Director - SSG Fox

Job DetailsJob Location: MWC - Milwaukee, WI 53208Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: 4 Year DegreeSalary Range: $60,000.00 - $70,000.00 Salary/yearTravel Percentage: Up to 50% Job Shift: DayJob Category: Nonprofit - Social ServicesLead with purpose. Deliver with urgency. Change lives.

This is not a role for someone looking to maintain the status quo.

This is a leadership position with real weight—where accountability is non-negotiable, outcomes matter, and the work directly impacts the lives of veterans at risk. As Director of the Staff Sergeant Fox Suicide Prevention Grant Program, you will own the success of a critical, federally funded initiative designed to prevent suicide and strengthen support systems for those who have served.

You will be responsible for ensuring that no veteran falls through the cracks due to delays, lack of coordination, or poor execution. This role demands clarity, discipline, and a relentless focus on performance, while never losing sight of compassion and dignity in service delivery.


Why This Role Matters

Veterans in crisis cannot wait.
This program exists to ensure timely, coordinated, and effective suicide prevention services—and this position ensures that promise is kept.

You will lead a program that must operate with precision, integrity, and measurable impact. Success is defined not by intention, but by outcomes.


What You Will Do

Own Program Success


Lead all aspects of program planning, execution, and continuous improvement
Ensure alignment with federal grant requirements, organizational priorities, and participant needs
Drive measurable outcomes in access, quality, and service coordination
Set the tone for urgency, professionalism, and compassion


Ensure Full Grant Compliance


Maintain 100% compliance across program, fiscal, data, and reporting requirements
Oversee accurate, timely reporting and documentation
Ensure audit readiness and immediate response to monitoring or corrective actions


Oversee Suicide Prevention Services


Ensure veterans are connected to appropriate prevention, intervention, and follow-up care
Build systems that support rapid outreach, engagement, and coordination
Monitor service quality, consistency, and participant safety at all times


Lead and Hold Staff Accountable


Set clear expectations and measurable performance standards
Use data, scorecards, and regular check-ins to drive accountability
Coach, develop, and address performance issues without delay


Strengthen Community Partnerships


Build and maintain strong relationships with VA partners, providers, and community organizations
Improve referral pathways and coordination across systems
Represent the program with credibility and purpose


Manage Resources Responsibly


Oversee budget performance and resource allocation
Ensure responsible stewardship of federal funds
Support sustainability and operational efficiency


Drive Continuous Improvement


Use data and feedback to identify gaps and implement solutions
Strengthen policies, procedures, and service standards
Ensure the program evolves to meet real-world needs



How Success Is Measured

This role is performance-driven. Key expectations include:


100% on-time, accurate grant reporting
100% compliance with monitoring and corrective actions
Timely participant engagement and follow-up (tracked at every stage)
100% case note and safety plan documentation compliance
90% achievement of program outcome targets
Strong referral-to-service connection rates
Staff performance accountability and retention benchmarks
Consistent community engagement and referral effectiveness
Budget performance within approved parameters


The Bottom Line

This is mission-driven work with real consequences.
The expectations are high because the stakes are high.

If you are ready to lead with accountability, operate with integrity, and ensure veterans receive the support they deserve, this role offers the opportunity to make a measurable, lasting impact.
QualificationsWhat You Bring


Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s preferred (public administration, social work, behavioral health, or related field)
5+ years in behavioral health, suicide prevention, veteran services, or related field
3+ years in leadership or program oversight
Proven experience managing grant compliance, reporting, and performance metrics
Strong understanding of care coordination, crisis systems, and community partnerships
Ability to lead with both accountability and empathy
Valid driver’s license and ability to travel as needed



Who This Role Is For

This role is for a leader who:


Takes ownership and follows through
Is comfortable being measured by results
Can balance urgency with thoughtful decision-making
Holds themselves and others to high standards
Understands the gravity of suicide prevention work