Division Manager - Benefits and Community Support

Overview

At the Larimer County Department of Human Services, we strive to be responsive and provide timely resources in partnership with our community so that individuals and families are healthy, supported, and safe. We are seeking a highly motivated, innovative, and enthusiastic staff member to join our Benefits and Community Support Division as a Division Manager.

The Benefits and Community Support (BCS) Division Manager serves as the strategic leader for the BCS Division of the Larimer County Department of Human Services. This position is responsible for the Food Assistance Program, Health First Colorado, Child Care Assistance Program, Cash Assistance Programs, Low Income Energy Assistance Program, and Child Support. The position is an integral member of the Executive Leadership Team, reporting to the Deputy Director. The position also exhibits strategic leadership and emphasizes collaboration to draw together resources throughout the County, State, and other counties in Colorado to consistently present a cohesive, coordinated, and positive image for Larimer County Human Services.

This position is a hybrid position and will require at least one day/week in the office. You will be required to have adequate internet access and space for remote work. Larimer County provides a one-time remote work stipend to assist with equipment and office supply needs for remote workspaces.

Responsibilities

What you'll be doing:

• Leading the division's management team, reviews and resolves internal issues, and develops policy and procedures.
• Driving changes and improvements in all program areas to better serve customers.
• Maintaining programs, outcomes, performance metrics, and financial integrity through data collection, interpretation, and evaluation; provides monthly and quarterly reports of program progress to local, state, and federal entities.
• Assisting in strategic planning and in the development and implementation of policies and procedures.
• Taking an active role in representing Larimer County's interests and working collaboratively with other counties, the State offices, and the Colorado Human Services Director's Association.
• Remaining well-versed on current issues, laws, and regulations regarding benefits programs and providing guidance to staff at all levels as required.
• Responsible for managing budgets and allocations, including making required adjustments to revenues or expenses throughout each fiscal year.
  
  

To view the full job description, visit: https://www.larimer.gov/hr/careers/job-descriptions#/app/detail/Human_Services_Division_Manager

What We're Looking For

• Provides strategic leadership that aligns programs, resources, and priorities across County departments, State partners, and regional stakeholders.
• Builds and sustains strong collaborative relationships supported by clear, effective communication.
• Oversees performance management and staff development while supporting leadership growth at all levels.
• Promotes coordinated service delivery that reflects a consistent, professional, and positive representation of Larimer County Human Services.
  
  

Qualifications

All candidates will be screened for the following required minimum qualifications. Any candidate who does not meet all of the qualifications listed as required will be eliminated from the process.

• Six (6) years of experience in a related human service field or performance of similar duties, including experience in management of programs and personnel required, with at least three (3) years of experience in supervision and administration of human services programs required.
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in Social Work, Psychology, Behavioral Sciences, Human Services, Business or Public Administration, or a related field required.
• Possession of a valid Driver's License by date of hire required.
  
  

Benefits

Larimer County offers the following for all Regular, Limited Term, and Appointed positions:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• FSA or HSA, depending on medical plan
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Basic Life/Accidental Death & Dismemberment
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Retirement Plan 401(a) with employer match
• 457(b) Deferred Compensation
• Paid time off including vacation, sick, and holidays
  
  

To view information on Larimer County's Benefits, visit https://www.larimer.gov/hr/benefits .

Supplemental Information

Position will be located at one of the following three locations: 1501 Blue Spruce Drive, Fort Collins, CO 2555 Midpoint Drive, Fort Collins, CO 200 Peridot Avenue, Loveland, CO

Do you speak Spanish? You may be eligible to receive extra pay from Larimer County's Second Language Compensation Program. To learn more about the program visit: https://www.larimer.gov/hr/employee-relations/2nd-language-compensation

All new employees and rehires will be required to submit fingerprints for a CBI criminal background check (c.r.s. 26-6-104).

An offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of required pre-employment checks or testing.

All application components must be submitted by 11:59 PM MT on the listed closing date.

Larimer County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment in all employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or expression, and sexual orientation), national origin, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, military status, or any other characteristic protected by law or regulation.