Director of the Child Support Fatherhood Initiative

The Mississippi Department of Human Services (MDHS) is seeking a full-time contract worker to serve as Director of the Child Support Fatherhood Initiative. The director will be responsible for planning, directing, and implementing the Fatherhood Initiative, supervising and managing Fatherhood Agents, and overseeing case management. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree with 3 years of relevant experience, knowledge of computer database skills, and project management experience. The hourly pay range for this position is $26.55/hour to $28.85/hour. Key responsibilities include: • Plan and direct the development, design, and implementation of the Fatherhood Initiative • Supervise and manage Fatherhood Agents • Oversee case management • Oversee the maintenance of communication with potential participants of the Fatherhood Initiative • Initiate and maintain communication with partner and/or potential partner organizations and/or agencies • Oversee the Fatherhood Initiative program, including data retention and analysis, and monitoring and maintaining adherence to processes and procedures • Draft correspondence, notices, memoranda, and/or other documents as assigned • Serve as a spokesperson and liaison between agency divisions, outside organizations, and the general public • Research issues in child support enforcement, including but not limited to the efficacy of fatherhood programs • Gain sufficient proficiency in computer applications to support the Fatherhood Initiative and the Child Support Division • Plan and monitor program budget and expenditures • Analyze program performance and draft periodic program performance summaries