The Department of Children and Families (DCF) is seeking a positive, effective professional to fill the role of*Director of Administration for Protective Operations and Clinical Support*. The selected candidate will report to the Deputy Commissioner for Protective Operations and support the needs of the Deputy Commissioner for Clinical Services and Support. The Director of Administration for Protective Operations and Clinical Support will oversee and direct all administrative activities within those two divisions. The role also supports the regional and area offices by participating in continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities, reviewing and producing caseload management data reports, and assisting regions in managing their services and administrative budgets. The Director represents the Deputy Commissioners for in various liaison roles both internal and external to the DCF. *_Duties and Responsibilities (these duties are a general summary and not all inclusive)_*: * Develops strategies, objectives, and systems to oversee the management of the Divisions’ budgets Review and approve provider invoices for payment * Oversee the Department’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and the Department’s Alternative Work Options Program (AWOP) * Coordinate the development of procurements that fall under the purview of protective operations * Provide support to the field by participating in continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities * Assist regional and area management teams to manage their services and administrative budgets * Represents the Deputy Commissioner for Protective Operations in various liaison roles * Support other Deputy Commissioners in various administrative activities. * Directly supervise Program Coordinator I Staff * Other duties as assigned *_Preferred Qualifications_*: * Knowledge of public child welfare system * Knowledge of service delivery and program development * Knowledge of Continuous Quality Improvement processes * Knowledge of procurement policies, procedures, and contract management * Knowledge of budget management and ability to allocate resources according to need * Ability to formulate and interpret agency objectives, policies, and procedures * Ability to demonstrate leadership * Skill in managing complex systems * Skill in evaluating programs * Ability to work independently and collaboratively * Proficiency with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and Outlook and other PC based software. *_TO APPLY_**:* Please upload both Resume and Cover Letter for this position when applying. *_About the Department of Children and Families/:/_* The Department of Children and Families (DCF) is committed to upholding the fundamental mission of protecting children from abuse and neglect to ensure they are able to grow and thrive in a safe and nurturing environment. DCF’s vision is that all children have the right to grow up in a nurturing home, free from abuse and neglect, with access to food, shelter, clothing, health care and education. DCF works toward establishing the safety, permanency, and well-being of the Commonwealth's children by stabilizing and preserving families; providing quality temporary alternative care, when necessary, safely reunifying families; and when necessary and appropriate, creating new families through kinship, guardianship or adoption. Preferred applicants will possess a demonstrated commitment to the core practice values: 1) child-driven, 2) family-centered, 3) community-focused, 4) strength-based, 5) committed to diversity/cultural competency, and 6) committed to continuous learning. For more information about our agency and programs visit: www.mass.gov/dcf *_Pre-Offer Process_**: * A criminal and tax history background check will be completed on the recommended candidate as required by the regulations set forth by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services prior to the candidate being hired. For more information, please visit http://www.mass.gov/hhs/cori and click on "Information for Job Applicants." Education, licensure and certifications will be verified in accordance with the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. Education and license/certification information provided by the selected candidate(s) is subject to the Massachusetts Public Records Law and may be published on the Commonwealth’s website. If you require assistance with the application/interview process and would like to request an ADA accommodation, please click on the link and complete theReasonable Accommodation Online Request Form For questions, please contact the Executive Office of Health and Human Services at 1-800-510-4122 and select option #4. MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must have at least (A) six (6) years of full-time or, equivalent part-time, professional, administrative, supervisory, or managerial experience in business administration, business management, public administration, public management, clinical administration or clinical management of which (B) at least two (2) years must have been in a project management, supervisory or managerial capacity or (C) any equivalent combination of the required experience and substitutions below. Substitutions: I. A certificate in a relevant or related field may be substituted for one (1) year of the required (A) experience. II. A Bachelor's degree in a related field may be substituted for two (2) years of the required (A) experience. III. A Graduate degree in a related field may be substituted for three (3) years of the required (A) experience. IV. A Doctorate degree in a related field may be substituted for four (4) years of the required (A) experience. Salary placement is determined by a combination of factors, including the candidate’s years of directly related experience and education, and alignment with our internal compensation structure as set forth by the Human Resources Division’s Hiring Guidelines. For all bargaining unit positions (non-management), compensation is subject to the salary provisions outlined in the applicable collective bargaining agreement and will apply to placement within the appropriate salary range. _*Comprehensive Benefits*_ When you embark on a career with the Commonwealth, you are offered an outstanding suite of employee benefits that add to the overall value of your compensation package. We take pride in providing a work experience that supports you, your loved ones, and your future. Want the specifics? Explore our Employee Benefits and Rewards! *An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.* The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law. Research suggests that qualified women, Black, Indigenous, and Persons of Color (BIPOC) may self-select out of opportunities if they don't meet 100% of the job requirements. We encourage individuals who believe they have the skills necessary to thrive to apply for this role. **Job:** **Community and Social Services* **Organization:** **Department of Children & Families* **Title:** *Director of Administration for Protective Operations and Clinical Support* **Location:** *Massachusetts-Boston-1 Ashburton Place* **Requisition ID:** *250002F1*