Senior Social Services Director | Leadership & Impact

Virginia-Department-of-Social-Service; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Harrisonburg/Rockingham County Department of Social Services Board seeks an experienced human services leader to head a Level III social services department. You will supervise managers, work with the Agency Administrative Board, and oversee multiple mandated and non-mandated programs.

The role emphasizes strategic planning, program design, and community partnerships to deliver critical services to children, families, and vulnerable residents in the Harrisonburg area.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in human services, behavioral science, public administration, or related field with supervisory/managerial experience.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal government structures and social services administration.
• Experience managing budgets and coordinating complex programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Social Services Department to ensure compliance across programs.
• Establish procedures, policies and standards; monitor operations and evaluate results.
• Plan and oversee department budget and financial decisions; monitor expenditures.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Strategic planning

Supervision

Budget oversight

Research methods

Policy interpretation

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in human services or related field

Tools

Office software

Job description

Harrisonburg/Rockingham County Department of Social Services Board seeks an experienced human services leader to head a Level III social services department. You will supervise managers, work with the Agency Administrative Board, and oversee multiple mandated and non-mandated programs.

The role emphasizes strategic planning, program design, and community partnerships to deliver critical services to children, families, and vulnerable residents in the Harrisonburg area.