DDDS Deputy Director This position is exempt from the State of Delaware Merit System
for sections like About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule. Use - for any list of duties/requirements/benefits, and
for prose. Do NOT repeat job title as heading. Do NOT put Job ID/requisition numbers as headings. Preserve all substantive info. Remove boilerplate, navigation, legal, EEO, equal-opportunity, scam-warning, duplicated lines, application instructions. Include a section ONLY when posting has real, specific content for it — never emit heading followed by filler/placeholder text (e.g., "commensurate with experience", "not specified", "N/A", "varies", "TBD") and never create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections unless posting actually states them. Prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones.
We need to parse the posting.
Content:
- Introduction: mission statement etc. Could be "About the role" or "About DHSS". Probably "About the role" or "About the organization". The instruction says use
for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). So we can use those headings if content matches.
We have:
- Introduction: mission, making a difference, etc. Could be "About the role" or maybe "About DHSS". Since they said "About the role" as example, we can use that heading for overview.
- Summary Statement: description of Deputy Division Director role, responsibilities, oversight, etc. Could go under "Responsibilities".
- Essential Functions Responsibilities and Duties: list of duties (bulleted). That's definitely responsibilities.
- Job Requirements: list of requirements (experience, education). Could be "Requirements" or "Qualifications". They differentiate Requirements and Qualifications maybe. We can put under "Requirements" the experience and education.
- Additional Posting Information: duplicate of resume instruction (application instructions) - we should remove as boilerplate/application instructions.
- Conditions of Hire: orientation, work authorization, E-Verify, no sponsorship. This is not exactly benefits/pay/schedule but could be under "Requirements"? Might be considered "Conditions of Hire" but not in allowed headings. Could be omitted if not matching allowed headings? The instruction says we should only include sections when posting has real, specific content for it, and we should use those headings. Conditions of Hire is not in list; maybe we can incorporate into "Requirements" or drop if not fitting. However, we need to preserve ALL substantive information; we cannot drop info unless it's boilerplate/legal/EEO etc. Conditions of Hire is substantive (orientation, work auth, E-Verify). We need to include it somewhere. Perhaps we can put under a generic heading like "About the role" or create a new heading? But instruction says use for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). It doesn't forbid other headings, but says use those for section headings (e.g...). It might be okay to use other headings if needed, but they said "Use for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule)." That suggests we should limit to those headings. However, we need to include conditions of hire; maybe we can incorporate into "Requirements" as part of eligibility (work authorization). Or we could create a "Qualifications" section for education/experience and put conditions under "Requirements". Or we could create a "Skills" section? Not appropriate.
Better: Use "Requirements" for experience/education, and "Qualifications" for things like work authorization, orientation? But qualifications usually similar to requirements. Could split: Requirements = experience/education; Qualifications = legal eligibility, etc. But we need to avoid filler.
We also have Benefits section: they mention "Benefits To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/". That's a statement about benefits but no specifics. According to instruction: never create Benefits section unless posting actually states them. It does state there is a comprehensive benefit package and gives a link. That's substantive enough? It says "To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website". That's stating there is a benefit package, but not detailing. Is that considered substantive? It's not filler like "commensurate with experience". It's a statement that there is a benefit package and a link. I'd say we can include a Benefits section with a
that says "Learn more about the comprehensive benefit package at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/". That seems okay.
Pay and Schedule: not mentioned, so we should not create those sections.
Skills: not explicitly listed; we could omit.
Thus sections: About the role (intro + summary), Responsibilities (essential functions), Requirements (experience/education), Qualifications (maybe work authorization, orientation, etc.), Benefits (link). Possibly also "About the role" could encompass intro and summary statement.
We need to avoid duplication: The posting has duplicate lines: "Please attach a resume with your online application or use the resume tab in DEL to provide a detailed description of how your education, training and/or experience meets each job requirement including employer, experience/responsibilities and dates (month/year) of employment/training." appears twice (under Job Requirements and Additional Posting Information). We should remove duplicates and also remove application instructions (that line) as per instruction: remove application instructions. So we should not include that line at all.
Also remove boilerplate: EEO statement, accommodations, etc. Those are boilerplate/EEO. Remove them.
Also remove navigation, cookie, legal, scam-warning. Not present.
Thus we keep:
- Introduction/mission: "Make a Difference with DHSS Our mission at the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is to improve the quality of life of Delaware citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations. We prioritize personal and family independence by assisting individuals and families in a variety of life areas. We offer numerous career opportunities and are dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in their community today. DHSS is a great place to kick-start your profession. For more information, please visit https://dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/ today!"
But the instruction says remove cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate, duplicated lines, and application instructions. The mission statement is not boilerplate; it's substantive. Keep.
- Summary Statement: "The Delaware Department of Health and Social Services, Division of Developmental Disabilities Services, is seeking a Deputy Division Director. The Deputy Director serves as part of the Division leadership team and reports to the Division Director. Together, the Division leadership oversees the day-to-day operations and long-term policy and financial planning for the administration of its Home and Community-Based Services Waiver, the administration of the Pathways to Employment State Plan Amendment, and the State-operated intermediate care facility for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, the Stockley Center. The Division of Developmental Disabilities Services is responsible for assuring that Delawareans with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families have access to programs and services that will enable them to live their lives as independently and productively as possible. The Division serves more than 6,000 individuals across the state, with 400+ state employees/FTEs, and manages a network of over 50 contracted provider agencies with annual budget of nearly $400M."
We can combine intro and summary under About the role.
- Responsibilities: list of essential functions:
Provide leadership to ensure the Department and Division’s mission, values and outcomes are implemented throughout the state.
In collaboration with the Division Leadership Team and the Office of the Secretary, work closely with the Office of the Governor in the annual budget process and budget management.
Maintain an effective working relationship with advocates, stakeholders, community leaders, schools, and providers serving people with developmental disabilities.
Communicate effectively with service participants and family members regarding Division policies, practices and activities that promote service participant and family involvement in decisions affecting their individual services.
Work collaboratively and creatively with staff from other State agencies to maximize services for individuals with developmental disabilities.
Identify continuous improvement opportunities to improve the value of services available to individuals with developmental disabilities.
Understand impacts of federal actions on state operations and work closely with federal partners.
We should output as
- each.
- Requirements: experience and education:
"A minimum of five years’ experience in health or human services program administration with strong preference for managing developmental disabilities and/or community-based programs including oversight of facilities, budget, policy initiatives and personnel."
"Master’s degree preferred in a field related to the administration or provision of human services programs, including degrees in Social Work, Business Administration, Public or Education Administration, Special Education or clinical specialty area serving people with disabilities, however other educational levels combined with demonstrated years of experience will be considered."
We can put as
- .
- Qualifications: conditions of hire and work authorization:
"All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County."
"Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States."
"The State of Delaware participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S."
"DHSS does not provide employment-based sponsorship."
We can put as
- .
- Benefits: "To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/". As
.
We must not include application instructions lines.
Check for any other substantive content: The "Selection Process" and "Accommodations" and EEO statements are boilerplate/EEO; remove.
Also "Please keep your contact information current." etc are application instructions; remove.
Thus final HTML fragment:
About the role
... mission and summary ...
Responsibilities
- ...
...
Requirements
- ...
- ...
Qualifications
- ...
- ...
- ...
- ...
Benefits
To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/
We need to ensure we don't repeat job title as heading. We didn't.
Check for any duplicated content: we removed duplicate resume instruction.
Check for any placeholder like "commensurate with experience": not present.
Check for any "not specified", "N/A", "varies", "TBD": none.
Now produce only HTML fragment, no /, no markdown fences.
Let's craft the About the role paragraph: combine mission and summary.
Mission: "Make a Difference with DHSS Our mission at the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is to improve the quality of life of Delaware citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations. We prioritize personal and family independence by assisting individuals and families in a variety of life areas. We offer numerous career opportunities and are dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in their community today. DHSS is a great place to kick-start your profession. For more information, please visit https://dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/ today!"
Summary: "The Delaware Department of Health and Social Services, Division of Developmental Disabilities Services, is seeking a Deputy Division Director. The Deputy Director serves as part of
for prose. Do NOT repeat job title as heading. Do NOT put Job ID/requisition numbers as headings. Preserve all substantive info. Remove boilerplate, navigation, legal, EEO, equal-opportunity, scam-warning, duplicated lines, application instructions. Include a section ONLY when posting has real, specific content for it — never emit heading followed by filler/placeholder text (e.g., "commensurate with experience", "not specified", "N/A", "varies", "TBD") and never create Pay/Schedule/Benefits sections unless posting actually states them. Prefer a few substantive sections over many thin ones. We need to parse the posting. Content: - Introduction: mission statement etc. Could be "About the role" or "About DHSS". Probably "About the role" or "About the organization". The instruction says use
for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). So we can use those headings if content matches.
We have:
- Introduction: mission, making a difference, etc. Could be "About the role" or maybe "About DHSS". Since they said "About the role" as example, we can use that heading for overview.
- Summary Statement: description of Deputy Division Director role, responsibilities, oversight, etc. Could go under "Responsibilities".
- Essential Functions Responsibilities and Duties: list of duties (bulleted). That's definitely responsibilities.
- Job Requirements: list of requirements (experience, education). Could be "Requirements" or "Qualifications". They differentiate Requirements and Qualifications maybe. We can put under "Requirements" the experience and education.
- Additional Posting Information: duplicate of resume instruction (application instructions) - we should remove as boilerplate/application instructions.
- Conditions of Hire: orientation, work authorization, E-Verify, no sponsorship. This is not exactly benefits/pay/schedule but could be under "Requirements"? Might be considered "Conditions of Hire" but not in allowed headings. Could be omitted if not matching allowed headings? The instruction says we should only include sections when posting has real, specific content for it, and we should use those headings. Conditions of Hire is not in list; maybe we can incorporate into "Requirements" or drop if not fitting. However, we need to preserve ALL substantive information; we cannot drop info unless it's boilerplate/legal/EEO etc. Conditions of Hire is substantive (orientation, work auth, E-Verify). We need to include it somewhere. Perhaps we can put under a generic heading like "About the role" or create a new heading? But instruction says use for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule). It doesn't forbid other headings, but says use those for section headings (e.g...). It might be okay to use other headings if needed, but they said "Use for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule)." That suggests we should limit to those headings. However, we need to include conditions of hire; maybe we can incorporate into "Requirements" as part of eligibility (work authorization). Or we could create a "Qualifications" section for education/experience and put conditions under "Requirements". Or we could create a "Skills" section? Not appropriate.
Better: Use "Requirements" for experience/education, and "Qualifications" for things like work authorization, orientation? But qualifications usually similar to requirements. Could split: Requirements = experience/education; Qualifications = legal eligibility, etc. But we need to avoid filler.
We also have Benefits section: they mention "Benefits To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/". That's a statement about benefits but no specifics. According to instruction: never create Benefits section unless posting actually states them. It does state there is a comprehensive benefit package and gives a link. That's substantive enough? It says "To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website". That's stating there is a benefit package, but not detailing. Is that considered substantive? It's not filler like "commensurate with experience". It's a statement that there is a benefit package and a link. I'd say we can include a Benefits section with a
for section headings (e.g. About the role, Responsibilities, Requirements, Qualifications, Skills, Benefits, Pay, Schedule)." That suggests we should limit to those headings. However, we need to include conditions of hire; maybe we can incorporate into "Requirements" as part of eligibility (work authorization). Or we could create a "Qualifications" section for education/experience and put conditions under "Requirements". Or we could create a "Skills" section? Not appropriate. Better: Use "Requirements" for experience/education, and "Qualifications" for things like work authorization, orientation? But qualifications usually similar to requirements. Could split: Requirements = experience/education; Qualifications = legal eligibility, etc. But we need to avoid filler. We also have Benefits section: they mention "Benefits To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/". That's a statement about benefits but no specifics. According to instruction: never create Benefits section unless posting actually states them. It does state there is a comprehensive benefit package and gives a link. That's substantive enough? It says "To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website". That's stating there is a benefit package, but not detailing. Is that considered substantive? It's not filler like "commensurate with experience". It's a statement that there is a benefit package and a link. I'd say we can include a Benefits section with a
that says "Learn more about the comprehensive benefit package at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/". That seems okay. Pay and Schedule: not mentioned, so we should not create those sections. Skills: not explicitly listed; we could omit. Thus sections: About the role (intro + summary), Responsibilities (essential functions), Requirements (experience/education), Qualifications (maybe work authorization, orientation, etc.), Benefits (link). Possibly also "About the role" could encompass intro and summary statement. We need to avoid duplication: The posting has duplicate lines: "Please attach a resume with your online application or use the resume tab in DEL to provide a detailed description of how your education, training and/or experience meets each job requirement including employer, experience/responsibilities and dates (month/year) of employment/training." appears twice (under Job Requirements and Additional Posting Information). We should remove duplicates and also remove application instructions (that line) as per instruction: remove application instructions. So we should not include that line at all. Also remove boilerplate: EEO statement, accommodations, etc. Those are boilerplate/EEO. Remove them. Also remove navigation, cookie, legal, scam-warning. Not present. Thus we keep: - Introduction/mission: "Make a Difference with DHSS Our mission at the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is to improve the quality of life of Delaware citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations. We prioritize personal and family independence by assisting individuals and families in a variety of life areas. We offer numerous career opportunities and are dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in their community today. DHSS is a great place to kick-start your profession. For more information, please visit https://dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/ today!" But the instruction says remove cookie/navigation/legal/EEO/equal-opportunity/scam-warning boilerplate, duplicated lines, and application instructions. The mission statement is not boilerplate; it's substantive. Keep. - Summary Statement: "The Delaware Department of Health and Social Services, Division of Developmental Disabilities Services, is seeking a Deputy Division Director. The Deputy Director serves as part of the Division leadership team and reports to the Division Director. Together, the Division leadership oversees the day-to-day operations and long-term policy and financial planning for the administration of its Home and Community-Based Services Waiver, the administration of the Pathways to Employment State Plan Amendment, and the State-operated intermediate care facility for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, the Stockley Center. The Division of Developmental Disabilities Services is responsible for assuring that Delawareans with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families have access to programs and services that will enable them to live their lives as independently and productively as possible. The Division serves more than 6,000 individuals across the state, with 400+ state employees/FTEs, and manages a network of over 50 contracted provider agencies with annual budget of nearly $400M." We can combine intro and summary under About the role. - Responsibilities: list of essential functions: Provide leadership to ensure the Department and Division’s mission, values and outcomes are implemented throughout the state. In collaboration with the Division Leadership Team and the Office of the Secretary, work closely with the Office of the Governor in the annual budget process and budget management. Maintain an effective working relationship with advocates, stakeholders, community leaders, schools, and providers serving people with developmental disabilities. Communicate effectively with service participants and family members regarding Division policies, practices and activities that promote service participant and family involvement in decisions affecting their individual services. Work collaboratively and creatively with staff from other State agencies to maximize services for individuals with developmental disabilities. Identify continuous improvement opportunities to improve the value of services available to individuals with developmental disabilities. Understand impacts of federal actions on state operations and work closely with federal partners. We should output as
- each.
- Requirements: experience and education:
"A minimum of five years’ experience in health or human services program administration with strong preference for managing developmental disabilities and/or community-based programs including oversight of facilities, budget, policy initiatives and personnel."
"Master’s degree preferred in a field related to the administration or provision of human services programs, including degrees in Social Work, Business Administration, Public or Education Administration, Special Education or clinical specialty area serving people with disabilities, however other educational levels combined with demonstrated years of experience will be considered."
We can put as
- .
- Qualifications: conditions of hire and work authorization:
"All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County."
"Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States."
"The State of Delaware participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S."
"DHSS does not provide employment-based sponsorship."
We can put as
- .
- Benefits: "To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/". As
. We must not include application instructions lines. Check for any other substantive content: The "Selection Process" and "Accommodations" and EEO statements are boilerplate/EEO; remove. Also "Please keep your contact information current." etc are application instructions; remove. Thus final HTML fragment:
About the role
... mission and summary ...
Responsibilities
- ... ...
Requirements
- ...
- ...
Qualifications
- ...
- ...
- ...
- ...
Benefits
To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/
We need to ensure we don't repeat job title as heading. We didn't. Check for any duplicated content: we removed duplicate resume instruction. Check for any placeholder like "commensurate with experience": not present. Check for any "not specified", "N/A", "varies", "TBD": none. Now produce only HTML fragment, no /, no markdown fences. Let's craft the About the role paragraph: combine mission and summary. Mission: "Make a Difference with DHSS Our mission at the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) is to improve the quality of life of Delaware citizens by promoting health and well-being, fostering self-sufficiency, and protecting vulnerable populations. We prioritize personal and family independence by assisting individuals and families in a variety of life areas. We offer numerous career opportunities and are dedicated to attracting and retaining highly talented individuals who are ready to make a difference in their community today. DHSS is a great place to kick-start your profession. For more information, please visit https://dhss.delaware.gov/dhss/ today!" Summary: "The Delaware Department of Health and Social Services, Division of Developmental Disabilities Services, is seeking a Deputy Division Director. The Deputy Director serves as part of
- .
- Benefits: "To learn more about the comprehensive benefit package please visit our website at https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/". As
- .
- Qualifications: conditions of hire and work authorization:
"All new hires are required to report to the Statewide New Employee Orientation (SNEO) on their first day of employment. Sessions are held at designated locations in Kent or New Castle County."
"Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States."
"The State of Delaware participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S."
"DHSS does not provide employment-based sponsorship."
We can put as