Vacancy Announcement

Executive Director, State Council on Developmental Disabilities
Department of Human Services

Location: Bismarck
Salary: $2992 - $4986 per month
Closing Date: May 16, 2008
Position Number: 325-120-3624
Requisition Number: 295319
Status: Full-time, Regular
Type of Recruitment: Internal/External
Job Order Number: 173392
Date Posted to Web: April 24, 2008

Minimum Qualifications:

The successful applicant must possess skill sets needed to perform administrative and managerial work of considerable complexity. Ability to self-start, to multi-task and to manage substantial workflow with minimal direction and supervision is necessary. Computer literacy and ability to use other technology to complete required tasks; strong oral and written communications skills; and solid budget preparation/budget management capability are required. Working knowledge of the North Dakota legislative process is also essential.

Minimum educational requirements are:

Bachelor’s Degree with a major in business or public administration, social work, or a related behavioral science such as psychology, counseling and guidance, or child development and family relations, education or other human service related field and four years of related professional work experience in administering and managing human services programs.

Master’s degree in one of the fields listed above and two years of experience in administration.

Preference will be given to applicants who have experience working in the disability area, either with persons with disabilities or via disability programs.

Application Procedures:

Complete a State of ND Application for Employment (SFN 10950), which may be obtained at: http://www.nd.gov/hrms/jobs/apps/application.htm or from any ND Job Service Office.
Please include the position # and requisition # on your application. Also, provide specific details regarding how your education, experience and skills will qualify you for this position. A cover letter and resume may be included.
All application material must be received on or before the closing date at the following address: Department of Human Services, HR Division, 600 East Boulevard Avenue Dept 325, Bismarck ND 58505-0250; Fax: 701-328-1030; E-mail: dhshr@nd.gov.

For More Information, Assistance or Accommodation (including access to this announcement in alternative communication formats) Contact: Marcie Wuitschick, DHS HR Director
Telephone Number: 701-328-1290
TTY Number: 701-328-3480

In the interest of facilitating a smooth transition and maintaining program continuity, it is anticipated that the effective employment start date for the candidate selected will be on or about July 15, 2008.

Summary of Work:

Provide primary staff support to the State Council on Developmental Disabilities (SCDD); prepare state plans and budgets for the SCDD in accordance with applicable state and federal requirements; administer the overall implementation of the SCDD’s plan and direct the financial management of the authorized state budget and federal funding allotments; manage grant agreements with entities conducting projects and providing services for persons with developmental disabilities; advocate programs and policies that benefit persons with developmental disabilities and their families.

Benefits:

The ND Department of Human Services offers challenging work opportunities, a full range of employee benefits including a comprehensive employer-paid health plan, paid leave, a retirement plan, flexible work hours, and more. For more information, contact our website at: http://www.nd.gov/dhs.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The employing agency does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services, and complies with the provisions of the North Dakota Human Rights Act.

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