Senior Program Director, Social Services & Housing

tsainternal; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 82,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision/Hearing

Disability and Life Insurance

Felixible Spending Accounts

403(b) Retirement Accounts

Pension Plan

Generous Time Off

Job summary

The Salvation Army of the Twin Cities seeks a Senior Program Director to provide strategic and operational leadership for HOPE Harbor and Harvest Hills, ensuring compliance, effectiveness, and alignment with the mission. You will oversee operations, staff, and program development, and maintain fiscal and regulatory accountability.

This role participates in rotating on-call, represents the programs in the community, and guides referrals to support long-term stability for individuals and families

Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred; related field considered if no MSW.
• 5+ years in human services with 3+ years in supervision/administration.
• If MSW, current state licensure is required; LGSW/LISW preferred.
• Must pass background checks, have a valid driver’s license, and meet MVR standards.

Responsibilities

• Compliance & Regulatory Oversight: oversee licensing, regulations, grants, contracts, and reporting.
• Program, Operations & Leadership Oversight: direct essential functions, supervise staff, support complex cases.
• Budget Development & Fiscal Management: assist budget development and monitoring with Finance staff.
• Program Development & Evaluation: oversee and update programs and goals.
• Community Engagement & Representation: represent the programs in the community.
• Advisory Council Collaboration: work with council to educate and recruit.
• Referral Coordination & Resource Navigation: oversee intake and referrals to internal/external resources.

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work preferred; master’s degree in a related field considered

Five (5) or more years of related experience in human services with supervisory responsibility

State licensure if Social Work degree; LGSW or LISW preferred

Valid driver’s license and background checks

Job description

The Salvation Army of the Twin Cities seeks a Senior Program Director to provide strategic and operational leadership for HOPE Harbor and Harvest Hills, ensuring compliance, effectiveness, and alignment with the mission. You will oversee operations, staff, and program development, and maintain fiscal and regulatory accountability.

This role participates in rotating on-call, represents the programs in the community, and guides referrals to support long-term stability for individuals and families