Associate Director of State Licensing Operations

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) is seeking a qualified professional to serve as one of the Associate Directors for the Office of Licensing (OL).  The Associate Director of State Operations works with the Director of Licensing to develop, coordinate, and implement regulations and initiatives across Virginia’s five regions, consistent with statutory responsibilities under state code and regulations.  This position provides leadership, direction, and management of OL operations, ensuring alignment with DBHDS and Commissioner priorities.  This position also manages enhanced monitoring protocols, risk management, and quality improvement activities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supervising Regional Managers.
• Guiding regulatory activities.
• Overseeing provider compliance.
• Delivering training and technical assistance on regulatory interpretation.
• Reviewing variances and license actions.
• Participating in dispute meetings and hearings.
• Leading assigned licensing initiatives, drafting formal communications, and supporting agency initiatives.

Qualifications: Knowledge of state statutes, regulations, policies, and standards related to licensing and compliance, and of licensed service delivery models for individuals with mental illness, developmental disabilities, and substance use disorders. Experience applying continuous quality improvement practices, interpreting regulations, supervising a large number of staff, and leading organizational change. Strong problem-solving, data analysis, and critical thinking skills. Ability to communicate effectively, manage competing priorities, build collaborative relationships, train and mentor staff, and represent the agency with stakeholders. Strong strategic thinking skills with the ability to anticipate system-wide impacts.  Discretion and sound judgment in handling sensitive information. Flexibility and resilience when responding to emerging issues, crises, or public concerns.  Proficiency in Microsoft Office and the ability to work independently and handle confidential matters with professionalism are essential.

Additional Considerations: Experience leading successful organizational or policy-level initiatives, especially those involving cross-agency collaboration.  Experience navigating politically sensitive situations. Excellent project management skills.  Understanding of agency budgets and resource constraints.

Applicants will participate in a simulated activity which requires reviewing a summary of an inspection, that includes listed citations, and providing a clear, concise statement explaining the reasons for each citation.

Only accepting online applications and/or resumes.  Apply online via PageUp at http://jobs.virginia.gov/.  This position, #00357, is open for seven (7) business days from the date of this posting.

DBHDS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, parental status, pregnancy, military service/status, or other non-merit factor.    We commit to a diverse and inclusive workforce that is reflective of the Commonwealth of Virginia.

In addition, the Commonwealth of Virginia/DBHDS offers excellent health and life insurance benefits, access to Short-Term (STD) and Long-Term (LTD) Disability benefits, thirteen (13) paid holidays and other leave benefits, and a state retirement plan with options for tax-deferred retirement savings including employer matching.