County Director of Social Services

The Franklin County Department of Social Services (DSS) is seeking a Social Services Director.  The successful candidate has a history of collaborating with staff, the local community, and county and state partners to create stronger families, safer communities, and a better future for those they serve.  The Director serves as the executive officer of the county board of social services executing the authority and duties of the director as defined in North Carolina General Statute 108 A-14.  The position is appointed by and reports to a five-member Local Social Services Board.  The Franklin County Department of Social Services has 107 full time employees, budgetary responsibility in excess of 112 million dollars and provides comprehensive services to clients through all DSS divisions, including Family and Children's Services, Adult Services, Economic Services, and Child Support.  The Department of Social Services is house in the Franklin County Human Services Building which is co-located with the Franklin County Health Department and Franklin County Emergency Services.

Salary Range:  $90,126 - $ 139,695

A master's degree in social work and two years of supervisory experience in the delivery of client services; or a bachelor's degree in social work and three years of supervisory experience in the delivery of client services, one of which must have been in Social Services; or graduation from a four year college or university and three years of supervisory experience in the delivery of client services, two of which must have been in Social Services; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.  

How to apply:  Visit https://www.franklincountync.gov/county_services/job_opportunities_-_health_and_social_services.php

to obtain a printable application.