Social Services Director
City of Greenacres, Laurinburg, NC, United States
We are glad you are interested in joining our team and serving the citizens of Scotland County! Scotland County employees work to improve the wellbeing and safety of citizens' lives. As a county employee you will work with others who value respect, teamwork, dependability, accountability, innovation and excellence. We offer flexible work scheduling and a full benefits package including medical insurance, vacation, paid holidays, and membership in the North Carolina retirement system.
Examples of Duties
Provide overall leadership for the agency and guide strategic planning, mission, and operational goals
Reports directly to the Health and Human Services Director
Collaborate with county leadership and community partners to address human service needs and implement programs
Oversee agency operations, service delivery, and organizational performance
Lead and manage staff, including supervision, hiring, development, and performance management
Direct financial operations, including budgeting, contracts, procurement, and fiscal compliance
Represent the agency in community engagement, partnerships, and public communication
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
Perform additional duties as needed, including emergency or shelter operations support
Typical Qualifications 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.
Supplemental Information Criminal records check, drug screen, and references will be required for the successful candidate. All applications will be considered but not necessarily interviewed. Resume in lieu of a completed application will not be accepted. Diplomas and degrees must be received from accredited institutions. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and E-Verify Participant. Scotland County offers a wide range of benefits, including healthcare, supplemental plans and retirement programs.
Health We offer a high-deductible health plan with a $3300 deductible (Single). This program includes a Health Savings Account (HSA). Employee only coverage is completely funded by the County, PLUS the County contributes $1200 to the HSA annually.
Dental Our dental plan provides for preventive services, such as cleanings each year, at 100%. There is a $25 deductible for other services. Basic services pays at 80% and other major services at 50%. The County contributes $14.47 per month for employee coverage.
Voluntary Plans Employees may choose from a variety of plans arranged through Mark III Benefits. These include AFLAC Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity plans; MetLife Group Cancer; MassMutual Whole Life; and Superior Vision plans. In addition we offer Short-term and Long-term disability.
Life Insurance The County provides $10,000 Basic Life insurance for employees. An employee may choose to purchase additional voluntary term life insurance.
Retirement Pension is offered through the N.C. Local Government Employees' Retirement System. Employees are required to contribute 6% of gross wages toward their account. The County also contributes at 14.40% (law enforcement 16.08%). 401(k) and 457 are supplemental retirement plans administered by Empower. For the 401(k) plan, employees contributing a minimum of 1% are eligible for the County contribution of 2.5% toward their account. Employees contributing at least 3% or greater are eligible for a County Contribution of 3%. Law Enforcement Officers receive a 5% County contribution. The 401(k) plan offers both pre-tax and Roth after-tax contributions. The 457 plan is tax-deferred with no minimum contribution requirements.
Longevity Pay The County offers longevity pay to employees with at least 5 years of continuous service.
Applicant Screening Questions
Do you have a Master's degree in Social Work and two years of supervisory experience in the delivery of client services?
Yes
No
Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Social Work and three years of supervisory experience in the delivery of client services with one being in Social Services?
Yes
No
Do you have a four year degree and three years of supervisory experience in the delivery of client services with two being in Social Services?
Yes
No
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Examples of Duties
Provide overall leadership for the agency and guide strategic planning, mission, and operational goals
Reports directly to the Health and Human Services Director
Collaborate with county leadership and community partners to address human service needs and implement programs
Oversee agency operations, service delivery, and organizational performance
Lead and manage staff, including supervision, hiring, development, and performance management
Direct financial operations, including budgeting, contracts, procurement, and fiscal compliance
Represent the agency in community engagement, partnerships, and public communication
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
Perform additional duties as needed, including emergency or shelter operations support
Typical Qualifications 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.
Supplemental Information Criminal records check, drug screen, and references will be required for the successful candidate. All applications will be considered but not necessarily interviewed. Resume in lieu of a completed application will not be accepted. Diplomas and degrees must be received from accredited institutions. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and E-Verify Participant. Scotland County offers a wide range of benefits, including healthcare, supplemental plans and retirement programs.
Health We offer a high-deductible health plan with a $3300 deductible (Single). This program includes a Health Savings Account (HSA). Employee only coverage is completely funded by the County, PLUS the County contributes $1200 to the HSA annually.
Dental Our dental plan provides for preventive services, such as cleanings each year, at 100%. There is a $25 deductible for other services. Basic services pays at 80% and other major services at 50%. The County contributes $14.47 per month for employee coverage.
Voluntary Plans Employees may choose from a variety of plans arranged through Mark III Benefits. These include AFLAC Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity plans; MetLife Group Cancer; MassMutual Whole Life; and Superior Vision plans. In addition we offer Short-term and Long-term disability.
Life Insurance The County provides $10,000 Basic Life insurance for employees. An employee may choose to purchase additional voluntary term life insurance.
Retirement Pension is offered through the N.C. Local Government Employees' Retirement System. Employees are required to contribute 6% of gross wages toward their account. The County also contributes at 14.40% (law enforcement 16.08%). 401(k) and 457 are supplemental retirement plans administered by Empower. For the 401(k) plan, employees contributing a minimum of 1% are eligible for the County contribution of 2.5% toward their account. Employees contributing at least 3% or greater are eligible for a County Contribution of 3%. Law Enforcement Officers receive a 5% County contribution. The 401(k) plan offers both pre-tax and Roth after-tax contributions. The 457 plan is tax-deferred with no minimum contribution requirements.
Longevity Pay The County offers longevity pay to employees with at least 5 years of continuous service.
Applicant Screening Questions
Do you have a Master's degree in Social Work and two years of supervisory experience in the delivery of client services?
Yes
No
Do you have a Bachelor's degree in Social Work and three years of supervisory experience in the delivery of client services with one being in Social Services?
Yes
No
Do you have a four year degree and three years of supervisory experience in the delivery of client services with two being in Social Services?
Yes
No
Required Question
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