Deputy Division Administrator

  • State of Nevada
  • Carson City, Nevada
  • Mar 08, 2024
Full Time Administration and Management Other

Job Description

Announcement Number: 1075025677

Joe Lombardo
Governor
Richard Whitley, MS
Director
DEPARTMENT OF
HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES
DIVISION OF CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES
Helping people. It's who we are and what we do.
Marla McDade
Williams, MPA
Administrator
DEPUTY DIVISION ADMINISTRATOR CHILD WELFARE SERVICES
UNCLASSIFIED
Recruitment Open To:All qualified persons.
RECRUITING FOR:
The Division of Child and Family Services (DCFS) is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Deputy
Administrator, Child Welfare. Nevada operates a state-administered, county-run child welfare system in
the urban counties and a state-administered, state-run child welfare system in the rural counties. The
Deputy Administrator for Child Welfare is responsible for the leadership, administration and oversight for
all Child Welfare programs and services statewide. This includes leading the state central office which
oversees child welfare services in the large urban areas of the state, along with establishing necessary
standards for program oversight, quality assurance, and creating a statewide comprehensive and
coordinated child welfare system. Is also responsible for direct management of the child welfare system in
rural Nevada. The rural system includes child protective services, child welfare services, and clinical and
case management services. The child welfare programs offered respond to caregiver maltreatment/neglect
of children and address children's needs to achieve permanency and well-being through provision of foster
care services, adoption services, independent living services, and clinical services. This is an unclassified
position within Nevada State Government and is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the
Administrator of the Division of Child and Family Services.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
A bachelor's degree or master's degree with major course work in social work, psychology, criminal justice,
business administration, public administration or other field related to child welfare. The preferred
candidate will have a minimum of 3 years successful management and leadership experience
administering a comprehensive child welfare system; demonstrated knowledge and experience in the law,
theories and principles related to child abuse and neglect, and child welfare; program planning,
development and evaluation; public administration to include policy development and administration of a
complex budget; the legislative process to include working cooperatively with legislators and supporting
legislation, programs and budgets before legislative committees; collaborating with governmental and
private entities and families to develop and implement programs and services; OR an equivalent
combination of education and experience.
SALARY AND Benefits:
This position is compensated up to $136,849 employer/employee paid retirement. Excellent benefits
package including health, dental, and vision insurance, Public Employees Retirement Plan, three weeks
paid vacation, three weeks sick leave, twelve paid holidays, and no state, county, city, or social security
tax! In addition, relocation assistance may be available.
4126 Technology Way, Suite 300
• Carson City, Nevada 89706
775-684-4400
• Fax 775-684-4455
• dcfs.nv.gov

DCFS in genuine partnership with families, communities, and other governmental agencies provides
support and services to assist Nevada's children and families in reaching their full human potential. We
recognize that Nevada's families are our future and children, youth, and families thrive when they live in
safe permanent settings, experience a sense of sustainable emotional and physical wellbeing, and receive
support to consistently make positive choices for their family and the common good. DCFS is an
extremely complex organization with incredibly dedicated and professional staff committed to serving
Nevada's youth and families!
TO APPLY:
Please submit a cover letter and detailed resume that includes a description of employment history to
include name and addresses of employers, scope of responsibility, reasons for leaving, and professional
references to:
Division of Child and Family Services
Attn: Recruitment Manager
4126 Technology Way, Suite 102
Carson City, NV 89706
Email to: dcfsrecruiting@dcfs.nv.gov
A criminal history check is required as a condition of employment.
Open until recruitment needs are satisfied.
4126 Technology Way, Suite 300
• Carson City, Nevada 89706
775-684-4400
• Fax 775-684-4455
• dcfs.nv.gov


Closing Date/Time: Until recruitment needs are satisfied

Job Address

Carson City, Nevada United States View Map