County Director – Child Welfare Services (Class 4)

About the role

The State of Georgia seeks an experienced leader to serve as County Director for Child Welfare Services in a Class 4 DFCS office. This senior position oversees the delivery of protective and supportive services to children and families throughout Dougherty County.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee child welfare services and administrative operations for a Class 4 DFCS office in Dougherty County.
• Lead the implementation of policies and programs aimed at child safety and family support.
• Ensure compliance with state mandates, documentation standards, and reporting requirements.
• Develop and manage the office budget, allocating resources effectively.
• Supervise, hire, train, evaluate, and, when necessary, discipline social services staff.
• Foster collaborative relationships with community partners, the county DFCS Board, and other agencies.
• Facilitate communication on case, policy, and procedural matters across the unit.

Required profile

• Demonstrated leadership experience in social services, public administration, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of child welfare policies and regulatory compliance.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and human‑resource functions.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for building community partnerships.

Required skills

• Budget development and management.
• Human resources supervision.
• Policy analysis and compliance.

What we offer

• Competitive salary of $93,000 per year.
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, retirement plans, 401(k), 457 plan, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Flexible work schedule and telework options where applicable.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.