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State of Nebraska - Norfolk, NE
posted about 2 months ago
About the position
The Service Area Administrator (SAA) at the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) plays a crucial role in planning, organizing, directing, and leading child welfare initiatives within the Northern and South-Eastern Service Areas. This position is dedicated to improving the lives of vulnerable citizens by fostering relationships with local officials, stakeholders, and community groups to achieve safety, permanency, and well-being outcomes for children and adults. The SAA will also guide administrative teams, mentor staff, and implement continuous quality improvement processes.
Responsibilities
- Plan, organize, direct, and lead child welfare in assigned service areas.
- Confer with local officials, stakeholders, tribal leaders, and community groups to develop sustainable resources.
- Ensure federal and state outcomes are met in safety, permanency, and well-being for served populations.
- Establish goals for the service area and delegate work activities to achieve those goals.
- Guide the administrative team to ensure consistent application of policies and procedures.
- Provide leadership and cultivate relationships with other administrators and supervisors.
- Serve as a coach and mentor to management and staff to improve teamwork and effectiveness.
- Develop and implement continuous quality improvement processes at the service area level.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in public/business administration, social behavioral sciences, program evaluation, or organization/management analysis.
- Proven experience in a managerial capacity with responsibilities in workload assignment, budget preparation, and employee performance evaluation.
- Experience working with diverse community groups and building consensus.
Nice-to-haves
- Master's degree in social work, public administration, or related field.
- Progressive supervisory, management, and leadership experience.
- Experience leading teams to comply with outcomes and regulations.
- Experience in public speaking and providing presentations.
- Experience working collaboratively with community partners, legal systems, and families.
Benefits
- Comprehensive pay and benefits package.
- Paid time off.
- Retirement opportunities.
- Professional development opportunities.
