Executive Management 1 IV-D/TANF Administrator 2026-01265

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GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

Are you a visionary leader driven to make a lasting impact on the lives of Wyoming families?

At the Department of Family Services, we operate under the Wy Home Matters framework—grounded in the belief that children and vulnerable adults thrive best when they can remain safely at home. We are seeking a dynamic and strategic IV-D/TANF Administrator to lead and oversee the Child Support Program (CSP) and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF).

As the designated IV-D Director, you will serve as a cornerstone of the Economic Security Division, providing high-level leadership, direction, and accountability for two of the state’s most critical programs. In this role, you will shape policy, guide operations, and drive program performance to ensure Wyoming residents receive effective, efficient, and equitable services that promote long-term stability and well-being.

You will lead and inspire a multidisciplinary team, foster strong partnerships, and champion innovative solutions that align with our mission to support and strengthen Wyoming families. This is a unique opportunity to influence meaningful outcomes at a statewide level while advancing a culture grounded in service, integrity, and impact.

Working for the State of Wyoming offers more than a paycheck. Our total compensation package includes:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid vacation, sick leave, FMLA, and holidays
• Retirement - Pension and 457B plans that help you build a secure future
• Flexible schedules and work-life balance options
• Meaningful work that makes a difference for Wyoming communities and MUCH MORE!

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Human Resource Contact: Michelle Johnson / michelle.johnson@wyo.gov


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.


PREFERENCES:


Education: Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an ABA-accredited law school.Licensure: Active membership in good standing with the Wyoming State Bar and licensed (or plan to be licensed) to practice law in Wyoming.
Experience: Proven background in public administration or human services, specifically within child support or public assistance programs.
Skills: Advanced executive leadership, strategic planning, and the ability to exercise independent judgment on high-impact, statewide issues.


KNOWLEDGE:

• Strategic Leadership: Assist in defining statewide program priorities and operational expectations consistent with DFS strategic objectives.
• Staff Management: Directly and indirectly supervise a broad team, including contract staff, while fostering professional development and succession planning.
• Policy & Compliance: Interpret complex federal and state regulations, translating them into operational directives to ensure total program compliance.
• Fiscal Stewardship: Manage significant public resources, providing input and oversight for budgets ranging from $25,000,000 to $50,000,000.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Serve as a key advisor to executive leadership and act as a liaison with the Attorney General’s Office, legislators, and federal agencies.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:


None - See "Preferences"


PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• This position takes place in an average work environment.

NOTES:

• FLSA: Exempt
• All positions within the Department of Family Services will require a background check, including the taking of fingerprints, which will be completed through the Wyoming Department of Criminal Investigation, the Department of Family Services, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation, for every successful applicant.

049- Department of Family Services - Economic Security Division

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The State of Wyoming is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively supports the ADA and reasonably accommodates qualified applicants with disabilities.

Class Specifications are subject to change, please refer to the A & I HRD Website to ensure that you have the most recent version.