Assistant Commissioner of Developmental Services, #5086292

The Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services (DBHDS) is seeking a visionary and compassionate leader to serve as Assistant Commissioner of Developmental Services. This position plays a pivotal role in shaping and overseeing programs that support individuals with developmental disabilities across Virginia.  As a key member of the Community Services leadership team, this position drives strategic initiatives, ensures regulatory compliance, and champions person-centered care across all community-based services. This position is required to be in Central Office four days per week and requires statewide travel.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Leading and managing statewide developmental services programs and initiatives.
• Supervising directors and program managers across multiple facilities.
• Developing and implementing policies that promote equity, inclusion, and quality of care.
• Collaborating with stakeholders, advocacy groups, and government agencies.
• Overseeing budgets, contracts, and performance metrics.
• Ensuring compliance with federal and state regulations.

Qualifications:

• Developmental Disabilities knowledge and experience, including management experience, across the continuum of care including facility and community services.
• Working knowledge of public and private developmental disabilities service delivery systems.
• Ability to communicate succinctly and effectively.
• Ability to follow through successfully on projects and assignments independently and as a team member.
• Ability to create and sustain effective relationships and liaison with facility staff, central office departments, CSB and other stakeholders and constituents as required.
• Flexibility and ability to manage multiple competing priorities effectively.

Additional Considerations:

• Experience working with others across disabilities and mental health services.

Only accepting online applications and/or resumes.  Apply online via PageUp at http://jobs.virginia.gov/.  This position 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.