JOB LISTING

Director of Health and Human Services

Organization: Waukesha County Government

Summary:

SALARY:

$126,318.40 - $155,272.00 Annually

OPENING DATE: 03/01/13

CLOSING DATE: Continuous

DESCRIPTION:

To be responsible for the development, administration, and direction of a comprehensive range of programs and services addressing mental health, public health, child welfare, elderly, disability, and long-term care services, veterans’ services, and other social services for the County; to direct the management of contracted services; to serve as the Health Officer for the County; and to perform other duties as required.

Description:

Develops, directs and administers the programs, activities, contracts and services provided and/or managed by the Department of Health and Human Services.
Provides direction and leadership to the department by responding to changing trends in legislative, societal, and community needs with progressive and innovative programs and services.
Directs the preparation and administration of the department's operating and capital budget and the authorization and implementation of approved expenditures.
Oversees and approves the purchasing, monitoring and evaluation of contracted services in the department.
Oversees the coordination, implementation, and reporting activities of the Department of Health and Human Services to secure and maintain Federal and State generated funding, grants, and other resources.
Oversees the provision of public health services including control and prevention of communicable diseases, and special programs addressing community needs.
Oversees the provision of mental health services including in patient and out patient psychiatric and psychological services, and psychiatric nursing services.
Represents the County on special state committees, projects, and task forces.
Interacts and negotiates grants, contracts, services, and budgets with State DHSS and Department of Health Officials.
Directs the development and oversees the implementation of the strategic plan for the department.
Advises and makes recommendations to the County Executive, County Board Chairman, Health and Human Services Board, citizen boards, committees, commissions, and State authorities on issues related to health and human services programs.
Responds to public speaking invitations, interacts with the media, and conducts oral presentations to promote public education and awareness of department service programs and activities.
Monitors federal and state administrative policies and legislative proposals for impact on the department.
Directs the selection, supervision, and evaluation of all medical, managerial, supervisory, professional, and support staff and is responsible for the department's overall direction.
Develops and maintains effective working and public relations with representatives of federal, state, and local government, community officials, service providers, and elected officials.
Participates in collaborative efforts or initiatives to meet and address the needs of the County community.
Directs the State required, public input and participation process by presenting department policy recommendations to the Health and Human Services Board.
Directs, develops, and manages emergency preparedness plans and events, including chemical, biological, nuclear, radiological terrorism event or natural disaster.
Performs other duties as required.

Requirements:

Thorough knowledge of the modern principles and practices of business administration, including budgeting, planning, administration, management, supervision, and program evaluation.
Thorough knowledge of the role of health and human service programs and the objectives of a public agency providing these services.
Thorough knowledge of service analysis and public relations.
Thorough knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, rules and regulations regarding the operation of a multi faceted range of health and human services related programs, and activities.
Thorough knowledge of Emergency Government and Incident Command Structures and Protocols, including First Responder Roles and Responsibilities.
Comprehensive knowledge of confidentiality statutes and requirements, including the Health Insurance portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) of 1996.
Comprehensive knowledge of the laws, codes, and regulations pertaining to treatment programs.
Comprehensive knowledge of governmental grant procedures.
Working knowledge of computerized department program software, Internet access, and database, spreadsheet and word processing programs.
Ability to utilize word processing, database, and spreadsheet programs.
Ability to coordinate, direct, and supervise activities of a large organization and staff.
Ability to plan, organize, and evaluate the work of others.
Ability to develop, interpret, and apply rules, directives, and policies, and federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations.
Ability to evaluate and direct the development of programs for client services and referrals.
Ability to plan, organize, and effectively present ideas and concepts to various boards, committees, departments, and employees.
Ability to communicate in public forums to promote the department's mission and objectives.
Ability to lead the department in responding to changing social and legislative trends.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

You must meet these minimum Training and Experience requirements:

Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree in sociology, social work, psychology, rehabilitation, hospital administration, business or public administration, or a closely related field.
Five (5) years of responsible work experience in budgeting, planning and program management in human services or a closely related field, three (3) years of which were in a supervisory capacity.
Graduation from a recognized college or university with a master's degree in sociology, social work, psychology, rehabilitation, hospital administration, business or public administration, or a closely related field will substitute for one (1) year of experience.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

Director of Health and Human Services

Waukesha County is recruiting for a talented professional to serve as its next Director of Health and Human Services.

This position is responsible for the development, administration, and direction of a comprehensive range of programs and services addressing mental health, public health, child welfare, elderly, disability, and long term care services, veterans’ services and other social services for the County; and to direct the management of contracted services. The Health and Human Services Department has a budget of $64 million and over 400 employees.

Successful candidate must possess excellent communication, organization, analytical, problem solving and interpersonal skills; and ability to demonstrate creative and innovative thinking.

Minimum Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in sociology, social work, psychology, rehabilitation, hospital administration, business or public administration, or a closely related field.
Five (5) years of responsible work experience in budgeting, planning and program management in human services or a closely related field, three (3) years of which were in a supervisory capacity.
Master’s degree in a closely related field may substitute for one (1) year of the experience.

Special Instructions:

Please mention you learned of this employment opportunity on the Careers In Government website.

For complete position details, please see our website at: www.waukeshacounty.gov/employment

Salary Range: $127,962 - $157,290 plus excellent benefit package.

Waukesha County has a population of 390,730 and is located in the Southeast corner of Wisconsin, next to the Milwaukee Metropolitan area, two hours northwest of Chicago, 30 minutes from downtown Milwaukee and approximately one hour from Madison. To learn more about Waukesha County and its 2013 budget, visit our web site at www.waukeshacounty.gov .

Please attach a cover letter and resume to application at www.waukeshacounty.gov/employment:

Waukesha County

Human Resources Division

(262) 548-7044

(262) 548-7903

Equal Opportunity Employer

www.waukeshacounty.gov

Director of Health & Human Services Supplemental Questionnaire


*	1.	What size budget are you responsible for managing?

*	2.	How many people do you manage and supervise? Include direct and indirect reports.

*	3.	Please describe the various services and programs that you manage, including the breadth.

*	4.	Please describe your experience with non-profit organizations through contracts and your community involvement.

*	5.	How do you interact with the finance and/or budget function in your jurisdiction?

*	6.	Please describe your familiarity and experience with case management technology, mobile technology utilization, and electronic medical records.

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