Adoption Manager

Agency Dept of Health and Human Services Division Social Services Job Classification Title Human Services Program Manager I (NS) Position Number 60041885 Grade NC18 About Us The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, and has approximately 17,000 employees. It is responsible for ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of all North Carolinians, providing human service needs for special populations including individuals who are deaf, blind, developmentally disabled, and mentally ill, and helping poor North Carolinians achieve economic independence. Description of Work The primary purpose of this position is to oversee Adoption Services, NC’s adoption assistance and guardianship services including contract management and monitoring, adoption review and indexing, Special Children Adoption Incentive Fund (SCAIF), post adoption services for the Child Welfare Section. This position is responsible for exploring, installing, monitoring, and implementing the adoption programs and services using implementation science and to oversee dissemination of child welfare policy and practice guidance in accordance with state and federal law and rules. The Adoption Services Manager is a key leadership position within the Permanency Planning Section that provides vision and leadership for the section’s social services goals. The position reports directly to the Permanency Chief. The position serves on the child welfare executive management team and acts on behalf of Section Chief to fulfill the mission and vision of the Section in alignment with Department, Division, state and federal priorities. In the restructuring of the Permanency Section, this position is one of two human services program managers for the section and will manage human service program consultants and administrative support staff (as well as several temporary employees in the delivery of these program outcomes). Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management Preferences Salary Range: $63,927 - $111,871 Recruitment Range: $63,927 - $84,624 Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement. The Knowledge Skills and Abilities/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred. Child welfare program management experience in adoptions or foster care. Experience working in adoption services; including but not limited to policies, federal and state laws, and best practice methods to enhance and maintain an effective adoption program and Title IV-E. Experience working with various computer software applications, including the ability to access, manipulate and analyze relevant data for program planning, implementation and written and oral reports. Considerable knowledge of business processes and practices of government programs. Experience with N.C. Human Services System in the area of Child Welfare. Demonstrated ability in the administration of social services system at state and/or county levels. REPOST - Previous Applicants   Do Not Need To Reapply In Order To Be Considered For This Vacancy The Posting Will Close At 11:59 P.M. The Night Before The End Date This Position Is 100% Federally Funded About the Division of Social Services (DSS): The Division of Social Services (DSS) provides direct services that address issues of poverty, family violence and exploitation. We aim to prevent abuse, neglect and exploitation of vulnerable citizens, and promote self-reliance and self-sufficiency for individuals and families. About the Child Welfare Services: Child Welfare Services offers a range of programs aimed at protecting children, strengthening families, and supporting safe, permanent homes. This includes Child Protective Services, Adoption & Foster Care, and Child Placement Services. It also provides community-based supports like Child Protection Teams, independent living for youth transitioning from care, and initiatives under federal acts such as the Family First Prevention Services Act. The division manages licensing, interstate coordination, pregnancy services, safe surrender of newborns, and specialized assistance for substance-affected infants—working closely with local and state agencies to ensure child safety and promote family stability. Compensation and Benefits:   The State of North Carolina offers excellent comprehensive benefits. Employees can participate in health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, and the NCFlex program (numerous high-quality, low-cost benefits on a pre-tax basis). Employees also receive paid vacation, sick, and community service leave. In addition, paid parental leave is available to eligible employees. Visit the website for  State Benefits .  Supplemental Contact Information:  The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces an Employment First philosophy, which consists of complying with all federal laws, state laws, and Executive Orders.  We are committed to reviewing requests for reasonable accommodation at any time during the hiring process or while on the job.  For more information about DHHS:  https://www.ncdhhs.gov/ .   DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals.  Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.  In accordance with the Governor’s Executive Order 303 , our agency supports second-chance employment for individuals who were previously incarcerated or justice-involved.  We invite all potential applicants to apply for positions for which they may be qualified.  Application Process   Be sure to complete the applicatio