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Human Services Program Executive 2

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Department of Human Services

Fresh

Location

Pennsylvania, 17120

Salary

$88,235 - $134,162

per year

Closes

February 21, 2026

SES Pay Grade

Base salary range: $147,649 - $221,900

Typical requirements: Executive-level leadership experience. Senior executive qualifications required.

Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).

Job Description

Summary

This job involves leading a team that provides specialized support and training for people with intellectual disabilities and mental health challenges in state facilities across Pennsylvania.

You'll oversee assessments, plan services for admissions and discharges, and work with other organizations to improve care.

It's a great fit for an experienced leader in human services who enjoys travel, team management, and making a real difference in people's lives.

Key Requirements

  • One year of experience as a Human Services Program Executive 1 or equivalent
  • Five years of professional experience in developing, implementing, or evaluating human services programs
  • Strong leadership and management skills for overseeing clinical and professional staff
  • Ability to conduct clinical assessments and coordinate services for admissions, behavioral consultations, and discharges
  • Experience directing training programs for state centers and other organizations
  • Willingness to travel frequently overnight throughout Pennsylvania
  • Full-time availability for 37.5 hours per week, with part-time telework option

Full Job Description

Are you a driven, detail-oriented human services professional seeking a leadership opportunity where you can influence meaningful and lasting change?

The Department of Human Services is looking for a dedicated Human Services Program Executive 2 to join our Bureau of State Operated Facilities team.

In this pivotal role, you will serve as the dual diagnosis lead for the state centers, oversee the Therapeutic Recovery Team, and act as a key liaison with the Office of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services.

This role requires strong leadership and management expertise, as well as a dedication to guiding a mobile, interdisciplinary consultative team to ensure exceptional services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and dual-diagnosis mental health needs across state centers and other locations throughout Pennsylvania.

If you are prepared to provide strategic oversight and direction to help individuals achieve fulfilling everyday lives, we invite you to apply and contribute to the success of this essential program!


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Requirements

In this position, you will oversee clinical and professional staff who provide services to individuals living in the state centers.

You will ensure thorough clinical assessments are completed for new admissions and lead the coordination and planning of services related to admissions, behavioral consultations, and discharges.

Responsibilities include directing and delivering training requested by state centers, as well as responding to training needs identified by other organizations.

You will work closely with state and private service providers while supervising a mobile team of clinical and professional staff.

Additionally, as a member of the Bureau of State Operated Facilities leadership team, you will contribute to the development of policies, initiatives, and strategic goals.


Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.


Work Schedule and Additional Information:

  • Full-time employment, 37.5 hours per week
  • Work hours are 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 30-minute lunch.
  • This position requires frequent overnight travel throughout the Commonwealth. (multiple occurrences per month)

  • Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to 3 days per week.

    In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania.

    If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time.

    Additional details may be provided during the interview.

  • Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
  • You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

  • One year of experience as a Human Services Program Executive 1 (Commonwealth job title or equivalent Federal Government job title, as determined by the Office of Administration); or
  • Five years of professional experience in the development, implementation, or evaluation of a human services program or program operations, including three years of consultative or supervisory experience; or
  • An equivalent combination of experience and training that includes three years of professional consultative or supervisory experience in the development, implementation, or evaluation of a human services program or program operations.

Other Requirements:

  • You must meet the PA residency requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency requirements, follow the link and click on Residency.
  • You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position.

Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).

  • If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
  • Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
  • Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

  • Veterans:

    • Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. §7103) provides employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to many state and local government jobs. To learn more about employment preferences for veterans, go to www.pa.gov/agencies/employment/how-to-apply.html and click on Veterans.

    Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):

    • 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals).

    If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.


    The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce.

    The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania.

    The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law.

    All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.

    Additional Information

    • Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam).
    • Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions.
    • Your score is valid for this specific posting only.
    • You must provide complete and accurate information or:
      • your score may be lower than deserved.
      • you may be disqualified.
    • You may only apply/test once for this posting.
    • Your results will be provided via email.

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    Posted on NEOGOV: 2/6/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 2/6/2026

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