Health & Human Services Program Manager- Social Services

County of San Luis Obispo · United States

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of program management, oversight, and accountability as applied to health or human services programs
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, policies, and funding requirements governing health or human services program design, delivery, and administration
• HHS program policy development, service delivery models, and performance management
• Budget preparation and control, grant administration, and contract management related to health and human services programs
• Methods of analyzing program performance, service outcomes, compliance data, and operational risks
• Effective verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
• Applicable local, state, and federal rules, regulations, and laws
• Principles, practices, and procedures of supervision, leadership, mentoring, evaluation, training, team dynamics, and team building

Ability to:

• Provide leadership and direction for health or human services programs and exercise full program-level accountability
• Establish and implement program policies, procedures, goals, and performance measures within applicable legal, regulatory, and funding frameworks
• Develop and manage program budgets, grants, contracts, and other assigned resources
• Analyze program performance, service delivery outcomes, compliance requirements, and direct program improvements
• Exercise sound judgment, initiative, and discretion in matters with significant service, fiscal, regulatory, or public impact
• Evaluate, apply, and ensure compliance with complex and evolving laws, regulations, and funding requirements
• Utilize computer systems and software including those applications specific to the department, division, and/or program
• Promote an organized, professional, and safety-conscious work environment
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing to a diverse population of individuals and groups
• Foster effective and positive working relationships with individuals from diverse perspectives by demonstrating strong interpersonal skills, including active listening, effective communication, advisory expertise, mediation, conflict resolution, and consensus building

Education and Experience

A combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

An example of qualifying education and experience includes: Possession of a bachelors degree from an accredited four-year college or university in public health, social services, behavioral sciences, or a closely related field. In addition, three years of progressively responsible professional experience in the planning, coordination, administration, or management of health, housing, or human services programs, including responsibility for program operations, budgets, contracts, grants, and staff.

Applications, including answers to supplemental questions, must be submitted online by the final filing date. Apply for this position at governmentjobs.com/careers/slocountyca . Most County recruitments require you to respond to supplemental questions as part of the application process. We recommend that you review these questions prior to beginning your application.

An initial application review will be conducted. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications and are best qualified will be invited to participate in selection activities which may include online assessments, performance exams, written exams, and interviews.

Final candidates will be required to have an in-depth background review performed before proceeding in the process. Please note that references will not be contacted until the end of the process.

If you have questions or would like to discuss the opportunity further, please contact Human Resources at hr@co.slo.ca.us . Confidential inquiries are welcomed.

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