Hiring Range: $90,000 to $105,000 Full Time or Part Time: Full Time Brunswick Department of Social Services Board is seeking a dynamic, dedicated and experienced human services professional to lead a Level II social services department in Lawrenceville, Virginia. Brunswick County  has a population of 16,231 people with a median age of 43 and the county seat is Lawrenceville. The median household income is $49,597, which is less than the median annual income in the U.S. The median property value in Brunswick County is $115,100, and the home ownership rate is 75.7%. In 2021 there was a reported 7,918 housing units in the County with the median gross rent reported at $752. The civilian labor forces (16yr+) for 2017-2021 was 49.6%. Most people in the county commute to work with the average commute time being 32 minutes. Brunswick County  is steeped in rich history and heritage, offering a unique experience. Explore our charming towns and communities and discover the beauty of our lakes and rivers. Whether you prefer a leisurely stroll or an invigorating jog, our scenic trails cater to all. Enjoy a drive along our picturesque byways or back roads, meandering through the tranquil countryside. Escape the fast-paced lifestyle and take the time to relax and fully appreciate all that Brunswick has to offer. The mission of the Brunswick County Department of Social Services is to serve, protect, and support the citizens of Brunswick County experiencing need in ways that empower well-being and disrupt systemic inequities, and includes providing quality, accessible, and responsive services to the community, encouraging personal responsibility, strengthening individuals and families, and protecting vulnerable adults and children. Title Description- Director II is the second level in the group for Social Services Directors. Employees are responsible for all social service and financial program areas in a moderate size office with varied and complex programs and for supervising managers. The Social Services Director II level is distinguished from the Social Services Director III level by the latter’s having responsibility for a large office with local program requirements and complexity that require multiple levels of management and administrative and program units.  General Work Tasks (Illustrative Only) – Establishes the goals and objectives for the Department of Social Services;

Administers the Social Services Benefits Programs and Service Programs;

Authorizes, coordinates and directs the programs of multiple divisions;

Communicates the mission of the agency and duties of each division;

Manages and coordinates workflow of division managers;

Works with Board of Social Services in the preparation of agenda of administrative matters;

Recommends policy and legislation changes through the presentation of reports and budget items, impact statements and directives;

Makes short and long term decisions based on needs/problems, data, state and national trends and directives, and task force findings;

Obtains and manages the agency's resources;

Prepares agency budgets;

Tracks expenditures, anticipates trends and redirects resources based on priority of needs;

Authorizes expenditures for special funds;

Determines need for new programs/services or need to modify existing ones;

Interviews, hires, and reassigns staff as needed;

Communicates Social Services program;

Acts as a department spokesman with public and liaison on legislative issues; Serves on committees and board and gives presentations as needed or requested;

May delegate responsibilities of typical personnel matters and daily operation of the agency to division managers;

Approves special placements of children pending formal action by the Board of Social Services; communicates and plans with other human services administrators; and interprets policy and programs to other agencies.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge- Considerable knowledge of: the current social, economic, and health issues relating to clients in jurisdiction; Social Security Act; laws and regulations on administration of welfare services; social services offered in the county or city; available public and private resources and services for the needy; social work case load management; methods and techniques of counseling with clients; literature, trends and developments in the field of human services administration; and basic principles of community organization and supervision. Comprehensive knowledge of: management practices and principles of supervision;business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, and coordination of people and resources; principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, and personnel information systems; program planning, fiscal management and program funding sources; organization and structure of local, State and Federal government, and volunteer agencies, particularly regarding human services; and research methods and statistical analysis. Skills- Skill in operating office equipment including the personal computer and related equipment. Abilities- Demonstrated ability to: work effectively with others; communicate effectively both orally and in writing with diverse group of persons; conduct research; plan and direct social services programs of varied natures; interpret and implement policies and regulations and enforce Local, State, Federal laws, ordinances, rules and regulations; supervise the work of division managers that supervise multiple program and administrative supervisors; mobilize community support and generate community awareness of programs offered in the county; establish and implement effective management and administrative programs andprocedures; represent the agency before the Boards or Councils; provide reasoning and application of logical thinking for problem solving; provide leadership in system designs, personnel management, and budget formulation; negotiate contracts tosupport program and policy objectives; and analyze, initiate, concentrate and be creative with ingenuity. Education and Experience- Master's degree in human services field, a behavioral science, counseling, business or public administration or related field supplemented with professional experience in social work or other human services field with considerable supervisory or other management work experience OR any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  Considerable knowledge of: the current social, economic, and health issues relating to clients in jurisdiction; Social Security Act; laws and regulations on administration of welfare services; social services offered in the county or city; available public and private resources and services for the needy; social work case load management; methods and techniques of counseling with clients; literature, trends and developments in the field of human services administration; and basic principles of community organization and supervision. Comprehensive knowledge of: management practices and principles of supervision; business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, and coordination of people and resources; principles and procedures for personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and benefits, and personnel information systems; program planning, fiscal management and program funding sources; organization and structure of local, State and Federal government, and volunteer agencies, particularly regarding human services; and research methods and statistical analysis. Skill in operating office equipment including the personal computer and related equipment. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with others; communicate effectively both orally and in writing with diverse group of persons; conduct research; plan and direct social services programs of varied natures; interpret and implement policies and regulations and enforce local, state and federal laws, ordinances, rules and regulations. Supervise the work of division managers that supervise multiple program and administrative supervisors; mobilize community support and generate community awareness of programs offered in the county; establish and implement effective management and administrative programs and procedures; represent the agency before the Boards or Councils; provide reasoning and application of logical thinking for problem solving; provide leadership in system designs, personnel management, and budget formulation; negotiate contracts to support program and policy objectives; and analyze, initiate, concentrate and be creative with ingenuity. ADDITIONAL CONSIDERATIONS: Leadership Experience in a DSS setting. From or familiar with the city of Brunswick.  Master's degree in the human services field, behavioral science, counseling, business or public administration or related field supplemented with professional experience in social work or other human services field with considerable supervisory or other management work experience OR any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Employees must meet residency requirement of living within a 30-mile radius of Brunswick County or be willing to relocate within Brunswick County or the Lawrenceville area. Acceptable background checks and a valid driver's license allowing operation of a motor vehicle in the State of Virginia are required. Applicants will be subject to a Criminal History Background search, Central Registry search, OMV/driving record check, and/or pre-employment drug screen. This investigation may include: fingerprint checks (State Police, FBI), local agency checks, employment verification and references, verification of education (relevant to employment), credit checks (relevant to employment), and other checks requested by the hiring authority. This position is covered under Code of Virginia §63.2-1601.1 or §63.2-1720 requiring the finalist candidate to submit fingerprinting and provide personal descriptive information for a criminal history record check through the Central Criminal Records Exchange and a search of the Central Registry. All offers are contingent upon satisfactory results of the required checks and screenings. Driving record must meet local agency policy requirements. Employees must be willing to work in a local emergency shelter in the event of a natural disaster or emergency. SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS Applications for this position must be submitted electronically through this website. Mailed, e-mailed, faxed or hand delivered applications will not be accepted. This website will provide a confirmation receipt when the application is submitted for consideration. Consideration for an interview is based solely on the information within the application and/or resume. Please refer to your account for the status of your application and this position.