Project Manager #W1535

3 weeks ago

Henrico County, United States Commonwealth of Virginia Full time

Job Duties

At the Virginia Department of Social Services, we put people at the center of everything we do. We believe that every Virginian can live a life of dignity and that all voices, ideas and experiences contribute greatly to our pursuit of excellence. Inspired by continuous improvement, we commit ourselves to listening, learning and cultivating environments of trust, respect and positive engagement. Together, we are mission-driven, eager to achieve, and passionate about bringing the best of who we are to those we serve.

We design and deliver high-quality human services that help Virginians achieve safety, independence and overall well-being. We are a $2 billion agency – one of the largest in the Commonwealth of Virginia – partnering with 120 local departments of social services and 31 community action agencies, along with faith-based and non-profit organizations, to promote the well-being of children, adults, and families statewide. We proudly serve alongside 1,650 (state) and 12,200 (local) human services professionals throughout the Social Services System, who ensure that thousands of Virginia’s most vulnerable citizens have easy access to the services and benefits available to them.

In addition to a rewarding work experience, VDSS offers excellent health and life insurance benefits, pre-tax spending accounts, state funded Short and Long Term Disability, paid holidays, vacation, tuition assistance, free wellness programs, and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching – Employee Benefits.

The Virginia Department of Social Services, Division of Family Services (DFS) is currently seeking a Prevention & Protection Project Manager. In collaboration with DFS programs, this position is responsible for planning, managing, budgeting, and implementing projects, contracts and initiatives to support Division outcomes and goals especially those related to Prevention/In-Home and Protection programs, and the Child Protective Services/Adult Protective Services Hotline performance objectives. Monitoring project progress and setting deadlines to support efforts across the entire Department to align policies, programs, processes, resources and staff to achieve the system-wide goals; Managing, directing, and tasking staff across VDSS divisions to advance division, program and special human services projects/programs goals; Conducting comprehensive research to inform strategies for project management and using outcome data to drive decision-making and planning and to ensure benchmarks are met; Supervising efforts to establish and integrate an agency practice model that sets forth the Department's standards of professional practice; Leading cross-functional teams made up of agency staff and stakeholder groups related to any assigned project or program; Resolving issues that arise during the project implementation; Become familiar with funding associated with the project; Determining the appropriate strategies, processes, and resources necessary to advance projects/programs especially within the Prevention/In-Home and Protection Programs Unit; work closely with the Data Program and The Office of Continuous Quality Improvement, if needed, to evaluate project performance.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience managing, leading, coordination, and successful implementation of multifaceted projects specific to child welfare. Demonstrated experience in the administration of human services and child welfare services in progressively responsible positions. Experience with project management, conducting presentations, and effectively communicating data and analysis in a manner that is understood by various target audiences, such as family services workers, managers and stakeholders. Demonstrated ability in accountability, adaptability, budget management, creativity, leadership, delegation, decisiveness, forecasting, strategic thinking, time management and stress management when managing projects. Knowledgeable in change management, project management, and implementation science principles. Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills is necessary. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Extensive experience with Microsoft Suite, especially the development of PowerPoint presentations.

Additional Considerations

Extensive experience in child welfare work in a Virginia local department of social services. Extensive experience in Prevention/In-Home and Protection programs and the Child Protective Services/Adult Protective Services Hotline and working with community partners. Supervisory or team lead experience (as it relates to delegating responsibilities and monitoring task achievement). Experience with implementation science and/or organizational change and development in child welfare. Certification in Project Management and Change Management.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Selected candidate(s) must successfully pass a fingerprint-based criminal history background check. A record of criminal history does not automatically bar an applicant from consideration. Employment verification will be conducted to include current/previous supervisory employment reference checks.

VDSS will record information from each new employee’s Form I-9 (Employment Eligibility Verification) into the Federal E-Verify system to confirm identity and work authorization.

Selected candidate may be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

To be considered for this position, you must submit a Commonwealth of Virginia application or resume through the on-line “Virginia Jobs” (PageUp) employment site no later than 11:55 p.m. on the closing date listed. Each application is reviewed for documentation that shows the applicant meets the minimum and additional considerations as stated in the job announcement. The decision to interview an applicant is based on the information provided. Multiple positions may be filled from this recruitment within 90 days of the closing date.

The Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages diversity within its workforce.

VDSS does not provide sponsorship.

VDSS is an official certified state agency that values the service and experience of our Veterans. As such, Veterans are encouraged to apply and receive preference in the hiring process. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps and other national service alumni also are encouraged to apply. Reasonable accommodations are available to applicants, if requested, during the application and/or interview process.

If you have been affected by Policy 1.30 Layoff as a state employee and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Form) or a Preferential Hiring Card (Blue Card), you must submit this document through the “Virginia Jobs” (PageUp) employment site when you apply.

Contact Information

Name: VDSS - Division of Human Resources

Phone: ov

Email: ov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter.

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