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Arkansas Department of Human Services · 3 weeks ago

Division Manager - This position has closed

Little Rock, AR

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$104K/yr - $154K/yr

5+ years exp

The Arkansas Department of Human Services is dedicated to serving others and improving lives. The DHS Division Manager provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for a major division, managing human service programs and ensuring regulatory compliance to enhance the well-being of Arkansans.

GovernmentPublic SafetyService Industry

Hiring Manager

Kim Asther

Responsibilities

Lead strategic planning, policy development, and program execution

Manage operations including budgeting, staffing, risk management, and compliance with state and federal regulations

Supervise high-level administrative and program staff; delegate responsibilities to ensure efficient service delivery

Analyze performance metrics, service gaps, and emerging issues to inform upper leadership

Represent the division/office in executive-level meetings, legislative hearings, and public forums

Ensure continuous quality improvement initiatives are implemented and sustained

Oversee the development of training programs, workforce development initiatives, and succession planning

Direct crisis response and emergency preparedness initiatives

Coordinate with DHS executive leadership to align division/office goals with department-wide strategic objectives

Qualification

Strategic planningProgram administrationHuman services knowledgeLeadership experienceEffective communicationTime managementProblem solving

Required

At least five years of experience in human services, public administration, program administration, or a related field, including two years in a leadership capacity

Knowledge of personnel policies and labor laws, strategic planning, and public sector frameworks

Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations governing human services and public administration, principles of fiscal management, and resource allocation

Ability to develop partnerships, lead large and diverse teams, and evaluate programs

Ability to communicate effectively with diverse communities, develop and coordinate financial plans, and make sound decisions under pressure

Skilled in time management, organization, and problem solving