Assistant Area Director

Position

The Assistant Area Director (AAD) assists the Area Director in managing all administrative, clinical, programmatic, and budgetary operations of the area office, acting as a liaison with sister state agencies, community representatives, and DDS staff outside of the area.

As a member of the Area Management Team, the AAD works with area staff and providers to develop new residential, day, and support programs, and to shape and monitor existing programs to better meet individuals’ needs. The AAD participates in budget planning, contracting activities, and coordinates with area and regional staff to facilitate self‑directed supports for individuals and families.

The AAD works directly with Service Coordinators to support their work with individuals and families in the Participant Directed Program and Agency with Choice options, approving allocations and developing budgets to support plans that meet individuals’ support needs within their assigned allocation. The AAD is an active member of the Area Risk Review Committee and provides supports and assistance in managing crisis situations, clinical issues, and conflict resolution.

The AAD has direct supervisory responsibility for identified positions in the area and provides indirect supervision as needed.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows
• Knowledge of DDS Regulations, Policies, and Practices
• Knowledge and experience with DDS process and procedures (ISP) implementation and Risk management
• Experience and knowledge of DDS databases of HCSIS and Meditech

The position is located in Acton, MA, but is scheduled to relocate to Burlington in August 2026.

Schedule:

8:45 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Days off:
Sunday and Saturday.

Applicants must have at least five (5) years of full‑time or equivalent part‑time professional, administrative, supervisory, or managerial experience in business administration, business management, public administration, public management, clinical administration, or clinical management, with at least one (1) year in a project management, supervisory or managerial capacity or an equivalent combination of experience and education. Substitutions may be made as follows:

• A certificate in a relevant or related field may substitute for one (1) year of the required experience.
• A Bachelor’s degree in a related field may substitute for two (2) years of the required experience.
• A Graduate degree in a related field may substitute for three (3) years of the required experience.
• A Doctorate degree in a related field may substitute for four (4) years of the required experience.

92,644.84 –  per year.

Employees receive a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, retirement, and paid time off.

Females, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. The Commonwealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other basis covered by appropriate law.