Commissioner of Social Services
About The Position
The Commissioner of Social Services is the chief administrator of the Department of Social Services. The Commissioner organizes, directs, and coordinates the work of all department employees to support the effective and efficient operation of the department’s programs, including children and family services, adult services, foster care, and financial resources, as well as other programs defined in Social Services Law. Subject to financial limitations imposed by the Cayuga County Legislature, the Commissioner has complete control over department operations and personnel direction. The department’s major objectives are to provide adequately for people unable to maintain themselves and to administer care, treatment, and services that may restore them to self-sufficiency. Work is performed under the administrative direction of the County Legislature, and the incumbent performs related work as required.
Responsibilities
- Organize, direct, and coordinate the work of all Department of Social Services employees.
- Ensure the effective and efficient operation of department programs, including children and family services, adult services, foster care, and financial resources.
- Direct department operations and personnel, subject to financial limitations imposed by the Cayuga County Legislature.
- Provide for people unable to maintain themselves and administer care, treatment, and services that may help restore them to self-sufficiency.
- Perform related work as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
Education Level
No Education Listed
