Date Posted:

June 8, 2022

Salary:

$127,632 – $155,160 Annually DOE

Description:

Under the direction of the Board of Supervisors, the Director of Social Services plans, organizes, coordinates and controls the eligibility, administrative and social services sections of the department; formulates and develops policies and procedures in conformance with State and federal regulations, legislation and directives; and supervises and evaluates the performance of staff. Duties: • Provide leadership with a positive presence, demonstrating initiative and good judgment; is action oriented, treats people with respect, and is open and approachable. • Direct all aspects of the operations of the Agency, conferring frequently with subordinate leadership staff in developing and implementing programs, policies, goals, and objectives of the Agency. • Oversee planning, development, integration, and monitor and evaluate a variety of social services and financial assistance programs of the County; directly supervise and coordinate the social services’ activities. • Plan the activities of the Agency, including development and timely implementation of the Agency’s goals and strategic plans.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will be an energetic, results oriented leader with exceptional communication skills and a proven track record of navigating culture change, identifying best practices, fostering strong business relationships and a collaborative team-oriented working environment, and the ability to achieve results through others. The successful candidate will possess a strong understanding of Social Services Agency programs and objectives, public procurement and budgeting practices, and County government. Key attributes also include responsiveness and political astuteness. The most qualified candidates will demonstrate their ability to lead a talented and professional staff and manage a large, complex, and challenging social services agency. With new regulatory rules, eligibility requirements and continuum of care reform, the Director of Social Services will work closely with SSA leadership and partners developing and implementing business process improvements and best practices to meet the changing landscape and community needs.

How to Apply:

For more details about this opportunity, please visit the job brochure at: https://koffassociates.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Rev4-Imperial-County-DSS-Brochure.pdf. To be considered, please submit a resume, cover letter, and four work-related references (who will not be contacted in the early stages of the recruitment) at: https://koffassociates.com/director-of-social-services/. Resumes should reflect years and months of positions held. For additional information, please contact: Carlo Zabala at: (510) 342-3233 Email: czabala@koffassociates.com Website: https://koffassociates.com/ Imperial County is located in the Imperial Valley, bordering both Arizona and Mexico. Recreational opportunities are abundant in the area with water sports at the Colorado River; hunting, camping, and off-road activities in the rugged mountains and desert sand dunes. The Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, California’s largest state park, the Salton Sea State Recreation Area, Algodones Sand Dunes, Fossil Canyon, Painted Gorge, and Salvation Mountain are just a few of the unique parks in the region.

Filing Deadline:

7/8/2022