Assistant Commissioner 1 - Regional Field Operations - Grand Middle

Job Description

ASSISTANT COMMISSIONER 1 - REGIONAL FIELD OPERATIONS - GRAND MIDDLE
Department of Children's Services
Regional Field Operations
Nashville, TN
Annual Salary: $160,128.00 - $213,336.00
Closing Date: 10/12/2026
Background Check:
This position requires a criminal background check. Therefore, you may be required to provide information about your criminal history in order to be considered for this position.
Job Overview:
Responsible for directing operations and ensuring alignment to strategic goals of the Department for two regions within the DCS¿ six region model. Performs work of unusual difficulty and supervisory work of considerable difficulty; performs related work as required. Oversees two Executive Directors charged with supervising the regional case management teams. The Assistant Commissioner of Field Operations will devise and lead strategic plans in collaboration with the Deputy Commissioner of Regional Operations and will ensure all guidelines and operations are adhered to and implemented consistently by regional leadership.
Key Responsibilities:
Supports the Deputy Commissioner of Regional Operations in developing the long-term goals
Oversees two regions, each led by a direct report
Directs, reviews, and participates in the study of regional operations, functions, and activities
Helping ensure the consistent application of case management policies and practices across all regions
Collaborates with Quality Compliance team members to enhance the delivery of services and support innovation of regional case management teams
Develops, submits, and administers the department budget
Evaluates staff and makes recommendations on personnel actions
Partner with Juvenile Justice and Statewide Services service units to help ensure regional case management teams are receiving support from their departmental counterparts
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree from an accredited college
8-10 years in an executive, managerial, or supervisory capacity in an organization supporting children and families
Preferred Skills :
Ability to develop and implement a clear, flexible vision to promote permanency
Strong leadership skills to guide and direct effectively
Proven track record in managing and implementing large-scale programs and initiatives, particularly in child welfare, family services, or related fields.
Experience in creating effective processes for deploying child welfare, family services, or related fields
Ability to manage cross-programmatic projects to improve outcomes for children, youth, and families
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