Job Description
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Job ID: 34549
Agency: SD Developmental Center
Location: Redfield, SD
Salary: $107,552.88-$134,404.56 Annual Salary, depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: O
Closing Date: 2/12/26
This is a Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly position with the SD Developmental Center. For more information on the SD Developmental Center, please visit https://dhs.sd.gov/en/south-dakota-developmental-center .
About DHS:
The South Dakota Department of Human Services encompasses a broad field dedicated to offering services that support older adults and individuals with disabilities. Our programs promote independence and inclusion through person-centered services. DHS comes together with the common goal of bettering the lives of South Dakotans.
DHS strives to create an environment where people are inspired and challenged to create excellence, grow their skills, discover advancement opportunities, and are rewarded for their contributions. Join our team as we focus on helping our fellow human beings overcome adversity and reach their full potential.
Our Benefits Include:
- 15 days/120 Hours of Vacation Leave
- 14 days/112 Hours of Sick Leave
- 11 Paid Holidays
- Employee health insurance includes plan with a $0 premium for employee-only coverage
- Flexible Benefits - Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Critical Illness and more
- Paid Parental & Family Medical Leave
- 6% Fully Matched Retirement Plan
- Reduced Tuition for In-State Colleges/Universities
- Employee Wellness Program
- Continued Education/Training Opportunities
Job Summary:
This is a full-time position with the Department of Human Services. Applicants must live in Redfield, SD or plan to relocate to the city of Redfield. This position works out of the SD Developmental Center and is not eligible for remote work. For more information on the Department of Human Services, please visit http://dhs.sd.gov .
The SDDC is an Intermediate Care Facility for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities. It is a temporary home to about 80 individuals while they are receiving care and training. This is a 24/7 residential facility that operates 365 days a year. We are seeking an individual who is a proven leader, excels at building relationships with stakeholders, and is dedicated to public service.
The Director provides leadership and serves as chief administrator, performs year-round analysis of budget expenditures to ensure efficient and effective use of state and federal dollars, performs on-call administrator duties, collaborates with other state agencies and community provider agencies, develops and implements administrative procedures and operations, works collaboratively with the Human Rights Specialist to ensure rights of people supported are protected, ensures adequate staffing, and effectively communicated expectations, mission, philosophy, policies and procedures. The Director establishes and oversees activities and supports provided by SDDC to ensure compliance with current state and federal laws, rules, and regulations. This position requires the ability to exercise independent judgment within established guidelines to resolve issues quickly and effectively. The Director works closely with several disciplines to focus on continuous improvement and evolvement of services provided by SDDC. Directly supervises the SDDC Assistant Director, three program managers, along with several key support staff to be the face of SDDC. Provides direction in support of SDDC's objectives to approximately 260 employees.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Degree and work experience in the Human Services field coupled with a proven history of leadership and managerial skills. Demonstrate a strong commitment to the mission and values of SDDC. Is dedicated to long-term service, showing resilience, adaptability, and a deep sense of purpose in supporting individuals and teams. Is proficient in and willing to grow in areas related to regulatory compliance, clinical oversight, and team leadership.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
- all Codified Federal Regulations governing the operation of an intermediate care facility.
- all state laws and the implementation guidelines;
- all administrative rules related to Intermediate Care Facilities;
- person-centered practices and how to implement this into all areas of an ICF;
- leadership skills and techniques;
- intellectual and developmental disability service delivery system in South Dakota
- administrative procedures and operations along with budget analysis;
- personnel management techniques.
Skill to:
- implement codified federal regulations, state law and administrative rules to maintain certification as an ICF;
- identify state law and administrative rules that need to be amended or repealed;
- interact and support people with developmental and intellectual disabilities with patience and compassion;
- monitor and assess the performance of staff, oversee work improvement plans, coach staff to improve performance;
- communicate effectively and with compassion and clarity;
- inspire high performance from all levels of staff, including entry level, supervisors, managers, and licensed professionals;
- turn vision into reality;
- develop successful teams and build/maintain and engaged workforce;
- interpret and implement regulations and policies in an efficient and accurate manner;
- maintain professional relationships with the community of Redfield, the city council, mayor, hospital administration and school district.
Ability to:
- remain calm and make decisions in high stress and dangerous situations;
- interpret CFR, State laws and administrative rules to ensure legal compliance;
- respond clearly and concisely to media inquiries;
- work with all types of people and build a team of performers;
- communicate factual information with compassion to guardians and family members;
- deliver difficult news and explain complex issues to family and guardians;
- understand and communicate with high level professionals in the medical, behavioral health, law enforcement and legal professions;
- manage high level professionals and hold them accountable;
- remain calm in high stress and dangerous situations affecting client and staff safety;
- exercise independent judgment and act decisively;
- lead organizational change;
- provide executive level leadership to the department;
- identify key policy decisions and support the department secretary in carrying out plans
- supervise the work of others;
- manage many demands and effectively delegate key tasks appropriately;
- prioritize demands to ensure deadlines are met and compliance maintained;
- incorporate person-centered practices in day-to-dayactivities;
- testify and present to legislative committees or other entities;
- perform a board range of assignments with efficiency and accuracy.
Additional Requirements: To be considered, please attach your resume.
This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act.
Successful applicant(s) will be required to undergo a background investigation. An arrest/conviction record will not necessarily bar employment. Successful applicant(s) will undergo an abuse and neglect screening. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a drug screening.
The State of South Dakota does not sponsor work visas for new or existing employees. All persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete an Employment Eligibility Verification, Form I-9. The State of South Dakota as an employer will be using E-Verify to complete employment eligibility verification upon hire.
The State of South Dakota offers $0 premium employee health insurance option plus eleven paid holidays, generous vacation and sick leave accrual, dental, vision, and other insurance options, and retirement benefits. You can view our benefits information here . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
Must apply online: https://gen-stateofsouthdako-trn.inforcloudsuite.com/hcm/xmlhttp/shorturl.do?key=3C7
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: careers@state.sd.us
http://bhr.sd.gov/workforus
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"
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