Job Description
Job ID: 31803
Agency: Department of Human Services/South Dakota Developmental Center
Location:Redfield, SDSalary: $19.97 - $23.49 Hourly, depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: F
Closing Date: 7/2/2025
This is a Full-Time 40 Hour Weekly position with the South Dakota Developmental Center. For more information on the South Dakota Developmental Center, please visit https://dhs.sd.gov/en/south-dakota-developmental-center/south-dakota-developmental-center-information-for-families .
About SDDC:
The South Dakota Developmental Center is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life and community inclusion for people with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities through person-centered services. At SDDC we are comprised of a variety of positions that require differing skill and educational levels to ensure successful operations. SDDC is one of the Divisions of the Department of Human Services, which works together on the common goal of bettering the lives of South Dakotans.
SDDC 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
Click to view additional benefits information: https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/index.html .
Job Summary:
Are you passionate about empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to grow and thrive in meaningful work? Our division is seeking a compassionate and skilled Vocational Production Supervisor/Job Coach to lead and support teams in community-based job settings and volunteer opportunities. This role plays a vital part in helping individuals build confidence, develop skills, and achieve personal success-while ensuring quality outcomes for our partners.
What You'll Do:
- Provide on-site direction, coaching, and support to individuals in off-campus job placements and volunteer roles.
- Foster a positive, inclusive work environment that encourages growth and self-esteem.
- Build and maintain strong working relationships with community employers and partners.
- Assess individuals' production capabilities and help develop tailored vocational programs.
- Coordinate daily work schedules, prioritize tasks, and adapt workflows to meet evolving needs.
- Modify equipment and workspaces to accommodate individual abilities and enhance productivity.
- Ensure timely and high-quality completion of jobs, including special requests for priority customers.
- Implement and maintain quality assurance processes across all production stages.
- Monitor and evaluate product quality, job flow, and overall performance, making adjustments as needed.
If you're motivated by meaningful work and skilled in leading with empathy, we'd love to hear from you.
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:
Experience working with adolescents or adults who have intellectual and/or developmental disabilities.
Knowledge of: - record keeping;
- effective methods of supervision and motivation; and,
- the needs of individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities.
Ability to: - manage a budget;
- manage an inventory;
- motivate and direct the work of others;
- communicate information clearly and concisely;
- plan, organize and schedule workloads; and,
- reorganize and reschedule workloads.
This position is eligible for Veterans' Preference per ARSD 55:10:02:08.
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.
NCRC: If you possess a National Career Readiness Certificate, please submit the certificate with your application. For more information on how to acquire a National Career Readiness Certificate contact a South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation Job Service Office. A certificate is not necessary to be considered.
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 at https://bhr.sd.gov/job-seekers/work-for-state-government/ . 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=1SX
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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