Portage County
Health & Human Services Director
Portage County, Stevens Point, Wisconsin, United States, 54481
Overview
Located in the Heart of Wisconsin, Portage County is looking to hire a Health & Human Services Director. This leadership position is in Stevens Point, WI, and reports to the County Executive. The director is responsible for the administration of all services provided in Portage County through the Health and Human Services Department. The position includes management of the current divisions and programs: Division of Community Programs (Adult Mental Health Services, Adult Protective Services, Programs for Children with Special Needs, Jail Support Services, Portage House and AODA Services); Division of Children and Families (Child Protective Services, Child Support Services, Family and Employment Support, Youth Justice Court Services and Foster Care); Division of Public Health (Community Health, Environmental Health, WIC, Communicable Disease Investigation, Prenatal Care Coordination, School Health, Public Health Planning/Education, Healthy People of Portage County); and Division of Administration/Business Services. The director will develop and sustain partnerships with local and regional organizations to achieve outcomes for target populations and will participate as a collaborative member of Portage County’s management team under the direction of the County Executive. The position is an appointed position per Wisconsin State Statutes 59.17 (2). Minimum Qualifications
Master’s Degree in a human service field, public administration, business administration, or other related field. Four to seven years of experience in managing a major human service agency or multiple human service governmental programs. Previous supervisory experience. Demonstrated ability to work with elected officials, the public, and union officials. Prior experience with contract negotiation and grievance resolution preferred. Any combination of education and experience that provides the equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Benefits
Portage County offers a robust benefit package that includes: Vacation — available on day one Health insurance — choice of two plans (Health Savings Account with a County contribution or a PPO Co-pay plan) Wellness incentive plan with health insurance enrollment — up to $600 per year Flexible spending account Dental insurance State of Wisconsin Retirement Plan — County contribution of 6.95% Paid holidays Paid sick leave Life insurance — premium paid by the County (must work a minimum of 30 hrs/wk) Long term disability insurance — premium paid by the County (must work a minimum of 30 hrs/wk) EAP (Employee Assistance Plan) — paid by the County 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program Application Deadline
is Friday, October 17th at 4:30 p.m. Portage County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Located in the Heart of Wisconsin, Portage County is looking to hire a Health & Human Services Director. This leadership position is in Stevens Point, WI, and reports to the County Executive. The director is responsible for the administration of all services provided in Portage County through the Health and Human Services Department. The position includes management of the current divisions and programs: Division of Community Programs (Adult Mental Health Services, Adult Protective Services, Programs for Children with Special Needs, Jail Support Services, Portage House and AODA Services); Division of Children and Families (Child Protective Services, Child Support Services, Family and Employment Support, Youth Justice Court Services and Foster Care); Division of Public Health (Community Health, Environmental Health, WIC, Communicable Disease Investigation, Prenatal Care Coordination, School Health, Public Health Planning/Education, Healthy People of Portage County); and Division of Administration/Business Services. The director will develop and sustain partnerships with local and regional organizations to achieve outcomes for target populations and will participate as a collaborative member of Portage County’s management team under the direction of the County Executive. The position is an appointed position per Wisconsin State Statutes 59.17 (2). Minimum Qualifications
Master’s Degree in a human service field, public administration, business administration, or other related field. Four to seven years of experience in managing a major human service agency or multiple human service governmental programs. Previous supervisory experience. Demonstrated ability to work with elected officials, the public, and union officials. Prior experience with contract negotiation and grievance resolution preferred. Any combination of education and experience that provides the equivalent knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Benefits
Portage County offers a robust benefit package that includes: Vacation — available on day one Health insurance — choice of two plans (Health Savings Account with a County contribution or a PPO Co-pay plan) Wellness incentive plan with health insurance enrollment — up to $600 per year Flexible spending account Dental insurance State of Wisconsin Retirement Plan — County contribution of 6.95% Paid holidays Paid sick leave Life insurance — premium paid by the County (must work a minimum of 30 hrs/wk) Long term disability insurance — premium paid by the County (must work a minimum of 30 hrs/wk) EAP (Employee Assistance Plan) — paid by the County 457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan Public Student Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program Application Deadline
is Friday, October 17th at 4:30 p.m. Portage County is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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