Agency: Department of Social Services / Child Protection Services
Location:Sioux Falls, Rapid City, or Pierre, SD
Salary: $107,552.88 annually, depending on qualifications
Pay Grade: O
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
This is a Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly position with the Department of Social Services. For more information on the Department of Social Services, please visit .
The Department of Social Services (DSS) is seeking a results-driven, strategic leader to serve as the Division Director of Child Protection Services. This position provides executive leadership, direction, and oversight of a statewide child protection program ensuring the safety and permanency for children that come into the State’s care while driving continuous improvement in outcomes.
The Director is responsible for leading high-performing teams, ensuring compliance with state and federal laws and regulations, and driving continuous improvement in service delivery and outcomes. This role requires a leader who can effectively navigate complex systems, build strong partnerships, and translate vision into measurable results.
This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act and requires occasional in- and out-of-state travel. Work schedules may include evenings, weekends, and holidays based on operational needs.
At DSS, you will have the opportunity to lead meaningful work that directly impacts the lives of children and families across South Dakota.
This position is exempt from the Civil Service Act.
Successful applicant(s) will undergo an abuse and neglect screening.
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 here . This position is a member of Class A retirement under SDRS.
Must apply online:
You must apply online, emailed resumes or submissions will not be accepted.
South Dakota Bureau of Human Resources
Telephone: 605.773.3148 Email: ***email_hidden***
"An Equal Opportunity Employer"
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