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HYDE COUNTY SOCIAL SERVICES DIRECTOR

The Hyde County Board of Social Services is seeking qualified applicants for the pivotal role of Social Services Director. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in managing a variety of optional and required programs in this largely rural and coastal county with a population of less than 5,000. The Department of Social Services budget for 2024 -2025 is $1.9 million dollars, and there are sixteen employees. Applicants must meet the following qualifications established by the State Human Resources Commission.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Thorough understanding of public welfare programs' legal and philosophical basis. Considerable knowledge of principles and practice of social work. Thorough understanding of management principles, techniques, and practices. Knowledge of the agencys organization, operation, objectives, and applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations. Ability to exercise sound judgment in analyzing situations and making decisions; direct employees and programs in the various areas of responsibility; and develop and maintain effective working relationships with the general public and federal, state, and local officials.

MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• A masters degree in social work and two years of supervisory experience in the delivery of client services; or a bachelors degree in social work and three years of supervisory experience in the delivery of client services, one of which must have been in Social Services; or graduation from a four-year college or university and three years of supervisory experience in the delivery of client services, two of which must have been in Social Services; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.

Preference will be given to candidates with extensive experience in the development and administration of various social services programs in a social services organization in North Carolina. Considerable skill and experience in supervising social work and income maintenance staff is required. The salary will depend upon the experience, education, and salary history of the candidate chosen. Interest candidates must complete and submit the North Carolina Application Form (PD-107) and official transcripts to :

hr-director@hydecountync.gov

Please note the following information:

This position is opened until filled. The County Department of Social Services is an Equal Opportunity Agency and complies with the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act. Candidates must possess a valid North Carolina Drivers License and may be subject to a background check and drug screening.

SOCIAL SERVICES DIRECTOR

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Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit:

The Hyde County Department of Social Services provides protection to children and disabled adults, foster care and adoption services, guardianship services for children and disabled adults; fraud investigation; and financial assistance through Work First, Adult Medicaid, Family and Children Medicaid, Food and Nutrition, LIEAP, Emergency Assistance and Children's Health Choice.

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