Child Services Regional Director
Listed on 2026-09-15
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Management
Project & Program Management, General Management
Work for Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
Workfor Indiana
Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.
AboutThe Department Of Child Services (DCS)
Join a group of passionate, dedicated public servants to support one of Indiana’s most critical missions!
The Department Of Child Services Helps Children Who Are Victims Of Abuse Or Neglect And Strengthens Families Through Services That Focus On Family Support And Preservation. We Pursue Permanency For Children And Families Through Reunification, Guardianship, And Adoption. Our Services Also Encompass Foster Care, Child Support, And Transitional Support For Those Adjusting To Adulthood. Our Culture Is Built Upon Our MVP Foundation
Mission:Champion Indiana’s future by protecting children and strengthening families with compassion and determination. Vision:
Every child in Indiana thrives in a safe, loving, forever home.
Purpose:
Ignite hope. Cultivate joy.
Role Overview
The Regional Director is the senior most leader for agency strategy within one of DCS’s five operational regions. This position manages the work of local office directors while engaging closely with statewide initiatives managed by the Deputy Director for Field Operations. The Regional Director will serve the state’s Capitol region, including Boone, Hamilton, Hancock, Hendricks, Marion, Morgan, and Shelby counties. Serving the state’s highest count of Children in Need of Service, the assignment is highly visible and will be critical for DCS’s efforts to support safe children and strong families.
This position is located in the Indianapolis, Indiana, North DCS office.
SalaryThis position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $93,002.00 but may be commensurate with education and job experience. Use our Compensation Calculator to view the total compensation package.
Responsibilities IncludeA Day in the Life:
- Serve as the regional authority for staffing, program development and implementation, resource allocation, and policy development.
- Establish and maintain an inclusive, respectful, and vision-oriented environment that reflects DCS mission, vision, and core values.
- Provide strong leadership throughout the region by proactively addressing local office and regional needs.
- Facilitate statewide initiatives to ensure service delivery is comprehensive, coordinated, and not duplicative.
- Monitor program delivery to determine cost efficiency, effectiveness, compliance, and accountability.
- Manage regional funding while exercising fiscal responsibility in planning services and programs.
- Promote and monitor effective case planning and resource connections.
- Assess the effectiveness of program administration in local offices and identify management, organizational, or staffing issues; collaborate with local office directors to resolve concerns and improve operational effectiveness.
- Ensure compliance with human resource regulations and provide general guidance.
- Collaborate with local office directors to develop short-and long-term strategies supporting program compliance, efficiency, and…
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