Assistant Area Director

Overview

The Department of Developmental Services (DDS) seeks an Assistant Area Director (Administrator VI) for the Southeast Region in the Brockton Area Office. This position is the second highest DDS management role at the local level and will lead a busy, challenging, and rewarding environment.

• Assist in the management of a $59 million budget in contracted services and supports to 1,750 eligible individuals in the Brockton area.
• Participate in budget planning and contracting activities with the Area Director and Regional Contracts as needed.
• Serve as an active member of the Area Risk Review Committee, providing support in managing crisis situations, clinical issues, and conflict resolution.
• Supervise staff, conduct performance evaluations, and ensure the work environment aligns with negotiated labor contracts and EOHHS policy. Provide training and development as needed.
• Develop, monitor, and maintain residential, day, and support programs and oversee the use of resources/funds for these programs.
• Share 24/7 on‑call duties, supporting management during emergencies or crisis situations, and act on behalf of the Area Director when required.
• Serve as liaison to sister agencies, community agencies, and organizations (e.g., inter‑agency teams, mental health center, crisis programs) and ensure revenue is generated appropriately for the Commonwealth.
• Facilitate the prioritization system for the area, leading the Massachusetts Comprehensive Assessment Process (MASSCAP) to assess and prioritize service needs, waiver enrollment, and integration into the statewide priority database.
• Ensure the Brockton Area Office complies with Federal and Community‑based waivers, maintaining eligibility and maximizing revenue through appropriate matching of waiver‑eligible individuals to services.
• Review Home and Community Services Information System (HCSIS) to resolve Incident Management issues.

• Excellent organizational skills
• Experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism
• Experience with Federal and Community‑Based Waivers
• Experience with multi‑million‑dollar budgets and contract administration

Full‑time – 37.5‑hour weekly position.

Schedule:

Monday through Friday, 8:45 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Days off: Saturday and Sunday). The role may involve occasional nights, weekends, and travel. On‑call responsibilities require carrying a phone for after‑hours or weekend emergencies on a rotating basis with the Area Director.

The mission of DDS is to create innovative and genuine opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, to participate fully in their communities. DDS serves over 43,000 vulnerable individuals, manages more than $3 billion in public funds, and employs approximately 5,500 staff—the largest state employee workforce in Massachusetts.

Applicants must have at least five (5) years of full‑time (or equivalent part‑time) professional, administrative, supervisory, or managerial experience in business administration, public administration, or related fields. At least one (1) year must involve project management, supervisory, or managerial duties. Substitutions may be made as follows:

An Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. 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 law.