REPOST Aiken County Director II / 61014540 Position Available In Aiken, South Carolina

REPOST Aiken County Director

II / 61014540


Salary
$83,302.00

• $111,500.00 Annually
  Location Aiken County, SC
  Job Type
  FTE
• Full-Time
  Job Number
  174869
  Agency
  Department of Social Services
  Division
  County Office-Aiken
  Opening Date
  06/17/2025
  Closing Date
  6/23/2025 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

AH50

Position Number:

61014540

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday

• Friday (8:30
• 5:00)
  Pay Grade
  GEN12
  Hiring Range
• Min.
  $83,302.00
  Hiring Range
• Max.

$111,500.00
Opening Date
06/17/2025
EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

All applicants must apply online. All correspondence from DSS Human Resources will be made through electronic mail, unless otherwise indicated.
Veteran Preference Statement
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

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Special Notice:

This is a REPOST

• Previous applicants need not re-apply for this position.

Do you have a passion to provide meaningful work in the community? Would you like to be part of an organization whose central mission is helping to protect, stabilize and strengthen the lives of children, families, and vulnerable adults? Then the South Carolina Department of Social Services has the right job opportunity for you.

Job Duties:

The Aiken County Director II organizes and directs the operation of a County Department of Social Services (DSS) office operations ensuring a positive work environment. Must be accountable for the financial operations, personnel practices, and delivery of services to clients through Human Service Programs and Economic Services Programs. Maintains working relationships with other service providers and presents a positive image of the agency in the community. Works under the direction of the Child Welfare Services Regional Director for Human Services.
Manages the staff that administers Human Services Programs. Coordinates Adult Protective Services, Child Protective Services and Foster Care Program ensuring that policy and procedures are adhered to.
Manages the staff that administers Economic Services Programs. Coordinates Family Independence and SNAP Programs ensuring that policy and procedures are adhered to.
Ensures the proper management, expenditure and record keeping of funds in order to maintain fiscal accountability. Prepares a budget for State and County funds.
Promotes and maintains positive agency communications with County Legislative Delegation, Foster Care Review Board, Guardian Ad Litem, County Advisory Board, County Government and other community partners.
Approves or disapproves all personnel actions. Approves or disapproves all expenditures of all funds.
Works to improve county DSS resources. Plans and coordinates activity with local county government regarding facility needs and other budgeted services provided by the county.
Responds to complaints and inquiries.
Participates and serves on various civic/county/regional boards and other community activities which have a direct relationship to DSS. Coordinates County Advisory Board meetings is applicable.
Ensures that personal identifying information (PII) is properly used, assessed, gathered, shared and disposed. Protects the agency networks and applications by safeguarding systems, equipment and data.
Performs other related duties as assigned
Minimum and Additional Requirements
A Bachelor’s Degree and four (4) years of experience in any combination of social work, management, business administration, administrative services or public administration.
A Master’s Degree and two (2) years of experience in any combination of social work, management, business administration, administrative services or public administration
Additional Comments
This application for employment with the SC Department of Social Services must be completed in its entirety. A resume may be included; but shall not be substituted in lieu of the completion of this application in part or in whole. “See Resume” is not acceptable information for the completion of any part of the requirements of this application. If such is submitted, this employment application will be considered incomplete and may not be forwarded as eligible for consideration to hiring managers.
Must possess a valid driver’s license and have access to and be able to operate a motor vehicle. Individuals must comply with necessary field work assignments. If you certify, by completion and submission of this application, that you possess educational credentials that qualify you for the available DSS positions, you will be required to provide a certified official transcript, if you are selected for job offer.
The South Carolina Department of Social Services offers an exceptional benefits package that includes:
Health, Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance for Employee, Spouse, and Children
15 days annual (vacation) leave per year
15 days sick leave per year
13 paid holidays
Paid Parental Leave
State Retirement Plan and Deferred Compensation Programs

DIVISION

Child Welfare Services / Aiken County Employer
State of South Carolina
Agency
Department of Social Services
Address
1535 Confederate Avenue Extension
Columbia, South Carolina, 29201
Phone
803-898-7315 ext. 2
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