About This Job Employees in this class manage, direct, and coordinate the activities and operations of program specialists engaged in auditing county public assistance, food stamp, and other federally mandated programs; multiple supervisors within one or more county Human Resources programs, including family and children services, public assistance, food stamp, child support, and adult services; or supervise, direct, and coordinate a sub-section within a state-level program division. Work includes planning, supervising, and reviewing the work of staff involved in process evaluation, policy development, training, and/or consultation services; organizing and managing one or more county programs; coordinating assigned program activities with other state and county programs; evaluating reports and making recommendations for improvement; and providing highly complex staff assistance to higher-level management staff. Work is performed with considerable independence under the general supervision of an administrative superior and is reviewed for conformance to regulations and departmental standards and policies through reports, conferences, and program effectiveness. Minimum Qualification(s)
- Graduation from an accredited* four year college or university with a Bachelor’s degree in any major
- Four (4) years of increasingly responsible professional experience to include one (1) year of supervisory or administrative experience
OR
- Graduation from an accredited* four year college or university with a Master’s degree in any major
- Three (3) years of increasingly responsible professional experience to include one (1) year of supervisory or administrative experience
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Applicants must possess a valid Alabama driver license at the time of appointment.
NOTE
- Per §38-13-3(a)(3), Ala. Code (1975), persons who apply for child welfare or adult protective service jobs after November 1, 2000 will be subjected to a criminal background investigation upon employment with the Department of Human Resources.
Evaluation Process
- This position is open to all applicants.
- An evaluation of Training and Experience as provided on the application will comprise 100% of the final score.
Ready to Apply? Click the “Apply” link above and complete the online application.
Complete Your Application Carefully Your application must include detailed information about your education and work experience so we can determine your eligibility for the position.
Before submitting your application:
- Make sure your application is updated to include your current or most recent employment.
- Do not combine multiple jobs into one Work Experience entry. List each employer, job, promotion, or change in job title separately, with accurate beginning and ending dates and a complete, detailed description of the duties performed for each separate job.
- Incomplete applications will be rejected and cannot be supplemented or revised after submission.
Please note: A resume, if attached, will not be considered in the evaluation process for placement on the eligible list. Only education and work experience documented in the appropriate sections of the completed application will be reviewed for qualification and evaluation purposes.
This is a continuous announcement and may be closed at any time without prior notice. Applicants are encouraged to apply promptly.
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*For complete information on State Personnel’s policy for accepting post-secondary and advanced degrees, click here.
Benefits
State of Alabama Employee Benefits
WORK & LIFE BALANCE
13-29 days of annual leave per year (increases with every five years of service)
- • • 13 paid holidays per year
- • • 13 sick days per year
- • • 1 personal day (or Mardi Gras in Mobile/Baldwin)
LOW-COST INSURANCE
Have peace of mind with low-cost medical, dental, and vision coverage available for you and your family.
PAID PARENTAL LEAVE
Up to 8 weeks at 100% base pay. Full details are available on the State Personnel Department website.
GREAT RETIREMENT OPTIONS
Defined benefit for life.
- • • Deferred compensation plans available.
EMPLOYEE DISCOUNTS
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ADDITIONAL BENEFITS COULD INCLUDE:
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Alabama State Parks Travel Discounts Free Alabama Public Library Services State Wellness Center Discounts
NOTE: SOMETIMES BENEFITS CAN VARY BASED ON THE AGENCY OR POSITION.
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See additional details about State of Alabama employee benefits on our website. PERSONNEL.ALABAMA.GOV/BENEFITS
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