Deputy Director; Human Services Program Executive

Become the Deputy Director (Human Services Program Executive
2) for the Department of Human Services and work with the Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council, a group committed to expanding independence, self-direction, and community participation for people with developmental disabilities. In this leadership role, you will collaborate with passionate members and staff to promote better programs, advocate for stronger supports, and advance the council’s mission. You will help shape improvements that reach individuals, families, and communities throughout the state.

If you are ready to make a difference, the Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council would like to hear from you!

Become the Deputy Director (Human Services Program Executive
2) for the Department of Human Services and work with the Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council, a group committed to expanding independence, self-direction, and community participation for people with developmental disabilities. In this leadership role, you will collaborate with passionate members and staff to promote better programs, advocate for stronger supports, and advance the council’s mission. You will help shape improvements that reach individuals, families, and communities throughout the state.

If you are ready to make a difference, the Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council would like to hear from you!

This position supports the leadership of the Pennsylvania Developmental Disabilities Council by helping guide the state plan, strengthening internal operations, and ensuring that fiscal and program processes meet all federal and state requirements. You will oversee four staff members for the council, including one Human Services Program Executive 1. The role centers on supervision, program direction, budget development, compliance oversight, and communication with the public.

As a Deputy Director (Human Services Program Executive
2), you will perform the following duties:

• Fiscal Direction:
  Manage complex funding streams and develop the council budget for the five-year plan
• Federal Oversight:
  Monitor federal allocations, obligations, and liquidations to ensure proper use of funds
• Grant Procurement:
  Direct requests for proposals and guide procurement steps for council grants
• Program Guidance:
  Supervise work statements and lead activities that support state plan goals
• Public Communication:
  Coordinate council outreach and maintain clear communication with the community
• Regulatory Compliance:
  Ensure internal practices follow all federal and state rules and regulations

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description .

• Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
• Work Hours:
  
  You can work flexible hours within a set schedule between 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
• Telework:
  You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time up to 3 days per week. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time.
  
  Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary:
  
  In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

• One year of experience as a Human Services Program Executive 1…