Social Services Chief 1

State of Nevada•Nevada, NV

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Nevada Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS) is seeking a Social Service Chief I. This position is an essential member of the Juvenile Justice Administrative management team and is responsible for management of daily operations of the Juvenile justice Program’s Office (JJPO) which focuses on critically assessing systemic challenges, action planning and implementation of strategies to improve the service delivery to children and families. The position may be located in Reno, Carson City, or Las Vegas, NV depending on the selected candidate. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Social Services Chiefs are assigned programmatic responsibilities which include interpretation of program regulations and requirements; quality assurance; development and implementation of automated systems; preparation and distribution of program policies, procedures, standards and guidelines; entering into contracts with service providers; proposing short and long term goals and objectives; preparing draft bills; and testifying before the legislature. At the higher levels in the series, incumbents may also supervise subordinate Social Services Managers who oversee subordinate supervisors and professional staff engaged in the direct delivery of social services to clients. However, positions allocated to the Chief series spend the preponderance of time managing the overall design, analysis, development, and evaluation of social services programs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in social work, health or social science, public or business administration or related field and three years of professional social services experience which included serving as a consultant to professional/supervisory program personnel; coordinating program activities with officials and representatives of other agencies; interpreting and applying complex federal regulations, technical journals, and legislative studies; writing program policies, procedures, and reports; and conducting research and preparing recommendations for management; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Nice To Haves

General knowledge of: principles and practices of program management and supervision; federal and State laws and regulations governing social and health care services; current social and economic trends impacting eligibility for social services and programs; philosophy and purpose of social services programs; effective change management; quality management principles.
Ability to: establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with direct and indirect reporting staff, peers, superiors, legal entities, federal officials, other agencies and businesses; modify and/or adapt policies, procedures or methods to ensure program compliance and avoid federal penalties; define problems and identify relevant concerns to formulate logical and objective solutions; negotiate and exchange ideas, information and opinions with others to formulate policy recommendations; establish work priorities, delegate assignments, train, motivate, and supervise staff; write concise, logical, and grammatically correct analytical reports, correspondence and program documents; make oral presentations to persuade others to accept a specific opinion or achieve consensus, and to explain and/or promote ideas, procedures, policies, and actions; read and interpret complex legal documents such as federal and State laws, court decisions and attorney general’s opinions; organize material, information, and staff in a systematic way to meet objectives and optimize program effectiveness and efficiency; analyze information and statistical reports to plan for staff, program needs, budget preparation and evaluate program effectiveness.

Responsibilities

Management of the daily operations of the JJPO in accordance with the provisions of the Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention Act of 2002, which protects juveniles within the juvenile justice system from inappropriate placements and from harm, both physical and psychological, that can result from secure detention in juvenile detention centers and adult facilities.
Maintains the JJPO budget account.
Preparation and submission of grant applications.
Implement, monitor and evaluate federal and state sub-grants.
Apply all rules, regulations, policy and procedures of the Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention Act and appropriate regulatory authorities.
Develop, create, and submit comprehensive reports.
Data collection and analysis.
Function as an agency liaison and technical resource to stakeholders.
Perform meetings, training sessions and lectures.
Clearly communicates and supports Division values, goals and objectives.
Establish and monitor the accomplishment of unit and program goals and objectives to ensure programs are administered in compliance with federal and State regulations and in accordance with the goals and objectives of the agency.
Analyze and review data and reports regarding program participation and quality assurance activities; analyze economic and demographic trends and statistical data; determine the availability of resources; consult with administrators regarding agency and program goals and objectives.
Coordinate resources and activities with other chiefs and district or regional office managers; establish performance indicators and goals and objectives; monitor staff activities to determine progress in meeting goals and objectives and assess the quality of work performed; determine the impact and effectiveness of completed projects and assignments and plan for future changes or activities.
Direct the development and ensure implementation of State plans, policies, procedures, and support systems to maximize federal financial participation; review and interpret federal and State rules and regulations; research or direct staff to research the financial and operational impact to programs.
Analyze requested changes to computer and accounting systems and establish appropriate priorities; oversee the development of new or revised policies and procedures and secure administrative approval; respond to inquiries and requests for assistance in the implementation of policies, procedures and system changes; make decisions on unusual cases and operational issues; monitor program quality and compliance through review of management reports and results of on-site reviews.
Manage the development, negotiation and monitoring of cooperative agreements and program contracts to ensure services are provided and operations are conducted within program parameters; oversee the development of agreements, contract documents and amendments; evaluate and adjust reimbursement rates; conduct periodic reviews of personnel, equipment and program operations; meet with contractors and program personnel to evaluate performance and resolve problems associated with requirements set forth in agreements or contracts; determine whether financial reimbursement should be withheld in situations of non-compliance.
Develop or participate in the development and justification of legislative proposals to include drafting proposed legislation; determine fiscal and operational impact; gain the approval and support of administrative staff and present the agency's position to the legislature as requested.
Develop or participate in the development of operating and program budgets and monitor approved budgets; develop cost estimates and justification for new or expanded programs, purchase of equipment, and additional personnel; provide recommendations to administrators for incorporation into the agency budget; present budget proposal to the Budget Office and legislature as assigned; monitor revenues and expenditures and recommend alternatives for program operations in shortfall situations.
Supervise professional personnel and support staff and may provide administrative supervision to higher level professionals in a specialized area related to program operations; participate in interviewing applicants and selecting personnel; delegate authority and responsibility to staff; develop work performance standards and complete performance evaluations; ensure appropriate training is provided; provide counseling and guidance and initiate or recommend disciplinary actions.
Serve as a liaison with a variety of groups and individuals, professional advisory groups, community groups, federal staff at the regional and national levels, district attorneys and judges, the media, agency and division administrators, district and regional managers, and government officials to provide and gather information and to explain program policies and procedures.
Promote program goals and objectives; facilitate advisory group meetings; coordinate program activities among units, State agencies, and local government or community agencies; negotiate solutions to problems and resolve conflicts; and consult with federal regional program administrators on complex program issues.
Perform related duties as assigned.
Under general supervision, incumbents administer statewide social services programs which are small or narrowly focused in comparison to programs administered by higher level chiefs.
Areas of responsibility require an incumbent to interpret and apply federal and State regulations and agency policies and procedures.
Some incumbents at this level are assigned to oversee preparation of grant applications and proposals to secure funding for major division-wide programs and initiatives.
They supervise subordinate supervisors and professional staff who prepare and mediate contractual agreements; develop program standards and evaluate services through site visits and/or reports; review grant applications submitted by grantees; provide training to grantees; review service provider operations; monitor quality of services; research and compile data and prepare reports; and organize board and commission meetings.
These positions monitor and disburse grant funds to contractors who provide services to clients.