DIRECTOR OF SOCIAL SERVICES IRC174697.
Director of Social Services
Positions # IRC174697.
Henrico, VA, US
County of Henrico Department of Social Services
About Us
Henrico County, a progressive employer of choice, provides job seekers with the promise of fair and competitive compensation; a close-knit atmosphere with low employee turnover; and a benefits package that helps secure financial stability.
Established in 1611, Henrico County has deep historical roots. Henrico County borders the City of Richmond to the west, north and east and constitutes approximately a third of the Richmond metropolitan areas. Henrico County is among the top-rated counties in the nation and was one of the first localities to adopt the County Manager Form of Government. Citizens of Henrico County are represented by an elected Board of Supervisors representing five magisterial districts.
Henrico County General Government currently has more than 30 agencies. Department Heads are appointed by the County Manager, with the exception of the elected constitutional officers. Henrico County is an equal opportunity employer and, when you join us, you will be surrounded by fellow
General Statement of Duties
Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, March 13, 2023.
Directs the administration of the County Social Services Department, which involves the provision of assistance and varied service activities for a large number of clients; does related work as required.
Essential Duties
Extensive knowledge of current social, economic, and health concerns and problems, of the philosophy and provisions of the federal Social Security Act, of administrative principles and practices, of casework philosophy and of methods of community organization; extensive knowledge of literature in the field of social work, of statistical analysis, of agency financing, of personnel policies and practices, and of methods of in-service training; good knowledge of casework methods and practices and methods of casework supervision; ability to work successfully with people, to plan and direct changing client needs; large agency operations, to analyze and interpret material and to work effectively with the community; ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; ability to maintain fiscal control and to establish budgetary priorities.
Minimum Qualifications
Possession of a master's degree in social work, public administration or a related field and six (6) years of directly related responsible work experience, including three (3) years in a supervisory, administrative or consultative capacity, and at least one (1) year in social work or eligibility determination; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
Additional Information
A criminal history record check and fingerprinting is conducted on all persons conditionally offered employment, including a conditional offer of initial employment, or a conditional offer to promote, demote, or laterally transfer an employee.
How To Apply
Closing Date: This position closes on Monday, March 13, 2023.
You apply for positions with Henrico County general government through our on-line applicant system, which is available 24-hours a day, 7-days a week with an Internet connection. Please access our job site portal through http://henrico.us/services/jobs or click on the Jobs link in the upper right hand corner of our main County page at http://henrico.us.
Minimum Salary 129846
Maximum Salary 238857
Currency USD
Main Organization General Government
General Government
Employment Status Permanent Fulltime
Permanent Full-timE