Deputy County Director / 61013360 Position Available In Lexington, South Carolina

Deputy County Director / 61013360

Salary
$75,556.00

• $80,105.00 Annually
  Location Lexington County, SC
  Job Type
  FTE
• Full-Time
  Job Number
  177261
  Agency
  Department of Social Services
  Division
  Human Services
  Opening Date
  06/18/2025
  Closing Date
  6/24/2025 11:59 PM Eastern
  Residency Requirement
  No

Class Code:

AH45

Position Number:

61013360

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday

• Friday (8:30
• 5:00)
  Pay Grade
  GEN11
  Hiring Range
• Min.
  $75,556.00
  Hiring Range
• Max.

$80,105.00
Opening Date
06/18/2025
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.

DESCRIPTION

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Job Responsibilities
Do you have a passion to provide meaningful contributions to your community? Would you like to be part of an organization whose central mission is helping to protect, stabilize and strengthen the lives of South Carolina’s children, families, and vulnerable adults? If so, the SC Department of Social Services has the right job opportunity for you!

Job Duties:

The Deputy County Director under limited supervision of the County Director, plans, organizes and directs the operation of a County Department of Social Services (DSS). Responsible for the administration of social service programs at the county level which includes public relations, program administration, human resource administration and facility management. Responsible for managing and overseeing operation of 2nd/Mid Shift in both Lexington and Aiken County. Works under the direction of the County Director. Manages the staff that administers Programs and Administrative functions to include Human Services, Economic Services, and Administration, i.e. Child Protective Services programs, such as Investigations, Family Preservation, and Foster Care, Economic Services Program (SNAP and TANF), as well as Administrative Units and the Clerical Department in the absence of the County Director. Plans, develops, implements, and evaluates training for all human services staff. Monitors program implementation and effectiveness and supervisory performance to plan new programs and allocate personnel and monetary resources. 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.
Plans, directs, manages, and evaluates the implementation of the role of Coordinator for Child Welfare Services for children who enter foster care through emergency protective custody by law enforcement or ex prate orders.
Ensures the proper management, expenditure, and record keeping of funds, in order to maintain fiscal accountability regarding Human Services expenditures.
Ensures that proper documentation is provided for all disciplinary action submitted to HR and/or County Director. Represents the County Director to other agencies and organization, as needed and maintains positive agency communications with County Legislative Delegation, Foster Care Review Board, Guardian Ad Leitem, County Advisory Board, County Government and other community partners.
Performs related duties as required and responds to complaints and inquiries.
Gather and Analyze program performance measures and implement actions plans. Achieve program outcomes and identify County specific trends and develop individual report to monitor and oversee compliance of child welfare services and delivery. 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.
Perform Red Cross Shelter Duty and other Emergency Shelter Services, as directed.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
Bachelor’s Degree and four (4) years of experience in any combination of social work, management, business administration, administrative services or public administration.
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.
May require some overnight travel. A valid SC driver’s license is required. Employee works under the direction of the County Director and may exercise within broad limits while ensuring compliance with appropriate state and federal laws and policies. 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, Vison, 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 / Lexington 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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