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Job Requisition NumberJR103717 PRINCIPAL HUMAN SERVICES POLICY AND SYSTEMS SPECIALIST (Open)Pay GradeC00A30 AClassificationPrincipal Human Services Policy & Systems SpecialistClass DefinitionGENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: To perform the most complex technical, analytical, evaluative and liaison work in human service planning and development of policies and systems; and to do related work as required.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general supervision of a superior from who assignments are received in outline form with considerable latitude for the exercise of independent judgement and initiative.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Plans, supervises and reviews the work of subordinate technical and clerical personnel assigned to assist.
ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED:
- To perform the most complex technical, analytical, evaluative work in the planning and development of human service policies and systems on a statewide basis.
- To plan, organize and supervise subordinate specialists in the development of human service policy and systems.
- To be responsible for planning and organizing field staff input for the development of electronic policy and systems.
- To research, write and edit Department of Human Services policy based upon accurate interpretation of federal/state laws and regulations.
- To do related work as required.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT:
KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS AND CAPACITIES: A thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of developing human service programs and systems; a thorough knowledge of the methods and techniques involved in the electronic and manual collection and organization of data used in human service programs; the ability to understand electronic file maintenance in policy and eligibility systems; the ability to interpret federal and state laws and regulations and their impact on Department of Human Services policies; the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with federal, state and community officials as well as the general public; and related capacities and abilities.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Education: Such as may have been gained through: graduation from a college of recognized standing; and
Experience: Such as may have been gained through: progressively responsible employment in using and/or formulating Department of Human Services policies and/or systems.
Or, any combination of education and experience that shall be substantially equivalent to the above education and experience.
Supplemental InformationCandidate would provide lobby management for the Providence regional DHS offices with a focus on supporting triage best practices and clerical efficiency and excellence. Candidate is expected to understand statewide best practices and ensure consistency across offices. Provides statewide coverage as needed.The individual hired to fill this position is being hired into an E-Verify site which contains Federal tax Information (FTI), as defined in IRS Publication 1075. Although the individual may not have direct access to FTI, the individual is required to have their employment eligibility validated through E-Verify.
https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/IER_RighttoWorkPoster.pdf
https://e-verify.uscis.gov/web/media/resourcesContents/E-Verify_Participation_Poster_ES.pdfBenefits
For information regarding the benefits available to State of Rhode Island employees, please visit the Office of Employee Benefits' website at http://www.employeebenefits.ri.gov/.
Also, be advised that a new provision in RI General Law 35-6-1 was enacted requiring direct deposit for all employees. Specific to new hires, the law requires that all employees hired after September 30, 2014 participate in direct deposit. Accordingly, any employee hired after this date will be required to participate in the direct deposit system. At the time the employee is hired, the employee shall identify a financial institution that will serve as a personal depository agency for the employee.
Skills Required
- Graduation from a recognized college
- Progressively responsible employment using and/or formulating Department of Human Services policies and/or systems
- Equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for the stated requirements
- Ability to interpret federal and state laws and regulations and assess their impact on DHS policies
- Knowledge of human service program and systems development
- Knowledge of electronic and manual data collection and organization methods used in human services
- Understanding of electronic file maintenance in policy and eligibility systems
- Ability to establish and maintain relationships with federal, state, community officials, and the public
What We Do
The State of Rhode Island is the official government entity responsible for the administration, governance, and delivery of public services to the citizens and residents of the state of Rhode Island.
