What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Bureau of Early Intervention Services and Family Supports position at Commonwealth of PA?
THE POSITION
Do you want to lead an organization that provides coaching support and services to families with children, from birth to age five, with developmental delays and disabilities? The Department of Human Services (DHS) is seeking an experienced professional to direct the Bureau of Early Intervention Services and Family Supports. If you have a strong background in human services or social services program development, and a passion for enhancing learning opportunities for young children, apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As the Director of the Bureau of Early Intervention Services and Family Supports, you will be responsible for implementing and overseeing state and federally funded programs; developing policies; addressing programmatic issues; managing a bureau of professional and support staff; and collaborating with state and federal agencies, intermediate units, school districts, county administrators, and advocacy groups. Advance your career and champion our mission to support families in meeting the developmental needs of their children!
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.
Work Schedule and Additional Information:
- Full-time employment
- Work hours are 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch. Schedule negotiable based on operational need.
- Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. You may be required to report to the Harrisburg office to attend meetings, as determined by your supervisor.
- Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
- You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:
- Six years of professional human services or social services program development and evaluation experience, including three years of supervisory experience, and a bachelor’s degree; or
- An equivalent combination of experience and training including three years of supervisory experience in a human services or social services program.
Additional Requirements:
- You must have at least 3 years of early intervention experience.
- You must be able to perform essential job functions.
How to Apply:
- Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
- If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
- Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
- Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
Veterans:
- Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.employment.pa.gov/Additional Info/Pages/default.aspx and click the Veterans’ Preference tab or contact us at ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov.
Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
- 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).
If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
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