Assistant Director of Developmental Disabilities Services - DDS

Oklahoma Human Services•Oklahoma City, OK

1d•$115,000 - $115,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Director of Developmental Disabilities Services (DDS) provides executive leadership and administrative management for assigned DDS programs and units. The position supports and reports to the Division Director III and supervises and supports professional staff to promote consistent, high-quality services for individuals with developmental disabilities. The role collaborates with the Division Director on policies, procedures, operational standards, strategic planning, and program evaluation. It advises DDS leadership, staff, and stakeholders on agency policies, rules, and service requirements; monitors audits, reports, and performance data; and implements controls and process improvements. The Assistant Director also supports workforce development, participates in budget development and monitoring, helps set division goals, and guides implementation of legislative and policy changes. The position is located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. Work is typically performed in an office setting, with frequent interaction with staff, leadership, providers, and external partners. Occasional field visits and statewide meetings may be required. Travel is extensive. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and may include extended hours and/or weekends. A valid driver’s license and required car insurance must be maintained.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and six years of professional business or public administration experience, including three years in a supervisory or administrative capacity, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
No substitution is permitted for the required administrative or supervisory-level experience.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain required car insurance.
Extensive travel is required.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of HCBS waiver programs, service delivery systems, case management functions, provider operations, and regulatory requirements applicable to DDS.
Skill in interpreting and analyzing complex data, audit findings, and performance metrics, and in developing and evaluating policies, operational procedures, and quality standards.
Skill in providing leadership to multidisciplinary teams and managing large-scale program operations.
Ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences, including staff, leadership, providers, legislators, and the public.
Ability to coordinate cross-functional projects, implement system improvements, and support organizational change.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and oversight for assigned DDS programs and units.
Supervise and support professional staff to promote consistent delivery of high-quality services to individuals with developmental disabilities.
Collaborate with the Division Director to develop and recommend policies, procedures, and operational standards aligned with federal and state regulations.
Contribute to strategic planning and program evaluation efforts.
Advise DDS leadership, staff, and stakeholders on interpreting and applying agency policies, rules, and service requirements.
Monitor reports, audits, and program performance data to assess service delivery and internal operations.
Implement controls and process improvements to enhance efficiency, accountability, and outcomes.
Oversee staff training initiatives, promote best practices, and support equitable personnel policies and workforce development.
Participate in developing and managing program and operational budgets; monitor expenditures for fiscal responsibility and alignment with division priorities.
Help establish division goals and measurable objectives.
Guide implementation of legislative and policy changes and analyze proposed legislation for potential impacts on DDS programs and operations.