Travis Williams, a seasoned human services professional, is stepping into the role of Assistant Director of Aging and Adult Services Division at Durham County Department of Social Services (DCoDSS). With a two-decade career in the social service sector, Williams brings extensive experience from various leadership positions, which includes running major welfare programs in Tennessee and tackling compliance in Washington, D.C. His appointment has been announced by DCoDSS.
Prior to this new appointment, Williams made his mark in Memphis, TN, overseeing key public assistance programs such as Families First/TANF, Food Stamps/SNAP, and TennCare/Medicaid. His leadership as a Field Supervisor and Program Director guided a team of over 200 employees tasked with supporting the well-being of Shelby County residents. His success there prompted a move to the nation’s capital, where he served at the D.C. Human Services Agency, delving into professional review and investigations.
His journey then took him to the City of Richmond, VA, where as a Program and Operations Manager, Williams directed the Economic Support and Independence Division. This role expanded his purview, involving him in hiring for all Benefits programs. In 2023, Williams accepted the role of Section Chief for Economic and Family Services at the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services. Here, he found his niche ensuring services were rendered to needy families, including support for refugee families.
Yet, it was the specific needs of an aging population that called to Williams, leading him to pursue the opportunity with Durham County in North Carolina. In his statement to DCoDSS, he shared his eagerness for this new venture, "When he saw that such an opportunity existed with Durham County Department of Social Services, he knew that this was a sign to pursue the position."
