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HENNEPIN COUNTY Department of Human Resources Hennepin County Government Center
300 South Sixth Street Minneapolis, MN 55487 http://hennepin.jobs
INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF:
Human Services Director
An Equal Opportunity Employer
SALARY
Salary: Depends on Qualifications
OPENING DATE: 09/21/16
CLOSING DATE: 10/31/16 5:00 PM Central Time JOB TYPE: Full­time LOCATION: Downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota
DEPARTMENT: Human Services and Public Health
THE POSITION
Hennepin County's Human Services and Public Health Department (HSPHD) is seeking
a highly accomplished leader to join the Deputy County Administrator and executive
staff to provide leadership and strategic direction as the department champions high
level initiatives aimed at changing the delivery of human services with the goal of
better client outcomes and stronger communities.
HSPHD employs more than 3,500 talented, diverse individuals and provides a broad
array of human services and public health services to over 240,000 people in a state
where counties administer the services. The HSPHD 2016 operating budget is over
$550 million. The mission of HSPHD is to strengthen individuals, families, and communities by
increasing safety and stability, promoting self­reliance and a livable income, and
improving the health of our communities. Hennepin County offers an impressive benefits package that includes: health, dental,
vision, life, and short/long­term disability insurance, 11 paid holidays per year in
addition to paid time off (PTO), paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, a defined
benefit pension plan (PERA), retirement savings programs, trade time for fitness, and
many more.
This position is unclassified, full­time, and benefit­earning. Unclassified positions are
non­permanent (at will) and are not subject to HR law/rules. The salary for this
position is $128,858 ­ $165,333 annually pending County Board approval.
For more important information about the role and about Hennepin County, please
click here.
The primary duties and responsibilities of this position include:
Establish and promote the human services mission, values, priorities, and desired
community results.
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Provide direction to management and area directors to assure a coordinated approach to
county objectives and programs.
Champion high level initiatives aimed at changing the delivery of human services with the
goal of better client outcomes and stronger communities.
Manage preparation of budget; oversee operating and capital expenditures.
Ensure that data and continuous improvement drive the departments work and achieves
results.
Advise County Administration, elected officials, and area directors on policies, programs,
best practices, and issues/resolutions.
Partner with other government jurisdictions, commissions, and professional and private
organizations on human services and county initiatives.
Direct the operations planning and implementation of programs; monitor program
performance and implement needed improvements.
Monitor managerial performance; select area directors or make recommendations on such
selections.
Steer legislative strategies to ensure the best possible outcomes for Hennepin County
residents; influence and advise the state and federal government on human services
policy.
Lead human services in aligning their work with the core values of the county.
Best Qualified Candidates will have:
One of the following:
Master's degree in behavioral or social science, business administration, nursing,
public administration, public health, or related field and five or more years of
management or administrative experience in a large organization.
Bachelor's degree in one of the above fields and seven or more years of
management or administrative experience in a large organization.
An approved equivalent combination of education and experience. Management experience with proven success as a senior manager or executive in a
sizeable, complex organization.
Experience managing an operating budget over $1 million.
A broad base of experience in the human services or public health field that
includes direct client service and an understanding of protective and crisis services.
Knowledge of:
The customer/community's service needs and resources.
Performance measures and data­based decision­making.
Applicable federal, state, and local statutes.
Public relations.
Current developments in the applicable professional and leadership areas.
Strategic thinking skills with a broad systems perspective and the ability to translate
strategy into action.
Ability to build and maintain excellent relationships with governing boards, local, state,
and federal policy makers, intergovernmental agencies, and community leaders.
Note: You must include a cover letter and resume as part of your application
materials to be considered for this position.
Invitations to interview will be based upon an assessment of education and
experience. Job offer will be contingent on passing a background check prior to
employment.
Hennepin County envisions an organization where our commitment to diversity is
fundamental in providing excellent service to our community.
Strong careers. Strong communities.
If you need assistance to actively participate in the employment process, please email us at
[email protected] or call us at 612.348.7855.
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Hennepin County provides equal access to employment, programs and services without regard to race, color, creed,
religion, age, sex (except when sex is a Bona Fide Occupational Qualification), disability, marital status, sexual
orientation, public assistance or national origin. If you believe you have been discriminated against, contact the Human
Resources Department, A­400 Government Center, Minneapolis, MN 55487, 612.348.7855
APPLICATIONS MAY BE OBTAINED AND FILED ONLINE AT:
http://hennepin.jobs OR
Hennepin County Government Center
300 South Sixth Street Minneapolis, MN 55487
EXAM #16HSPHD970rla055 HUMAN SERVICES DIRECTOR
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Human Services Director Supplemental Questionnaire
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1. This position is unclassified, full­time, and benefit­earning. Unclassified positions are non­
permanent (at will) and are not subject to HR law/rules. Are you willing to accept the
terms of this position?
Yes No
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2. In which of the following areas have you earned a degree? Check all that apply.
Behavioral/social science
Business administration
Nursing
Public administration
Public health
Another related field
None of the above
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3. What is the highest level of degree you have earned in the field(s) you selected above?
Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree or higher
None of above
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4. Describe your relevant education including area(s) of study, school(s) attended, and
degree(s) earned. If you do not have relevant education, type "None" in the space
provided.
*
5. How many full­time equivalent years of management or administrative experience do you
have in a large organization?
I do not have this experience
Less than 1 year
1 year or more, but less than 2 years
2 years or more, but less than 3 years
3 years or more, but less than 4 years
4 years or more, but less than 5 years
5 years or more, but less than 6 years
6 years or more, but less than 7 years
7 years or more, but less than 8 years
8 years or more, but less than 9 years
9 years or more, but less than 10 years
10 years or more
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6. What is the highest level of management in which you have been employed? Choose the
answer that most closely relates to your experience.
I do not have management experience
First line supervisor ­ directly supervised one or more first line employees
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Mid­level manager ­ managed one or more first line supervisors
Executive ­ managed multiple managers and/or multiple supervisors
COO/CEO/Executive Director
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7. How many employees are employed by the organization where you have completed the
majority of your management experience?
I do not have management experience
100 or less
101­500
501­1000
1001­3000
3001­5000
5001 or more
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8. Briefly describe your management or administrative experience in a large organization,
referencing positions listed on your resume. If you do not have this experience, type
"None" in the space provided.
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9. What is the size of the largest budget you have managed?
I have not managed a budget
Less than $500,000
$500,000 to $999,999
$1,000,000 to $4,999,999
$5,000,000 to $9,999,999
Over $10,000,000
* 10. Do you have professional experience working directly with governing boards or elected
officials?
Yes No
* 11. Briefly describe professional experience working directly with governing boards or elected
officials, referencing positions listed on your resume. If you do not have this experience,
type "None" in the space provided.
* 12. Your response to this question will help us evaluate the effectiveness of our recruiting
sources and methods. Please choose the one source that best describes how you first
learned about this job opening. Please review all possible choices before making your
selection.
Hennepin County or Hennepin County Library (job page or notification email)
Hennepin County employee or recruitment representative
Friend, family member or colleague who is not a HC employee
Career website (Monster, CareerBuilder, Indeed, etc.)
LinkedIn
College or University (career services, event, instructor, or job board)
Community or nonprofit organization (counselor, email, event/job fair, job board)
Professional association (job board, event or email)
Print advertisement (such as newspaper, flyer, post card, billboard or bus ad)
Radio ad
Social media (Twitter, Facebook, etc.)
Other
* 13. For the recruitment source selected above, please provide the specific name of the
person, website or media source.
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