Children's Protective Service, Director

Full time | Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs | United States Posted On 03/25/2026 Job Information Position Number 703217 $58,061.00 - DOE/DOQ Close Date 04/17/2026 Job Opening Status Open Government/Military City Warm Springs State/Province Oregon 97761 Job Description Ensure the daily operations of the Children's Protective Services and their subservient programs or services and maintenance of such services on a consistent basis in accordance with all applicable Tribal, State, and/or Federal regulations. Integrate standards into existing Tribal values and customs while ensuring provision of cost-effective services within the scope of planned program/budget strategies. Responsible for fiscal planning, distribution, and maintenance of all directed funds for Children's Protective Services. Supervise staff and/or volunteers and perform all required supervisory duties. Approve hiring and complete performance appraisals. Does scheduling and budgeting for department. Ensure working relationships are maintained and nurtured with the community, other agencies and within the CPS structure to ensure necessary program services are not hindered in any manner. Knowledge of Tribal policies, procedures, organization, and administration. Conduct practical short- and long-range plans. Develop and maintain good successful relationships. Determine appropriate program priorities. Write, negotiate, and manage grants, contracts, and budgets. Develop effective children's services programs. Maintain confidentiality. Travel will be required both in and out of state and be on call after normal work hours for Child Welfare Emergencies. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field. Three years of experience in providing protective services to children. Not engage in use of illegal drugs and be free from the dysfunctional use of alcohol. For people recovering from the disease of substance addiction, continued sobriety for the previous three years. Pass a criminal background screening, character check and financial investigation as required by PL 101-630. Background check with Tribe, State or Federal law enforcement. Valid Oregon driver’s license. Will be required to have extensive and in-depth knowledge and understanding of the Indian Child Welfare Act (ICWA) and how it pertains to Federally Recognized Indian Tribal Governments. Supporting documentation may be required/requested. Benefits include: Excellent medical insurance with low annual maximum-out-of-pocket costs, plus vision and dental. Available flex spending plan for daycare and medical costs. Also available are numerous supplemental insurance packages. 401(k) or ROTH retirement with up to 5% employer matching after one year of employment. Eleven days of paid holidays and Personal time off (PTO) accruing at 130 hours annually with increases after three years of service. #J-18808-Ljbffr