Family Services Administrator Department of Human Services (DHS)

Grade: MS-0101-16 | Salary: ~$150,000+

Closing Date: 5/7/2026 (1st screening date 5/17/26)

Lead the Mission to End Homelessness in Our Nation's Capital
The DC Department of Human Services is seeking a visionary leader to serve as Family Services Administrator—a mission-critical role at the forefront of the District's efforts to end homelessness and transform lives.

The Opportunity
As Family Services Administrator, you'll lead one of the most impactful social services operations in the country. You'll oversee nearly 275 dedicated staff members, manage a $500M budget, and direct an extensive network of nonprofit partners—all while making a tangible difference in the lives of vulnerable adults, families, youth, and children across the District.

Reporting directly to the DHS Director, you'll guide five essential service divisions:
• Community Services
• Adult Homeless Services
• Family Homeless Services
• Youth Services Division
• Administrative Operations

What You'll Do
Lead with Impact: Drive strategic planning and implementation of comprehensive social service programs that create real change in our community.

Shape Policy: Serve on the DHS executive leadership team, represent the agency on the Interagency Council on Homelessness, and work directly with the DC Council to advance homeless services reform.

Manage Complex Operations: Oversee program development, resource allocation, contract management, grant administration, and performance measurement across multiple service areas.

Build the Future: Develop strategic plans that set standards of care, establish performance measures, and create systems that deliver measurable outcomes for individuals and families.

Ensure Compliance: Oversee implementation of federal requirements including the Refugees Act of 1980, Community Services Block Grant Act, and DC's Homeless Services Reform Amendment Act of 2017.

Why Join DHS?
Our mission is clear: provide meaningful and equitable services, supports, and access to resources so District residents can realize their goals. We're not just managing programs—we're transforming systems, creating economic opportunity, and building a more compassionate, effective government.

Ready to Make a Difference?
If you're ready to lead transformative change and help end homelessness in the District of Columbia, we want to hear from you.

Who You Are
You bring one of the following:

• A degree in behavioral or social sciences or related field
• A combination of education and experience equivalent to a major in behavioral or social sciences
• At least four years of experience demonstrating expertise in behavioral or social sciences

Plus: One year of specialized experience at a senior level in social services program leadership, policy development, and large-scale operations management.

You're a leader who:

• Thrives on tackling complex challenges with innovative solution
• Has a proven track record managing large teams and substantial budgets
• Excels at building partnerships and driving collaboration
• Is passionate about equity, justice, and serving vulnerable populations
• Can navigate political environments while staying mission-focused