Operational Program Director​/245D Designated Manager

Operational Program Director / 245D Designated Manager *

Location:

Washington/Ramsey County, MN

Salary: $65,000.00 - $66,787.50 annually (based on experience)

Sign‑on bonus: $5,000.00 retention bonus (not available to existing Dungarvin employees)

• Medical, Vision, and Dental insurance for eligible employees
• Flex Spending and HSA Accounts for eligible employees
• 401(k) with up to 3% employer matching after one year
• PTO Donation
• Growth and Development Opportunities
• Employee Referral Program
• Scheduled pay increases
• Employee Assistance Program
• Dedicated training department with paid training

As the Operational Program Director (OPD), you will provide leadership and coordination for programs serving individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health diagnoses, medical needs, and/or autism spectrum disorders in Washington/Ramsey County. The role combines direct care and supervisory duties, and the OPD must maintain a flexible schedule, be on‑call at all times, and ensure that all direct service shifts are staffed by qualified personnel.

• Supervise and support staff across all programs.
• Coordinate placement decisions and ensure compliance with Dungarvin employment conditions.
• Participate in direct service shifts (up to 16 hours per week, no more); if exceeding, notify supervisor in advance.
• Maintain on‑call availability unless a comparable authority is assigned.
• Ensure program operations meet state and federal regulatory requirements, including 245D licensing standards.

• Bachelor’s degree in behavioral science or related field (preferred).
• Valid 245D Designated Manager status per MN licensing requirements.
• Minimum of three years supervising staff in the human service field.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license and acceptable motor‑vehicle background check.
• Valid liability vehicle insurance and reliable transportation.
• Physical ability to perform personal care tasks and lift/transfers.
• Capacity to transport persons served in the community.
• Strong decision‑making, time‑management, and communication skills.
• At least 18 years of age (21 for certain programs).

At Dungarvin, diversity and inclusion are core to our mission of respectful, person‑centered care. Dungarvin is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Note: Current employees of Dungarvin are not eligible for the sign‑on bonus associated with this position.