Administrative, planning, and managerial work at a professional level involving program administration and policy development of independent living services for the Department of Aging and Disabilities. There is extensive interaction with agency, state, and federal officials, and service providers.
Supervision is exercised over a staff of professional employees.
Work is performed under the general direction of the Commissioner. Directs the planning, implementation, and administration of programs in a community-based service system for older persons and persons with disabilities. Supervises central office and regional operations. Develops programs, procedures, and evaluation standards. Oversees system development, program evaluation, and issues advocacy.