Interim Division Director, Safe & Thriving Communities

Seattle Human Services Department; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 67,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Seattle Human Services Department is seeking an interim Division Director to lead its Safe and Thriving Communities (STC) Division, directing violence prevention investments and survivor support with cross‑agency collaboration.

The role partners with the Mayor’s Office, City departments, and community groups to develop strategies, manage 100+ contracts, and advance equity. This at‑will position is expected to sunset after about three months, with potential extension.

Qualifications

• Six years directing or leading human services programs in areas such as public health, social services, or criminal legal system.
• Four years supervising staff in a management or executive role.
• Experience building community relationships and working with stakeholders.
• Proven efforts to reduce racial disparities in communities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations for the STC division with a staff of 34 and a management team of 9.
• Collaborate with service providers and community members on violence prevention investments and survivor support.
• Provide direction for program policy development and implementation with a focus on equity.
• Present strategies and policy recommendations to the Department Director, Mayor, City Council, and community groups.
• Oversee 100+ contracts and $34M annually in safety-related investments.

Skills

Leadership

Equity

Collaboration

Adaptive problem-solving

Communication

Transparency

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Seattle Human Services Department is seeking an interim Division Director to lead its Safe and Thriving Communities (STC) Division, directing violence prevention investments and survivor support with cross‑agency collaboration.

The role partners with the Mayor’s Office, City departments, and community groups to develop strategies, manage 100+ contracts, and advance equity. This at‑will position is expected to sunset after about three months, with potential extension.