Hybrid Assistant Director of Social Services

Albemarle; Charlottesville (VA); Hybride; USD 109 000 - 121 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

12 paid holidays

Health insurance options with employer

Employer-paid life insurance

Retirement benefits (VRS)

Résumé du poste

Albemarle County's Department of Social Services seeks an Assistant Director of Social Services to lead, direct, and manage a multi-program division focused on child welfare, adult services, and self-sufficiency.

The role includes policy development, regulatory compliance, staff supervision, and collaboration with state and local partners; a strong equity lens guides all decisions in this senior management position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Services or related field with at least two years of related experience.
• Experience supervising professionals in social services and managing caseloads.
• Willingness to travel occasionally overnight and drive.
• Valid driver's license per county policy.
• Ability to plan, organize, and direct a large staff.

Responsabilités

• Plan, organize, and direct the work of a large staff in a multi-program division.
• Provide oversight for Child Protective Services, Family Preservation, Foster Care and Adoption, Adult Protective Services, and Self-Sufficiency.
• Develop policies and ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.
• Recruit, interview, and select applicants and participate in hiring decisions.
• Represent the department on committees and emergency operations.

Connaissances

Leadership

Data analysis

Communication

Policy compliance

Strategic planning

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Human Services

Bachelor's degree + 2 years related Human Services experience

BSW or MSW (preferred Virginia license)

Description du poste

Albemarle County's Department of Social Services seeks an Assistant Director of Social Services to lead, direct, and manage a multi-program division focused on child welfare, adult services, and self-sufficiency.

The role includes policy development, regulatory compliance, staff supervision, and collaboration with state and local partners; a strong equity lens guides all decisions in this senior management position.