Deputy County Executive - Health, Housing and Human Services

Job AnnouncementUnder general direction of the County Executive, the incumbent of this class serves at the pleasure of the County Executive in accordance with the Virginia Code Ann. 15.2-807, 15.2-808, and 15.2-809, and is subject to appointment by the County Board of Supervisors pursuant to Fairfax County Code 3-1-12(1)(a). The incumbent is empowered to act for or on behalf of the County Executive and, in the absence of the County Executive, is responsible for directing the operations of the government. Supervision is exercised over a large number of department directors.The Deputy County Executive (DCE) is an executive level position appointed by the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors (BOS), to oversee the administration of the Health, Housing and Human Services system (HHS). The HHS system is comprised of ten county agencies, including the Department of Health, the Department of Neighborhood and Community Services, the Department of Family Services, Fairfax-Falls Church Community Services Board, Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court, the Department of Housing and Community Development, the Park Authority, the Public Library, and two special tax district community centers. The DCE also serves as liaison to the Park Authority Board, the Library Board of Trustees, the Reston Community Center (RCC) Board, and the McLean Community Center (MCC) Board, ensuring effective coordination and communication between the BOS and county leadership. The DCE works with and builds capacity of non-governmental stakeholders (nonprofits, businesses, faith organizations, community groups) to develop, support and deliver critical health, housing and human services. In addition, the DCE coordinates planning and service delivery with Fairfax County Public Schools, Public Safety, other county agencies, and nearly 30 related boards, authorities and commissions.The DCE is responsible for the general supervision and management of the system of programs, services and business affairs of the organization. The DCE sets and executes the HHS mission as approved by the Board of Supervisors (BOS), works with the County Executive, BOS, agency directors and stakeholders in creating, resourcing and operationalizing a strategic direction for the HHS system, and provides leadership for the business, system and service integration work through a person-centric framework. The DCE reviews progress, takes corrective action, identifies opportunities, risks and areas for improvement, and implements performance-based approaches across programs.Strategic and Policy LeadershipDevelops, leads and executes the overall HHS vision and strategic direction for the system consistent with the Countywide Strategic Plan; determines needs and priorities; establishes current and long-range plans; makes assignments to agency directors.Conducts regular leadership meetings to discuss system implications of new initiatives, service delivery, and operationalization of business processes; ensures alignment with One Fairfax, a joint social and racial equity policy of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors and School Board.Understands and effectively conveys the concepts, philosophies and strategic direction of the HHS system to the BOS, staff, residents and partners.Directs planning, coordination and evaluation of HHS programs and policies to promote innovation and effective cross-system coordination.Establishes and monitors accountability processes; identifies areas for system improvements; sponsors initiatives to improve services.Makes major management decisions affecting multi-agency operations, clients, state and federal mandates, and cross-agency resources; evaluates and responds to proposed federal and state law changes.Oversees the gathering of information, development of studies, compilation of materials, and writing of reports.Provides strategic oversight and cross-agency collaboration over planning, development, housing and ensures equitable integration of HHS services and programs, in concert with the deputy county executive for Community Development.Partners with the other deputy county executives for Public Safety & Security and Community Development and the Chief Financial Officer to ensure the success of the County's service delivery system.Resource Allocation and StewardshipDetermines priority needs, capacity of existing services, and seeks opportunities to resource funding gaps.Determines annual budget priorities for the system, reviews agency budget submissions, and makes recommendations to the County Executive to meet community needs and BOS priorities.Oversees performance and resource utilization data; works with the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to determine corrective action if necessary.Authorizes, in consultation with the CFO, redistribution of resources to meet changing system and program needs; negotiates, reviews and makes management decisions regarding budget and staff allocation for the HHS system.Plans and coordinates program and facility expansion to meet immediate and long-term needs of county residents.Elected Officials, Partnerships and Community EngagementCreates partnerships with national, state, and community stakeholders to build capacity and meet needs; secures active participation in planning, service provision, and mobilization of community resources.Communicates policy and program goals, priorities, strategies and results to the Board of Supervisors; staffs the Health and Human Services and Housing Committee of the Board of Supervisors and recommends agenda and policy issues.Represents the County on various boards, task forces, and committees; provides staff support to the Human Services Council; chairs and sets agendas for numerous commission appointments, councils, and policy teams; incorporates diverse perspectives in policy and service methods.Provides vision, guidance and direction for identifying and enhancing linkages between HHS agencies/programs, community organizations, and county leadership to meet complex multi-program needs of residents.Works to create alignment around HHS goals, priorities, strategies and results, championing the HHS vision and direction at every opportunity.Collaborates with the county legislative team to facilitate legislation of interest to HHS; coordinates with others on the county executive leadership teams responsible for service delivery to HHS agencies, staff and clients.Support and Management of HHS Leadership Team and StaffLeads the HHS leadership team by collaborating, directing, motivating and inspiring.Recruits and hires HHS agency directors.Provides direction regarding personnel matters; assigns tasks and special duties to agency directors.Oversees implementation of the county's performance feedback model; supports employee development plans; approves agency performance reviews for senior level staff.Conducts organizational climate assessments as needed and takes corrective action.Provides technical assistance to project managers to ensure quality work.Other duties as assigned by the County Executive and the Board of Supervisors.For a more detailed description of this position, click here to view the position profile.Employment StandardsMinimum QualificationsGraduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in public administration, business administration, or a closely related field; plus eight years of progressively responsible managerial experience in a local, state, or federal government, or in the non-profit or private sector, to include at least five years of experience at the senior or department director level.Certificates and Licenses RequiredNot applicable.Preferred QualificationsEducation equivalent to completion of a master's degree program with major coursework in public administration, health services administration, social services, public health, healthcare administration, allied health, housing and human services.Extensive health, social service, community services, healthcare administration or public administration experience in an administrative or operational capacity, including 10 years in an executive, senior or department director level position.Comprehensive knowledge of public administration principles and practices commonly employed in planning, direction and control of an organization providing diverse health, housing and human services.Thorough knowledge of goals, objectives, methods and techniques applicable to management of health, housing and human services programs.Thorough knowledge of public and private organizations, operations, and functions affecting health, housing and human services regulation, function and service provision at all government levels.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with officials and representatives of other county and government agencies, advisory boards, community organizations, service providers and the public.Ability to express ideas and communicate county policy on health, housing and human services and/or administrative subjects, both orally and in writing.Experience with strategic leadership and working in a large, integrated, multi-agency and multi-disciplinary health, housing and human services system.Ability to create and maintain a work environment that is respectful and accepting of diverse opinions and recognizes leadership from every chair.Leadership characterized by unwavering integrity in the execution of strategic plans that impact health, housing and human services and public policy in an often-challenging political environment.Experience with managing multiple and complex funding streams, budgets and agreements in the public sector and with public-private partnerships.Excellent personnel management and interpersonal skills with the ability to build and lead effective teams.Ability to maintain a separation of personal, public and political positions, and ensure they do not interfere with or undermine the priorities of the health, housing and human services system or the County.Necessary Special RequirementsAppointee will be required to complete a criminal background investigation and a credit check to the satisfaction of the employer.Willingness to work extended hours to cover evening and weekend committees and events. On-call for emergencies after hours, weekends, and holidays as needed.This position is considered essential personnel and will be required to report to work during times designated countywide as approved for unscheduled leave regardless of the emergency situation (i.e., weather, transportation, other disaster).Physical RequirementsThis position is primarily sedentary in nature; however, visual acuity to work on electronic equipment such as a computer monitor, typing on a keyboard, and carrying/lifting up to 15 pounds are essential to this position. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.Selection ProcedurePanel interview; may include a practical exercise.EEO StatementFairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact TTY DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov EEO/AA/TTY.J-18808-Ljbffr