDS Portfolio, based in Denver, to set the vision, direction, and policy for disability adjudication nationwide.

This executive leads state DDS offices, oversees disability determinations under Titles II and XVI, and aligns operations with SSA priorities. Candidates must demonstrate senior leadership, program management excellence, and the ability to collaborate across federal, state, and external partners to improve outcomes.

Qualifications

• Senior executive experience required, equivalent to SES/GS-15 level.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national; extensive background in federal service preferred.
• Ability to secure interagency collaboration and manage nationwide programs.

Responsibilities

• Set vision, direction, and policy for DDS portfolio nationwide.
• Oversee state DDS offices and disability determinations for Titles II and XVI.
• Ensure alignment with SSA priorities and provide executive leadership to staff.
• Lead resource planning, policy implementation, and interagency coordination.

Skills

Executive leadership

Policy direction

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

The Social Security Administration seeks the Head of the DDS Portfolio, based in Denver, to set the vision, direction, and policy for disability adjudication nationwide.

This executive leads state DDS offices, oversees disability determinations under Titles II and XVI, and aligns operations with SSA priorities. Candidates must demonstrate senior leadership, program management excellence, and the ability to collaborate across federal, state, and external partners to improve outcomes.