Strategic Leader, Regional Field Operations

State of Tennessee; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 160,000 - 213,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Tennessee's Department of Children's Services in Nashville seeks an Assistant Commissioner 1 for Regional Field Operations (Grand Middle) to direct operations across two regions and align them with strategic goals. This executive role supervises two Executive Directors and guides budget, policy, and service delivery in child welfare.

Required are a Bachelor's degree and 8–10 years in executive leadership within families/children-focused organizations, plus a strong track record in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 8–10 years in an executive, managerial, or supervisory capacity in an organization supporting children and families.

Responsibilities

• Directs operations for two regions within the six-region model.
• Leads strategic plans with the Deputy Commissioner and regional leadership.
• Oversees two Executive Directors and regional case management teams.
• Develops, submits, and administers the department budget.
• Ensures consistent application of case management policies across regions.
• Collaborates with Quality Compliance and departmental counterparts for service delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Program Management

Cross-functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The State of Tennessee's Department of Children's Services in Nashville seeks an Assistant Commissioner 1 for Regional Field Operations (Grand Middle) to direct operations across two regions and align them with strategic goals. This executive role supervises two Executive Directors and guides budget, policy, and service delivery in child welfare.

Required are a Bachelor's degree and 8–10 years in executive leadership within families/children-focused organizations, plus a strong track record in