Section Chief, County Operations

ncdoi.gov

North Carolina, US
Base: $70,478 - $123,336; recruitment range: $70,4...
Not specified (assumed to be hybrid based on the nature of the role).
Statewide policy-practice alignment
Compliance oversight
Performance management
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is seeking a Section Chief for County Operations to lead and oversee county-administered Adult Services programs. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Adult Services management, with a focus on improving compliance and performance across multiple counties

Job Summary

  • The primary purpose of this position is to provide statewide leadership, oversight, and accountability for county-administered Adult Services programs in alignment with the Division of Social Services’ statutory responsibility to supervise, monitor, and ensure compliance, quality, and consistency across the county social services system.
  • The Section Chief ensures consistent, high-quality Adult Services practice across counties; directs implementation of state and federal requirements and initiatives; strengthens county capacity through training, guidance, and coaching; and uses data-informed decision-making to drive accountability, mitigate risk, and improve outcomes for older adults and adults with disabilities.
  • The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits, including health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program, as well as paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, and paid parental leave.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is seeking a Section Chief for County Operations to lead and oversee county-administered Adult Services programs. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Adult Services management, with a focus on improving compliance and performance across multiple counties.

Salary

Base: $70,478 - $123,336; Recruitment Range: $70,478 - $80,986; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • statewide policy-practice alignment
  • compliance oversight
  • performance management
  • system improvement
  • Adult Services programs

Nice-to-have

  • data-informed decision-making
  • strengthen county capacity
  • legal, fiscal, and operational complexity
  • political sensitivity

Key Requirements

  • Master's degree or Bachelor's degree in a discipline relative to the program area
  • Four years of related experience (Master's) or six years of related experience (Bachelor's)
  • Equivalent combination of education and experience

Work Rights

Not specified

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