Description

The Administrator provides strategic direction, ensures compliance with federal and state regulations, manages a statewide workforce, and represents IDVR to stakeholders including community partners, employers, federal agencies, the Rehabilitation Services Council, the Governor’s Office, and Legislature The Administrator is responsible for building and sustaining a high-performing, mission-driven organization that delivers measurable outcomes for the people of Idaho consistent with federal and state law, and appropriations.

Strategic Planning and Direction:

• Provide strategic oversight for the development and implementation of policies and plans to achieve established goals.
• Lead the development of the agency’s long-term goals and priorities.
• Monitor and direct adjustments to strategies in response to performance and changing conditions. 

Operational Management:

• Ensure the smooth functioning of the agency’s day-to-day operations, in coordination with the Strategic Leadership Team.
• Review, assess and oversee the agency’s allocation of resources (budget, staff, equipment) to ensure efficiency and compliance with State and Federal requirements.
• Provide oversight and guidance for project execution and ensure compliance with required timelines.

Staff Leadership and Development:

• Hire, train, and evaluate all direct reports.
• Drive initiatives that strengthen a positive organizational culture.
• Advance staff development and provide leadership across agency departments. 

Financial Oversight:

• Oversee and direct decision making to support a balanced and compliant agency budget.Ensure financial sustainability and compliance with State and Federal budget and purchasing requirements.
• Provide oversight of financial planning, auditing, and State and Federal reporting.
• Identify funding sources, grants, or partnerships to support the agency’s goals and ensure appropriate State appropriations to spend financial resources obtained.

External Relations and Advocacy:

• Represent the agency and educate stakeholders such as legislature, federal partners, participants, community partners, vendors, and the public to support the mission and vision of the agency.
• Build relationships with workforce and community partners to support the agency’s mission, vision, and goals at the state and national levels.
• Advocate for policies, programs, or initiatives that align with the agency’s mission.

Compliance and Risk Management:

• Ensure agency compliance with state and federal laws, regulations, and ethical standards in Vocational Rehabilitation.
• Assess risks, identify solutions, and implement mitigation measures in collaboration with the Strategic Leadership Team.

Evaluation and Reporting:

• Monitor the progress and impact of agency policies, procedures, programs, and services.
• Develop and provide reports for stakeholders.
• Analyze data and feedback to set the strategic direction in alignment with the agency strategic plan and the state.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience in business process analysis, operational decision-making and communication with the public, providers, legislators, administrators, community partners and others.
• Experience managing compliance with federal and state laws pertaining to the delivery of services.
• Experience in a strategic leadership role, which included supervision of professional staff (such as department head, senior manager, or deputy director).
• Experience developing and implementing strategic plans and making high-level decisions that impact an agency or business’ direction and outcomes.
• Experience with managing complex budgets and making personnel and financial resource allocation decisions.
   

Preferred Qualifications

• Good knowledge of public relations best practices
• Good knowledge of public resource programs and processes
• Good knowledge of Idaho’s legislative process
• Good knowledge of federal grant compliance
• Some knowledge of grants that have state match requirements
   

Essential Skills

• Leadership and Decision-Making: Strong leadership and decision-making skills, with the ability to manage culture, people, and complex situations.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement short-term solutions while balancing long-term strategies to meet organizational goals.
• Financial Management: Knowledge of budgeting, resource allocation, and financial reporting.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills for interacting with staff, stakeholders, workforce program leadership, internal and external partners.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to analyze issues, identify solutions, and drive change when needed.
• Negotiation and Conflict Resolution: Skilled in negotiating and resolving conflicts, whether internal or external to the organization.

Application Process: Candidates must meet all minimum qualifications to be considered. Please include a detailed resume outlining your work history and a cover letter explaining how you meet the minimum qualifications. Please apply through the link here.

Benefits:

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

One of the top 5 retirement systems in the Nation (PERSI) that offers a defined lifetime benefit at retirement 
2 voluntary supplemental retirement plans including both pre-tax and Roth options
Medical, vision, and dental insurance benefits that become effective first of the month following your hire date. All contributions can be pre-tax
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
Life insurance for self, spouse, and children
Additional perks and discounts available through medical provider
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligibility
Employee assistance program
Additional information related to benefits and/or State programs can be found here: https://dhr.idaho.gov/information-for-state-employees/

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 ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

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