Executive Leader, Home & Community Living Services

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services; Olympia (WA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) invites applications for Assistant Secretary, Home and Community Living Administration (HCLA). Lead statewide programs, drive priorities, and ensure safety, independence, and quality of life for older adults and people with disabilities.

You'll develop executive teams, guide major initiatives, and collaborate with legislators, Tribes, unions, providers, and communities to strengthen Washington’s long‑term services and supports.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, business admin, public health, social services, health and human services, or related field.
• Experience leading large, complex organizations and senior leadership teams.
• Experience in community-based healthcare, long-term care, human services, or related service delivery systems.
• Demonstrated financial leadership, including managing multimillion-dollar budgets.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction for statewide programs, operations, and services.
• Lead executive teams, establish priorities, and ensure accountability.
• Oversee statewide service delivery including case management and adult protective services.
• Collaborate with legislators, Tribes, federal agencies, unions, providers, and partners.
• Guide policy, evolving federal requirements, and organizational improvements.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic planning

Budget management

Policy & governance

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in public administration / related field

Job description

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) invites applications for Assistant Secretary, Home and Community Living Administration (HCLA). Lead statewide programs, drive priorities, and ensure safety, independence, and quality of life for older adults and people with disabilities.

You'll develop executive teams, guide major initiatives, and collaborate with legislators, Tribes, unions, providers, and communities to strengthen Washington’s long‑term services and supports.