Opening Date: 12/4/2025.
Closing Date: 12/10/2025 11:59:00 PM
Type of Recruitment: Open Competitive.
Salary: Yearly: $72,166.00 MIN - $108,248.00 MAX.
Pay Grade: 20
Shift Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm
Employment Type: Actual Vacancy
Employment Term: Regular
Agency: DHSS/Division of Health Care Quality
Location(s): Cambridge Building: (263 Chapman Rd, Newark, DE, 19702)
Contact Name: DHSS Talent Acquisition
Contact Phone: 302-220-5830
Summary: The Social Service Chief Administrator oversees the functional and administrative operations of the Division of Health Care Quality (DHCQ), ensuring compliance with regulations and driving quality improvement initiatives. This role supports the Director and Deputy Director by managing special projects, policy development, and legislative revisions. Key responsibilities include oversight and management of all fiscal and budget operations, coordinating task forces, overseeing staff training, representing the division on statewide committees, and collaborating with external agencies. The position also handles various administrative duties such as contract management, overseeing certification programs, and assisting with state surveys, all aimed at maintaining service quality and operational efficiency. The Social Service Chief Administrator is an integral part of the senior leadership team and will supervise all quality improvement staff.