Programs Manager II

Oklahoma Department of Human Services; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 57,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Oklahoma Department of Human Services in Oklahoma City is seeking a Programs Manager II to lead the Child Welfare program within the Office of Background Investigations.

The role involves supervising staff, ensuring timely determinations of criminal history records, and collaborating with Child Welfare Services to maintain a system of quality improvement. The position requires a Master’s or a Bachelor’s with related experience and offers state employee benefits.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree and one year of professional experience, OR Bachelor’s degree and two years of professional experience, OR an equivalent combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

• Direction and supervision of the Child Welfare program of the Office of Background Investigations in assigned duties
• Manages staff to maintain accurate and timely determinations of criminal history records
• Fosters a positive working environment and maintains excellent customer service
• Works with Child Welfare Services staff to maintain a system of quality improvement
• Supervision of staff completion of background checks for Child Welfare staff placement
• Overseeing the creation of policy, training, and improvement of processes
• Drafts policies, procedures, publications
• Reviews proposed legislation for impacts on policy and procedures
• May act as office legislative liaison
• Preference may be given to applicants with education/experience in Child Welfare, Child Care Services or Criminal Justice

Education

Master’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Equivalent combination of education and experience

Job description

This position is located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Programs Manager II

E11B OIG Annual Salary $63,000.00 + Full State Employee Benefits

Travel is occasional. Must possess a valid driver's license and must maintain required car insurance.

Days worked will be Monday through Friday 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM.

Hours worked may be on-call, extended and/or weekend hours.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree and one year of professional experience,


• OR Bachelor’s degree and two years of professional experience


• OR an equivalent combination of education and experience, substituting one year of professional level experience for each year of the required education

Job Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the direction and supervision the Child Welfare program of the Office of Background Investigations in their assigned duties.


• Manages staff to maintain accurate and timely determinations of criminal history records, through the use of critical thinking skills and an understanding of policy and law.


• Fosters a positive working environment and maintains excellent customer service.


• Works closely with Child Welfare Services staff to maintain a system of quality improvement.


• Supervision of staff completion of background checks for Child Welfare staff placement


• Overseeing the creation of policy, training, and improvement of processes


• Drafts policies, procedures, publications.


• Reviews proposed legislation for impacts on policy and procedures


• May act as office legislative liaison


• Preference may be given to applicants who possess education and/or experience in Child Welfare, Child Care Services or Criminal Justice.

If you have questions, please contact [e-mail]

OKDHS is a Fair Chance Employer.

This is a position in the Oklahoma Civil Service.