Program Consultant Sr. #RE049 (Repost)

Title: Program Consultant Sr. #RE049 (Repost)

State Role Title: Prog Admin Specialist II

Hiring Range: $65,000 - $75,000 per year (salary commensurate with experience)

Pay Band: 5

Agency: Department of Social Services

Location: DSS HOME OFFICE

Agency Website: https://www.dss.virginia.gov/

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

NOTE: This is a full-time, restricted position funded by a federal grant. The grant funding will expire on 6/30/2026; continuation beyond that date is contingent on the availability of grants funds.

At the Virginia Department of Social Services, we put people at the center of everything we do. We believe that every Virginian can live a life of dignity and that all voices, ideas and experiences contribute greatly to our pursuit of excellence. Inspired by continuous improvement, we commit ourselves to listening, learning and cultivating environments of trust, respect and positive engagement. Together, we are mission-driven, eager to achieve, and passionate about bringing the best of who we are to those we serve.

We design and deliver high-quality human services that help Virginians achieve safety, independence and overall well-being. We are a $2 billion agency – one of the largest in the Commonwealth of Virginia – partnering with 120 local departments of social services and 31 community action agencies, along with faith-based and non-profit organizations, to promote the well-being of children, adults, and families statewide. We proudly serve alongside 1,650 (state) and 12,200 (local) human services professionals throughout the Social Services System, who ensure that thousands of Virginia’s most vulnerable citizens have easy access to the services and benefits available to them.

Program Consultant Sr. is responsible for maintaining a constant state of readiness for the immediate implementation of repatriation activation by the Federal government to serve as the Office of New Americans’ point of contact for International Social Services (ISS) regarding individual repatriate arrival notification to Virginia. Serves as point of contact for any stakeholders who have questions about the plan and ensures that all activities of the Office of Human Services Emergency Preparedness and Response (OHSEPR) conduct quarterly tabletop exercises and/or training for all stakeholders who could be activated in case of emergency repatriation. Leads all reporting and re-application for Federal Emergency grant activities. Ensures all documentation required by OHSEPR is maintained and available to VDSS and OHSEPR leadership upon request. Monitors activities and ensures that VDSS/ONA is in full compliance with grant requirements. Develops and maintains close working relationships with the Virginia Department of Emergency Management (VDEM) in the coordination of mass repatriation.

Program Consultant Sr. will provide direct support to this position, coordinating service providers in providing direct services to the newly arriving repatriates.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience interpreting and applying policy regarding repatriation and demonstrated familiarity with the Virginia emergency mass repatriation and individual repatriation programs.
• Experience conducting training, preparing, and giving presentations, and using the Microsoft Office Suite.

KSAs and/or Competencies required to successfully perform the work
• Extensive knowledge of policies related to Government Emergency Repatriation.
• Familiarity with Virginia's emergency programs concerning mass repatriation.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain a Constant State of Readiness for the immediate activation of repatriation efforts.
• Capability to ensure that the necessary infrastructure is in place for the state government, local governments, and other agencies to provide a seamless and efficient repatriation experience for those returning.
• Ability to work effectively under deadlines and in emergencies.
• Skill in developing and maintaining productive relationships with federal, state, and local partners.
• Strong written and oral communication and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Willingness to travel for the duration of a mass repatriation event or for various coordination and training activities related to repatriation.

Additional Considerations

• Valid driver’s license

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