Social Services Director

Grant County Social Services is recruiting for a Director.  This position serves as the executive and administrative officer of the Department; assures the provision of a just and humane program of services to children in need of protection or services, prevention of dependency, delinquency, infirmity, and other forms of social maladjustment by a continuous attack on causes. Provides effective aid and services to all persons in need thereof and assists such persons in achieving or regaining self-dependence, avoiding duplication and waste of effort and money, and coordinates and integrates the social welfare programs utilizing LEAN concepts and principles.

Minimum Qualifications include: Master’s degree in social work, Public Administration, Business Administration, or other closely related field preferred; OR Bachelor’s degree in social work, Public Administration, Business Administration, or other closely related field and progressive supervisory and administrative experience in human service-related programs; five to seven years of experience in Social Work or related fields; three to five years of supervisory experience; management experience with large or complex organizations.

How to Apply:  A Grant County Employment Application and job description may be obtained at www.co.grant.wi.gov (under employment opportunities) or by contacting the Human Resources Department at (608)723-2540. Letter of interest, resume, and Grant County Application are required, and must be on file, completely filled in, no later than 4 p.m. on December 6, 2024 to: Grant County Human Resources, 111 S. Jefferson St. - PO Box 529, Lancaster, WI  53813