DHS PROGRAM SPECIALIST

Date: Nov 19, 2024

Req ID: 44947

Location:

Little Rock, AR, US, 72201

Category: AR DEPT OF HUMAN SERVICES

Anticipated Starting Salary: $36,155.00

Position Number: 22098015
County: Pulaski
Posting End Date: 11/25/2024
Anticipated Starting Salary: $36,155.00
OSC

This position implements, manages and monitors safety program, policies, and procedures that meet federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations. This positions also supports and enforces guidelines set forth by the Arkansas Department of Emergency Management, Arkansas Department of Health, and the Arkansas Department of Labor. This position evaluates the organization's procedures, facilities and equipment by conducting inspections to identify unsafe conditions and to implement safeguards and solutions.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. In-state Travel required and possible out-of-state travel for training
2. Experience planning agency safety program and protocol
3. Experience developing and presenting safety training to agency staff
4. Experience with customer engagement and collaboration to resolve safety concerns

The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like child care centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.

Position Information

Class Code: G210C

Grade: GS06

FLSA Status: EXEMPT

Salary Range: $36,155.00 - $57,668.00

Summary

The Department of Human Services (DHS) Program Specialist is responsible for analyzing, monitoring, and evaluating human service programs. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Functions

Researches, analyzes, and interprets existing and proposed state and federal laws related to specific Department of Human Services program areas, and prepares reports regarding the impact, implementation, and evaluation of such laws. Reviews records and reports to determine service effectiveness and policy and procedure compliance of program activities. Develops program plans, policies, procedures, and reporting mechanisms and revises operating manuals with changes or additions. Investigates complaints, identifies program deficiencies, prepares corrective action plans and implementation procedures, and conducts follow-up review to ensure corrective action plans are implemented and evaluates their effectiveness. Provides technical assistance and serves as a coordinator for the review, interpretation, and development of specific program policy, procedure and/or funding. Discusses policy and procedure effectiveness or problems with department, state and federal representatives and establishes resolution methods. Performs other duties as assigned.

Dimensions

None

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of state and federal laws, regulations, and policies governing social service programs delivery. Knowledge of research and analysis techniques. Ability to analyze, interpret, develop and apply laws, policies and procedures governing specific departmental programs. Ability to monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of programs and services. Ability to prepare, present and review oral and written information. Ability to utilize computer software and applications.

Minimum Qualifications

The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, or a related field; plus two years of experience in social or community service program activities or related area. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

Licenses

None

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.