Social Services Policy & Advocacy Manager

Summary Objective

The purpose of this position is to design and manage advocacy and public policy projects, programs and activities. Develop and coordinate community strategies relating to human service issues.
This class works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The essential functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.
• Coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed.
• Develops, analyzes and recommends legislative and public policy documents related to community issues.
• Plans, develops, organizes, implements, manages and evaluates special projects, policies and procedures related to social service needs.
• Manages the creation, design and coordination of production and distribution of issue specific curricula, promotional and informational materials and brochures, press releases, public relations activities, and public service announcements.
• Represents the department and the Mayor’s Office and prepares and presents programs to national, state, and local community groups, conferences, special events and organizations.
• Researches, identifies and procures resources such as grants, consultants, and technical assistance to improve the quality or extend the level of services in the community.
• Attends meetings with other departments, and government and community organizations to provide information, to publicize available services and to maintain positive public relations.
• Researches and collects information and prepares reports.
• Provides information and produces materials for use in training and education regarding projects, policies and programs.
• Performs related work as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Counseling, Criminal Justice, Social Science or related discipline.
• Five (5) years of social work, social service, community service, public advocacy or resource development experience, including one (1) year of supervisory experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

OTHER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Must provide one's own source of transportation.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

• Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.

UNAVOIDABLE HAZARDS (WORK ENVIRONMENT)
Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

• None.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCE

Louisville Metro Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the Louisville Metro Government to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

STANDARD CLAUSES

May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of Louisville Metro Government.
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

ESSENTIAL SAFETY FUNCTIONS

It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses.
Every manager/supervisor is responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that a safe work environment is maintained, safe work practices are followed and employees are properly trained.