Senior Protective Services Supervisor - Alaska

State of Alaska; Ketchikan (AK); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance Benefits

Retirement Benefits

Paid Leave

Twelve paid holidays per year

Job summary

The State of Alaska, Office of Children's Services in Ketchikan, seeks a Protective Services Specialist 4 to lead a team and oversee complex child welfare cases. The role emphasizes collaboration with communities and state partners to safeguard children.

The position involves system leadership, policy development, and responsible recordkeeping, with a focus on safety, permanency, and well-being in a diverse team environment.

Qualifications

• Leads a Protective Services team and makes sound, well-informed decisions.
• Manages employee performance with clear expectations and feedback.
• Stays resilient and adapts under pressure to meet organizational goals.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and support a team of Protective Services staff, including hiring decisions, performance evaluations, training, and disciplinary actions.
• Oversee and coordinate social service programs, ensure quality casework, and handle complex or high-need cases directly.
• Develop resources, collaborate with community and state partners, and represent the agency in court and public education settings.
• Recommend policies and procedures, maintain effective working relationships, and prepare required records and reports.

Skills

Decision Making

Managing Performance

Resilience

Job description

The State of Alaska, Office of Children's Services in Ketchikan, seeks a Protective Services Specialist 4 to lead a team and oversee complex child welfare cases. The role emphasizes collaboration with communities and state partners to safeguard children.

The position involves system leadership, policy development, and responsible recordkeeping, with a focus on safety, permanency, and well-being in a diverse team environment.