Chief of Social Work Services

Chief of Social Work Services 700-Newport News Dept Of Social Services Newport News, VA $69,000

• $138,000 a year
• Full-time $69,000
• $138,000 a year
• Full-time https://evqk.fa.us8.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX_1/job/5762/?utm_medium=jobshare Newport News, Virginia, United States Family Services Closing at: May 20 2026
• 00:00 EDT 700-

Newport News Dept Of Social Services Hiring Range:

$69,000 to $138,000

Full Time or Part Time:

Full Time Additional Detail This job announcement is a courtesy job post for the City of Newport News local Social Services agency. It is not a position of the Virginia Department of Social Services or any other Commonwealth of Virginia agency. Local employment opportunities may also be available through the local agency's city or county web Plans, develops and recommends priorities, goals and long range objectives pertaining to the management and direction of the Social Work Bureau; establishes and implements management systems and ensures the completion of assigned social work goals and objectives. Organizes and directs the work and activities; recommends internal branch organization and develops corrective action plans as needed. Advises staff on difficult issues and makes decisions on exceptional cases to manage and implement appropriate services and assistance. Responsible for the effective supervision and administration to include budget preparation and monitoring expenditures, staff development and training, succession planning, performance management, employee relations, prioritizing and assigning work and related activities. Evaluates resource needs and manages the effective deployment of resources. Participates on agency management teams to provide input into the development and implementation of agency policies; assists with strategic planning, research, studies and special projects; responds to inquiries related to Human Services programs and agency policies. Serves as a liaison to federal, state and local agencies, state communities, professional boards and task force groups. Collaborates with other agencies to develop and coordinate resources in order to establish effective working relationships; receives and make appropriate referrals. Monitors and analyzes the effectiveness of service delivery within department; prepares reports as needed. Remains abreast of current statewide policy initiatives and best practices related to social work. Performs other duties as assigned https://selfservice.nnva.gov/ess/EmploymentOpportunities/JobDetail.aspx?req=34343026&sreq=13&form=GENL&desc=CHIEF%20OF%20SOCIAL%20WORK%20SERVICES