Social Services County Manager I

Position Number: 22097785 
County: Desha 
Posting End Date:  November 11, 2026

The Department of Human Services (DHS) Social Services County Manager I is responsible for coordinating departmental operations within a smaller county facility. This position is governed by state and federal laws and agency/institution policy.

Preferred Qualifications:

The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in sociology, psychology, public administration, or a related field plus two (2) years of experience in a human services or related field, including one (1) year in a supervisory capacity.  Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Office of Personnel Management.  OTHER JOB-RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

The Department of Human Services is a place for people passionate about serving others and changing lives for the better. We care for Arkansans of all ages and ensure places like child care centers and nursing homes are safe. We are the safety net for the most vulnerable Arkansans. Whether you answer the phones, take applications, protect children, or help care for residents or patients at one of our facilities, you make a difference by working at DHS. Plus, working for the State has great perks, including a pension, maternity leave, paid state holidays, and much more. At DHS, we take care of our employees so you can help care for others.

The State of Arkansas is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, citizenship, national origin, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by law.