Child Care Subsidy Program Manager #W3003

Title: Child Care Subsidy Program Manager #W3003

State Role Title: Program Administration Manager III

Hiring Range: $105,000 - $116,633/yr. (commensurate with experience)

Pay Band: 6

Agency: Department of Social Services

Location: DSS HOME OFFICE

Agency Website: www.dss.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

At the Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS), 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.

In addition to a rewarding work experience, VDSS offers excellent health and life insurance benefits, pre-tax spending accounts, state funded Short and Long Term Disability, paid holidays, vacation, tuition assistance, free wellness programs, and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching – Employee Benefits.

The Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS), Division of Benefit Programs is currently seeking a Child Care Subsidy Program Manager. This position is responsible for the administration of the Child Care Subsidy Program, which strives to increase the availability, affordability and quality of child care, promote children’s learning and development, and promote families’ self-sufficiency. This position works collaboratively with the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE) and other internal and external stakeholders in policy development, planning, monitoring, and IT systems by providing leadership, serving as a subject matter expert, and ensuring policies are implemented effectively at the local level.

Minimum Qualifications

• Considerable experience in overseeing operations and staff within a local department or a comparable field in human services or a related sector.
• Comprehensive experience in a human service field, particularly in program administration.
• Knowledge of supervisory techniques and management principles to motivate and develop staff.
• Knowledge of human service programs and/or early childhood care and education programs, particularly the Child Care Subsidy Program.
• Knowledge of the state supervised locally administered human services delivery system.
• Knowledge of Department systems used in program management, such as VACMS.
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to implement and evaluate programs, including analysis of policies, laws, and regulations.
• Ability to build and maintain critical relationships with internal and external partners/stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.
• Skill at speaking and writing in clear, concise language suitable for the audience.
• Ability to analyze information, draw conclusions, and develop and implement solutions.
• Knowledge of HR rules and requirements.
• Valid Driver's License required.

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