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Job: DSHS Assistant Secretary of Developmental Disabilities Administration
Governmentjobs.com
March 11, 2021

Salary
$150,000.00 - $160,000.00 Annually
Location
Thurston County - Olympia, WA
Job Type
Exempt
Department
Dept. of Social and Health Services
Job Number
2021-00823
Closing
3/15/2021 11:59 PM Pacific
Description
DSHS Assistant Secretary of Developmental Disabilities Administration

As part of a future-focused agency comprised of people serving people, we are caring, anti-racist, person-centered and innovative. The Assistant Secretary of the Developmental Disabilities Administration is a highly valued member of the Secretary's executive cabinet and leads an administration that serves people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Joining the executive leadership team of the Department of Social and Health Services, this person will be a strategic leader at the macro and micro levels to advance developmental disabilities issues toward solutions while fostering cultural and organizational change.

Directly reporting to the Secretary of the Department of Social and Health Services, the Assistant Secretary leads initiatives using innovation, compelling communication and collaboration internally and externally to identify how we can advance the delivery of social services for Washingtonians.

As a national leader, DSHS/DDA provides case management, residential, employment and day services and other supports to clients with developmental and intellectual disabilities. DDA employs over 4000 people, has a biennial budget of 3.7 billion and provides critical services to 64,130 clients in Washington State.

Knowledge, skills and abilities needed to be successful:
Social justice work
Client advocacy
Policy development
Working with local and government officials
Labor management
Budget and finance
Strategic planning
Legislative experience
Stakeholder work
Regulatory compliance
Primary priorities
Maintain and develop a long-range course of action connected to our purpose to ensure successful realization of the Developmental Disabilities Administration's vision to support people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and their families to get services and supports based on need and choice.
Cultivate commitment to fundamental strategic and cultural change throughout DDA to align with DSHS's vision that people are healthy, people are safe, people have support and taxpayer resources are guarded.
Ensure quality service for Washingtonians with developmental and intellectual disabilities to continue advancing in best practices in the administration.
Ensure policies, procedures and internal controls comply with appropriate laws, regulations and guidelines.
Operate within the administration's legislatively authorized appropriation.
Create an inclusive environment in which services are designed to ensure client and stakeholder satisfaction, including effectively considering the varying perspectives such as facility and/or community-based structures in all business activities.
Advance public policies of Washington's programs for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities that promote self-worth, respect and dignity, and ensure each individual is recognized as a contributing member of the community.
Lead and maintain an engaged workforce that is well-trained, diverse and qualified.
Participate in the Secretary's Executive Cabinet, serving as a subject matter expert regarding DDA and the DSHS enterprise.
Education and Experience
A bachelor's degree in social work, human services, business administration, public administration, health care administration, finance or a related field.
Seven years working in support of individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities in a local, state or federal government.
Executive-level experience with policy, strategic planning, labor relations, legislative relations and social justice.
Knowledge of and experience in the authorizing of government and legislative processes, and how to navigate that environment to achieve agency goals and objectives.
Demonstrated experience in effective team management, results-driven leadership, quality assurance, bargaining, excellent communication and ability to solve problems.
An understanding of public policy issues and interests that impact social service.
The ability to build and maintain relationships with constituent groups and legislators.
Demonstrated success in working collaboratively with labor union partners.
Application and Process:
For the Assistant Secretary, we would like to extend an offer of employment by April 30, 2021. The start date is negotiable.

Applicant material received by March 15 will be given guaranteed consideration. Applicants deemed to have the most relevant demonstrated experience will be contacted for further interview and selection.
To be considered, please submit a resume and cover letter addressing your interest and the knowledge, skills and abilities noted in this profile to Lindsey White at Lindsey.White at dshs.wa.gov<mailto:Lindsey.White at dshs.wa.gov> or 360-890-5962.

To learn more about the Assistant Secretary opportunity, DSHS, and DDA, click here to view the executive advertisement. (Download PDF reader)

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Supplemental Information
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job. This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license. Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.
More than Just a Paycheck!
Employee benefits are not just about the kind of services you get, they are also about how much you may have to pay out of pocket. Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation.

We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career and that your priority is making sure that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package. We have a selection of health and retirement plans, paid leave, staff training and other compensation benefits that you can mix and match to meet your current and future needs.
Read about our benefits:
The following information describes typical benefits available for full-time employees who are expected to work more than six months. Actual benefits may vary by appointment type or be prorated for other than full-time work. Check with the agency human resource office for specific benefit information.
Insurance Benefits
Employees and families are covered by medical (including vision), dental and basic life insurance.  There are multiple medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state.  Staff are eligible to enroll each year in a medical flexible spending account which enables them to use tax-deferred dollars toward their health care expenses.  Employees are also covered by basic life and long term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts.  To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the Public Employees Benefits Board (PEBB) website.

Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees are members of the Washington Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS).  New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs.  For additional information, check out the Department of Retirement Systems' web site.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the Deferred Compensation Program (DCP).  This is a supplemental retirement savings program (similar to an IRA) that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.

Vacation (Annual Leave)
You begin accruing vacation starting your first month of employment. Since we value your loyalty, the amount of vacation you can accrue increases the longer you work with us. Washington State supports members of the armed forces with 21 days paid military leave per year. Vacation accrues for full-time employees per WAC 357-31-165.

Holidays
Full-time employees are entitled to eleven* paid holidays:

HOLIDAY
DATE
New Year's Day
January 1

Martin Luther King, Jr's birthday
Third Monday in January

Presidents' Day
Third Monday in February

Memorial Day
Last Monday in May

Independence Day
July 4

Labor Day
First Monday in September

Veterans' Day
November 11

Thanksgiving Day
Fourth Thursday in November & Friday after

Christmas Day
December 25

Personal Holiday
Employee's selection each calendar year


*Employees who are members of certain Unions are entitled to an additional personal leave day of their choice. Please refer to specific Collective Bargaining Agreements for more information.

Social Security

All state employees are covered by the federal Social Security and Medicare systems. The state and the employee pay an equal amount into the system.

Sick Leave

Full-time employees earn eight hours of sick leave per month. Paid sick leave may be used for reasons included in WAC 357-31-130.

Please visit the State HR Website for more detailed information.




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