Assistant Director of Human Services
Assistant Director of Human Services Human Services Department Willimantic, CT
The Town of Windham seeks qualified applicants for the position of Assistant Director of Human Services. This is a full-time position (40 hours/week at $27.00/hour). This is very responsible administrative work involving the day-to-day operation of a municipal social service department. Work involves providing social services to families, children, adults, and the aging. This position has the responsibility for making difficult technical and policy decisions involving the provision of services and assistance in emergencies. The work requires the employee to have considerable knowledge, skill, and ability in every phase of social welfare and social services programs. The position requires confidentiality, the use of independent judgment and initiative, and the ability to make critical decisions in the Director’s absence.
QUALIFICATIONS - A Bachelor's Degree from a recognized college or university in Social Services, Human Services, or a related field; plus five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in professional social services work; or in lieu thereof, an equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the knowledge, skills, and ability to perform the essential functions of the position.
EOE/AA/M/F/D/V