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Programs Bureau Chief - CYFS

Posting Begin Date: 2025/12/15

Posting End Date: 2025/12/22

Category: Administration

Work Type: Full Time

Minimum Salary: 44.90

Maximum Salary: 47.90

Pay Rate Type: Hourly

Description

DEDICATED TO STRENGTHENING THE HEALTH, SAFETY, AND INDEPENDENCE OF IDAHOANS

Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date .

The Idaho Department of Health and Welfare, Child, Youth, & Family Services (CYFS) has an opening for a Programs Bureau Chief located at our downtown Boise office. This position will serve as a member of the CYFS leadership team and will provide direction for assigned statewide programs in support of the Department's mission, vision, and values. We are searching for an amazing individual with extensive experience in program management, contract/budget management, and quality improvement, as well as excellent communication and interpersonal skills. This position will support the Infant Toddler Program, which coordinates early intervention for children from birth to 3 years of age, that have a developmental delay or disability, the Idaho Child Care Program and the Head Start collaboration office. These programs are vital to the well-being of Idaho's children.

This position is a non-classified position and exempt from classified state service and the rules of the Division of Human Resources and the Idaho Personnel Commission.

BENEFITS:

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation and benefits package, including but not limited to:

+ We have one of the Nation's best state retirement systems (https://www.persi.idaho.gov/members-1/) (PERSI) that offers a lifetime benefit at retirement.

+ 11 paid holidays

+ Paid sick and vacation that begins accruing on your first day of employment; can be used immediately after accruing (no waiting time)

+ Paid parental leave (https://dhr.idaho.gov/information-for-state-employees/)

+ Medical, vision, and dental insurance benefits that become effective first of the month following your hire date. All contributions can be pre-tax (full-time/30+ hours per week)

+ 2 voluntary supplemental retirement plans including both pre-tax and Roth options

+ Deferred compensation plan

+ Life insurance for self, spouse, and children

+ Short and long-term disability insurance

+ Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

+ Wide variety of training opportunities

+ Some positions offer flexible hours and/or telecommuting

+ Additional perks and discounts (https://www.regence.com/producer/tools-for-members/advantages-discounts) available through medical provider

+ Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligibility (https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service)

+ Employee assistance program

Additional information related to benefits and/or State programs can be found here: https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.*

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:

+ Assures that program implementation is within allocated resources.

+ Provides management oversight and/or review of contracts, grants, and other business documentation to ensure compliance and the evaluation of controls and deficiencies are identified.

+ Provides direction to staff and advice to management on compliance with existing laws, policies, and business standards.

+ Ability to understand and apply knowledge of federal and state laws and regulations governing Early Intervention (ITP), Idaho Child Care programs (ICCP), Head Start collaboration, and relevant funding sources.

+ Evaluates and improves service programs consistent with quality improvement principals and practices to maintain compliance with state and federal laws and regulations and ensures consistent application across all regions of the state.

+ Supervises staff to include hiring, training, evaluating performance, and handling disciplinary issues.

+ Seeks opportunities for cooperation, collaboration, partnership, and integration with other programs and efforts to build working relationships with internal and external customers.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Below is preferred experience. It is not required for the position but applicants with this experience may receive consideration over other applicants. Please make sure your resume or work history supports your meeting the preferred qualifications for this position. It is highly recommended to attach a one-page cover letter to your application to demonstrate how you meet the requirements below.

+ Experience developing and monitoring contracts.Typically gained by at least 3 years’ experience developing and monitoring contracts.

+ Experience that has provided considerable knowledge of laws, regulations, policies and procedures.Typically gained by at least 3 years’ experience working with laws, regulations, policies and procedures either at the federal or state level.

+ Experience with multiple operating systems and systems software.Typically gained by at least 3 years’ experience working with multiple operating systems and systems software.

Learn About a Career with DHW (https://healthandwelfare.idaho.gov/about-dhw/dhw-careers)

If relocating to Idaho, the Department of Health & Welfare does not reimburse the cost of relocating and the department does not sponsor anyone with a work visa.

***PLEASE NOTE: application assistance is not available after the business hours listed below, on the weekends, or on holidays and you must apply before 4:59 pm on the closing date. When applying, use CHROME as your browser to avoid complications.

If you have questions, please contact us at:

Email is the quickest way to get an answer to your questions.

(answered Monday through Friday during business hours MST)

EMAIL: [email protected]

PHONE: (208) 334-0681

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email[email protected].

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.