Job Requisition ID: 43059nClosing Date/Time: 01/07/2025n?Agency: Department of Children and Family ServicesnClass Title: Senior Public Service Administrator - 40070nSkill Option: Health and Human ServicesnBilingual Option: NonenSalary: Anticipated Starting Salary $9,500 to $11,500 monthlynJob Type: SalariednCategory: Full TimenCounty: CooknNumber of Vacancies: 1nPlan/BU: Nonenn****A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****nnPlease attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV), a copy of your transcripts or diploma for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licensures to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. Please note that the Department of Children and Family Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.nnPosting Identification Numbernn43059nnWhy work for Illinois?nnWorking with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re a part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.nnNo matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.nnEssential FunctionsnnServes as Assistant Guardian.nServes as second in command regarding guardianship services.nServes as full line supervisor.nServes as liaison with the Department’s Psychiatric Hospitalization Unit.nWith authority to commit the Department to a specific course of action, represents the Department before other state agencies and governmental entities, private and public organizations, and other community and professional groups.nServes as program monitor for Statewide Consent Unit contracts, including those for the review of psychotropic medications and for the review of recommended major medical treatment for youth by pediatric consultants.nPerforms other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.nnMinimum QualificationsnnRequires a master’s degree in social work or a related human services field.nRequires four (4) years of administrative child welfare/child protection experience with an MSW OR five (5) years of administrative child welfare/child protection experience with a master’s degree in a related human services field.nnPreferred QualificationsnnPrefers four (4) years of professional experience making decisions in a high-pressure environment in a public or business organization.nPrefers four (4) years of professional management experience in a public or business organization.nPrefers four (4) years of experience supervising professional staff in a public or business organization.nPrefers four (4) years of professional experience evaluating program and personnel performance in a public or business organization.nPrefers four (4) years of professional experience conducting quality review in a public or business organization.nnConditions of EmploymentnnRequires ability to pass a background check.nRequires ability to travel in the performance of duties. Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license.nThe conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.nnAbout the AgencynnDCFS is deeply committed to the welfare and protection of children. Our goal is to protect children by strengthening and supporting families. In every effort, from receiving hotline calls to reaching family reunification or foster care and adoption, children and families are our focus.nn?nnWork Hours: Monday- Friday 8:30am- 5:00pmnWork Location: 60 E Van Buren, Chicago, Illinois, 60605nnSupervisor: David FoxnAgency Contact: Nina HolladanEmail: Group: Social Services; Leadership & ManagementnnRevolving Door:nCertain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (“OEIG”) or may be subject to a fine.nnTerm Appointment:nCandidates hired into a term position shall be appointed for a term of 4 years and are subject to a probationary period. The term may be renewed for successive four-year terms at the Director of the Department of Children and Family Services’s discretion.nnThe main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses: @SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com