Special Projects Director - Substance Use, Unhoused, Re-Entry #2411-5594-02

This position is responsible for the coordinating, planning and implementation of Community Services special projects. Work involves leadership in the development of grant applications for specified issues and/or departments under the Community Services Administration. The person filling this position may also be responsible for the coordination and management of special projects when they are in the start-up phase requiring thorough research and investigation of various ways to provide additional services to the community.

• Conducts need assessments on issues of substance use and addiction, homelessness, youth & families, elderly, re-entry and justice system-involved populations, and other social service needs in New Haven.
• Develops specific programs to meet the needs of vulnerable populations, including those with substance use disorder or mental health conditions, homeless families and individuals, re-entry and justice-system involved populations, and other related at-risk individuals.
• Monitors, researches, and seeks funding from public and private funding sources on Local, State and Federal levels for a variety of human service programs and projects related to areas such as substance use & addiction, homelessness, re-entry & justice system involved populations.
• Maintains liaison with City staff and community organizations that have programs (such as health, housing, and other related human services) that impact identified populations.
• Participates in the research, development, and preparation of grant proposals.
• Researches, compiles, analyzes, and presents data relating to identified vulnerable population.
• Analyzes and develops policy recommendation in regard to service needs of identified population.
• Prepares and submits legislative proposals regarding the issues of human services.
• Performs other related work as required.

Graduation from an accredited four year college or university preferred, with major course work in relevant areas such as social work, public health, public administration; minimum of 1 year of experience in program planning, social services program administration, community development, or public administration. In lieu of college degree, 3 additional years of experience in a related field may be substituted. 

Equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the following knowledge, abilities, and skills:

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of projects or program planning and development with a focus on vulnerable populations.
• Knowledge of research methodologies, analysis and report writing.
• Ability to research, develop and analyze social service programs and policies.
• Ability to research and identify sources of grant funding and prepare grant applications.
• Ability to develop relationships and work with the community organization, agencies, clients, nonprofit/government partners, and funders.
• Ability to develop collective impact metrics and coordinate efforts of various agencies for a common goal.
• Ability to express ideas clearly in writing and orally.
• Ability to use computers and common software applications (MSWord and Excel).
  

Applications will be reviewed by the Department of Human Resources. Applicants must demonstrate that they meet the minimum requirements as listed within the job description; failure to do so may result in disqualification. Applicants meeting minimum requirements may be invited to participate in a Civil Service exam process at a later date.

It is critical that you complete the application thoroughly, as the information you provide will be used to ascertain if you are eligible to move forward in the selection process. Your application and resume should indicate that you meet the minimum requirements as listed. This information may be used to determine the eligibility list. As such, this job announcement should be considered the exam announcement, and submissions may be evaluated prior to the posted closing date.

Information regarding the employment and selection process can be found HERE.

We reserve the right to extend an application deadline or close a job posting early to ensure we can attract and identify the best candidate(s) for a position.