Systems Integration Specialist at New Jersey Department of Children and Families in Trenton, New Jersey

Job Description:

The Department of Children and Families (DCF), Office of Housing is seeking a qualified candidate for a Government Representative 2 that will function as a Systems Integration Specialist. This position will be located in Trenton, NJ. 

This position may be eligible to work remotely for up to two days in a calendar week.

The Department of Children and Families (DCF) seeks a Systems Integration Specialist. This position is supervised by the Assistant Director or Administrator and is responsible for bringing stakeholder organizing and capacity building expertise. This position will support the integration of housing within the prevention continuum using implementation frameworks, approaches, tools and other resources. This position primarily supports the work of capacity building across DCF departments and with external stakeholders and is responsible for supporting the vision of sustainable integration of DCF housing efforts, and leading community coordination to reduce barriers to accessing housing and related supports.

RESPONSIBILTIES 

* Build capacity among teams, organizations, and systems to support increase knowledge of the 

intersection between housing and child and family serving systems.

* Use facilitation techniques to make power structures visible and protect all voices in the integration process.

* Handle sensitive and complex matters and serves as a subject matter expert.

* Manage internal/external partnerships, ensures the maintenance of effective stakeholder relationships to include community providers, and actively engages parents, youth and families in program development and implementation activities.   

* Compile and analyzes research on best practices from other States and local jurisdictions related to capacity building.

* Identifies, reviews, and synthesizes evidence of effectiveness regarding technical assistance and capacity building efforts. 

* Develop and implement materials related to training, coaching, policy and procedures.  

* Develop and manage teams that include public and private stakeholders, parents, youth and families; ensures clear communication across teams by using feedback loops, and other communication strategies. 

* Guide the development of strategic plans that align the vision of the Office of Housing with statewide and national housing priorities.

* Aide in the formulation of new policies and programs and provides recommendations for modifications to existing programs/policies.

* Provide technical assistance and education to DCF staff and external stakeholders about the integration of housing within child/family serving systems; this includes the development of effective structures and processes.

* Ensure youth and family experiences are at the forefront of collaborations with stakeholders and drives system integration decision making.

* Ensure knowledge about, and community experience, is integrated in the implementation of capacity building efforts. 

* Prepare and present detailed reports, briefs and other correspondence that support decision making.

REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s degree. 

EXPERIENCE: Three (3) years of experience in capacity building or providing technical assistance to organizations or systems. Preferred candidates will have experience in group facilitation, project management and building capacity with stakeholder partners. Strong preference will be given to individuals with demonstrated experience in capacity building and knowledge of the housing landscape.

RESUME NOTE: Eligibility determinations will be based upon information presented on the resume only. Applicants who possess a degree from a college or university outside the United States must provide an evaluation of one’s transcripts from a recognized evaluation service at the time of submission by the above closing date. Failure to do so may result in your ineligibility.

LICENSE: Appointees will be required to possess a driver's license valid in New Jersey only if the operation of a vehicle, rather than employee mobility, is necessary to perform the essential duties of the position.

RESIDENCY LAW: Please refer to the New Jersey Department of Children and Families’ website at www.state.nj.us/dcf.

SALARY: Commensurate with education and experience.

TO APPLY: You must submit a cover letter and resume as a single PDF document, saving the file by your Last Name, First Name. Please indicate in your cover letter where you found this job opportunity and send the file to: 

Job.Posting@dcf.nj.gov

The Department of Children and Families is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive work environment which reflects the diversity of the state we serve.