This Position is Exempt From State of Delaware Merit System
Recruitment #101521-MUPA23-350100
Opening Date | 10/16/2021 12:00:00 AM |
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Closing Date | 10/29/2021 11:59:00 PM |
Type of Recruitment | Exempt-Non Merit |
Salary | Yearly: $95,650.00/Min - $119,437.00/Mid - $143,224.00/Max |
Salary Plan | M37 |
Pay Grade |
26 |
Shift Hours | 37.5 hours a week |
Employment Type |
Actual Vacancy |
Employment Term |
Regular |
Agency | DHSS/Administration/Office of the Secertary |
Location(s) |
Herman Holloway Campus: (1901 N DuPont Hwy, New Castle, DE, 19720) |
Contact Name | DHSS Applicant Services |
Contact Phone | 302-255-9100 |
Essential functions are fundamental, core functions common to all positions in the class series and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties for any one position in the class. Since class specifications are descriptive and not restrictive, incumbents can complete job duties of similar kind not specifically listed here.
• Serve on the Cabinet Secretary’s Executive leadership team, providing insight, innovation and advice for how to achieve the Department’s strategic objectives and mission
• Advance policies for respective divisions that drive greater equity, sustainability and inclusion, both in the workforce and in the services provided to the public
• Serve on taskforces, committees, and working groups as assigned by the Cabinet Secretary
• Develop strong collaborative working relationships with partner state agencies, non-profits and other entities that fulfill the mission of DHSS, including providing exceptional person-centered services to the public
• Lead inter-division workgroups to achieve clear, measurable, and specific objectives related to service delivery, including embedding cultural competency, diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Lead and support the workforce in DHSS around best practices for service delivery, including addressing the social determinants of health in partnership with other DHSS divisions or state agencies
• Deliver speeches, remarks, and presentations to internal and external entities based on the work being done at DHSS
• Provide coaching, direction, and strategic support to direct report divisions and Office of the Secretary staff direct reports
• Lead and act in accordance with all appropriate codes of conduct, ethical rules, and other laws, regulations, and guidelines governing a respectful, inclusive, and lawful workplace.
Skills and Abilities:
Skilled in:
• Organization and time management.
• Strategic and critical thinking.
• Problem solving and decision making
• Media relations and communication strategy.
Ability to:
• Communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Create productive and responsive relationships with the sister cabinet agencies, the General Assembly, and external stakeholders.
• Organize, set, and achieve objectives while dealing with high-stress situations and short timelines.
• Effectively manage staff and direct reports.
• Prepare clear and concisely oral and written reports.
• Manage several tasks and objectives at the same time under pressure.
• Analyze a variety of budgetary, organizational, and procedural problems and recommend solutions.
• Compile, organize, and present information in a clear and logical manner.
• Interpret and explain DHSS policies and procedures.
• Operate office equipment including computers and supporting word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Respond tactfully, clearly, concisely, and appropriately to inquiries from the public, press or other agencies on sensitive issues in area of responsibility.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships.
JOB REQUIREMENTS for Deputy Cabinet Secretary: Social Services Innovation Lead
Please attach a resume with your online application or use the resume tab in DEL to provide a detailed description of how your education, training and/or experience meets each job requirement including employer, experience/responsibilities, and dates (month/year) of employment/training.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The State of Delaware participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information refer to our Job Seeker Resources.
DHSS does not provide employment-based sponsorship.
Once you have submitted your application on-line, all future correspondence related to your application will be sent via email. Please keep your contact information current. You may also view all correspondence sent to you by the State of Delaware in the “My Applications” tab at Delaware State Jobs.
The application and resume are evaluated based upon your education, training and experience as they relate to the job requirements of the position. It is essential that you provide complete and accurate information on your application and resume to include dates of employment, job title and job duties. For education and training, list name of educational provider, training course titles and summary of course content