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Lake County Government Human Services Director. in Leadville, Colorado
POSITION: Human Services Director.
DUTIES: The Human Services Director, is responsible for carrying out a variety of state and federal programs in Lake County on behalf of the State of Colorado. This includes numerous state assistance programs such as Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Old Age Pension (OAP), Home Care Allowance (HCA), Colorado Works (TANF), Colorado Childcare Assistance Program (CCCAP), Child Support Services, Child Welfare, Adult Protection, and Prevention Programming for youth at risk of child welfare involvement. The Department of Human Services is also responsible for determining eligibility for Health First Colorado (State Medicaid) and Emergency Service Function 6: Mass Care and Mass Shelter in the event of a disaster. Human Services Director is responsible for managing all staff and department functions by providing highly responsible administrative, quality control, fiscal management, and customer service within the Human Services Department. A full job description can be found on th
REQUIREMENTS: A bachelor s degree from an accredited college or university in Social Work, Psychology, Behavioral Sciences, Human Services, Education, Business or Public Administration, or a related field that has included coursework in management of human services programs is required, master s degree strongly preferred. Five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in human services programs.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS: An equivalent combination of education, formal training, lived and work experience that produces the knowledge, skill, and ability to perform the essential duties/responsibilities of the position. Must possess and maintain a valid Colorado Driver s License and satisfactory driving record. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: As part of your duties as a county employee, you may be called upon to perform duties outside your day-to-day activities to support county emergency operations. All county employees are required to complete National Incident Management System (NIMS) training within the first 6 months of employment. Must be willing to submit to a background screen.
PREFERRED: A master s degree is strongly preferred. Experience working within the public sector, especially local government, is strongly preferred. WAGE: The salary is $90,000 to $100,000 annually dependent on experience and qualifications.
SHIFTS: This is a Full-Time, Exempt position working primarily Monday through Friday from 8:00 am until 5:00 pm. Actual days and hours to be discussed at interview.
JOB SITE: Leadville, CO.
BENEFITS: Employer sponsored Medical and Dental Insurance Plans. 100 % Employer Paid Vision Plan, flexible spending Account. Health Reimbursement Account. Employer-sponsored Short-Term Disability Insurance. Supplemental Life Insurance Plans. 401(a) and 457(b) Employer Matched Retirement Plans, Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Days and Holidays. Employee Assistance Program and Public Health Emergency leave as well as more.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: If you meet the minimum requirement for this position, please click on "How to Apply" to view application information. You must be registered with Connecting Colorado to view the application information (registration is available at no cost to you. To apply submit an application and resume & cover letter online.
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