County Director 4, Child Welfare Services

About the role

The Georgia Department of Human Services, Division of Family & Children Services seeks a County Director 4 to lead Child Welfare Services in Dougherty County. This senior position oversees policy implementation, program administration, and ensures child safety and service delivery.

Key responsibilities

• Directs the administration of child welfare policies, programs, and services for a Class 4 County DFCS office.
• Analyzes program effectiveness, ensures compliance with state and federal regulations, and manages the unit’s budget.
• Builds cooperative relationships with community partners, the county DFCS Board, and other agencies.
• Supervises, hires, trains, evaluates, and, when necessary, disciplines social services staff.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field from an accredited institution.
• Four years of experience, including two years managing subordinate managers in a human‑service delivery program, or equivalent experience at a lower‑level County Director position.
• Preferred: three or more years of supervisory experience with DFCS or a comparable child‑welfare agency.

Required skills

• Knowledge of child protective services, foster care, and adoption program operations.
• Ability to assess policy outcomes and ensure regulatory compliance.

What we offer

• Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and retirement plans (401(k) and 457).
• 13 paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, and employee discount programs.
• Telework opportunities where applicable.