Director of the Office of Economic Security
CBIZ EFL Associates is honored to partner with our client, the Colorado Department of Human Services, to find their next Director of the Office of Economic Security. The Colorado Department of Human Services provides bold and innovative health and human services that support people and families by connecting them with assistance, resources, and support at every stage of their lives. “We’re the people who help people” is more than just a motto. Services and programs include: child welfare, developmental disability services, mental health services, nursing, social assistance programs and youth services.
The Director of Economic Security leads the Office of Economic Security (OES) and is responsible for creating and implementing a vision for a variety of antipoverty programs, while also directing the operations of programs that provide income, food/nutrition, workforce, and supportive services to those in need. This role provides oversight and direction in the visioning, strategic planning, goal setting, program outcomes, and performance management for the CDHS Office of Economic Security. Reporting to Deputy Executive Director of the Department of Human Services, the Director manages approximately 180 employees through five direct reports and oversees a budget of $584 Million.
The ideal candidate will register a minimum of 8 years of experience with progressive responsibility in economic security, social work, public health, non-profit or other related governmental policy work including experience at the management level. The ideal candidate will also demonstrate strategic planning skills, bring change management experience, and understand how human capital aligns with organizational culture to achieve operational goals. We are ultimately seeking a value-aligned leader who views this position as an opportunity to make a meaningful dent in poverty in the state of Colorado.
To apply, or for additional information, please contact Rohan Pidaparti at [email protected]