Job/Position DescriptionThe Regional Director, under the direction of the Division of Investigations Director of Family Investigations and Alternative Response, provides leadership and management for the daily operation of the Investigation and Alternative Response program within Region 9 and 10. The position is responsible for ensuring the effective delivery of child protective services to clients within the region while managing the regional budget, human resources, and contracts. The position interacts frequently with other regional personnel, state office staff, various community organizations, elected officials, and other legislators to enhance and advance the mission of the agency. In addition to providing leadership, there are four general areas for which the regional director has personal responsibility: workforce management; client outcomes; general administration and community engagement.The Regional Director will understand the gravity of the program's mission to protect children and will set high expectations of program staff and management to fulfill that mission. The Regional Director should lead the region with integrity and transparency.Essential Job FunctionsDirects planning, implementation, coordination and evaluation of services to promote positive client outcomes related to child safety, permanency and well-being. Responsible for case outcomes, ensuring tasks are completed timely, and that agency policy and procedures are followed. Implements practice and policy changes without disruption to delivery of services.Develops, implements, and monitors plans, procedures, and techniques to ensure effective allocation and management of regional resources.Utilizes all available reporting and data to monitor, continually assess and improve regional performance, and develops plans to address needs. Identifies and strengthens areas needing improvement.Is an active and cooperative partner with community stakeholders including, but not limited to child and family advocacy organizations, law enforcement, faith-based organizations, health care and other service providers, children, youth and families. May also represent the Division of Investigations on various boards, task forces, and committees.Creates and maintains a work environment that supports high performing teams, retention of staff, learning, and continuous improvement. Maintains a stable, well-trained, motivated, and dedicated staff.Responsible for all aspects of staff development, including the program's use of performance data, consultation, training, and performance appraisals. Responsible for the development, support, and guidance of all staff. Responsible for the selection, training, support, development, and monitoring of the regional management team.Responsible for timely and appropriate communication to field staff and to the Director of Field and other state office staff as well as accurate reporting on the status and progress of Investigation operations in the region.Performs other duties as assigned and required to maintain regional operations.Promotes, monitors, and ensures that respect is demonstrated for cultural diversity.Attends work regularly in accordance.Registrations, Licensure Requirements or CertificationsNoneKnowledge Skills AbilitiesKnowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to program areasAbility to direct and organize program activitiesAbility to identify problems, evaluate alternatives, and implement effective solutionsAbility to co https://jobshrportal.hhsc.state.tx.us/ENG/CareerPortal/job_profile.cfm?szOrderID=600018 Copy the URL in the preceding sentence to an Internet Explorer browser to apply to the job directly through the Texas Health and Human Services Career Portal.