Texas Department of Family and Protective Services · 20 hours ago
CPI Special Investigations Program Director
Harlingen, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$6,095.84/mo - $7,761.50/mo
4+ years expThe Texas Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS) is dedicated to ensuring the safety and well-being of children and vulnerable adults. The CPI Special Investigations Program Director supervises Special Investigators, coordinating complex child protective investigations and providing essential training and guidance to staff.
Individual & Family Services
No H1B
Responsibilities
Plans, coordinates and monitors service delivery in program areas to ensure effective and efficient program operations
Works with other regional staff to address contract issues, develops regional procedures, shares problem solving on barriers to program goals, all in relationship with other Child Protective Services and agency staff
Selects, manages and develops staff through review of performance data, conferences, training and performance appraisals
Reviews casework decisions, when requested by the client or others to ensure decisions are appropriate and consistent with policies and procedures. Interprets program policies and procedures to program staff, other Family & Protective Services staff and the general public
Addresses and attempts to resolve client, community, and staff concerns and issues regarding individual cases and operating procedures
Reviews and provides consultation on complex, sensitive high-profile cases and staff issues. Develops and maintains effective working relationships between Child Protective Investigations, CPS and APS staff, the general public, legal, medical, educational and other community entities
Prepares management reports, analysis, correspondence, and related materials to keep management informed and responds to issues
Performs other duties as assigned and required to maintain unit operations. Promotes, monitors, and ensures that respect is demonstrated for cultural diversity
Attends work regularly in accordance with agency leave policy
Qualification
Required
Graduation from high school or equivalent
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in criminal justice, criminology, sociology, social work
Two years' experience as an investigator with child protection duties
Four years full-time consultative, supervisory, managerial, professional or technical work which must include: analysis or work problems having an administrative aspect and interpretation of complex written material; or program operations where a wide range of demands are involved, including interpretation of complex written material or DFPS experience
Four years full time law enforcement experience with primary duties involving the use of forensic investigation methods
Valid Texas Driver's License
Preferred
Currently a Licensed Texas Peace Officer or have been a licensed Peace Officer in the State of Texas in the past two years
Intermediate TCOLE Certification
Out of state law enforcement agency or United State Military licenses and certifications comparable to a Texas Peace Officer are acceptable
Benefits
100% paid health insurance for you, and 50% paid for eligible family members—saving you hundreds every month in out-of-pocket medical costs
Retirement plans with lifetime monthly payments after five years of state service, plus options to save even more with 401(k) and 457 plans
Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave so you can recharge and take care of life outside work (that’s time off you’re actually paid for)
Optional dental, vision, and life insurance —at rates much lower than most private plans
Flexible spending accounts for added tax savings on health and dependent care
Employee discounts on things like gym memberships, electronics, and entertainment
Public Service Loan Forgiveness, which could help you pay off federal student loans faster
Company
Texas Department of Family and Protective Services
Texas Department of Family and Protective Services is in charge of guarding those who are not guarded, such as children and the elderly.
10001+ employees
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