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DCFS 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.
Job Requisition ID: 46451
Closing Date: 06/06/2025
Position Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR OPT. 6
?Agency: Department of Children and Family Services
Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015
Skill Option: Health and Human Services
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary (effective 7/1/25): $8281/Month- Full Salary Range $8,281-$12,223/month
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC063
Merit Comp Code:
This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.
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Why Work for Illinois?
Working 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 part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No 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.
Job Responsibilities
- Serves as Interstate Compact Coordinator
- Plans, develops, and executes placement agreements and contracts
- Reviews and evaluates home assessments to ensure that all relevant issues are addressed
- Reviews new referrals, progress reports, and associated materials, identifying and addressing problematic issues
- Serves as working supervisor
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires an MSW or master’s degree in a related human services field from a recognized college or university.
- Requires three years of progressively responsible administrative child welfare experience with an MSW or four years of progressively responsible administrative child welfare experience with a master’s degree in a related human services field.
Preferred Qualifications
- 3 years of professional experience managing a social work program.
- 3 years of professional experience developing and implementing social work policies and procedures in a public or private organization.
- 3 years of professional experience working in a permanency field.
- 3 years of professional experience reviewing and evaluating program services.
- 3 years of professional experience serving in a liaison capacity for a public or private organization.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires ability to pass a background check.
Work Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm
Work Location: 607 E Adams St Springfield, IL 62701-1634
Agency Contact: Tiffany Kemp
Email: Tiffany.Kemp@illinois.gov (Questions Only)
Posting Group: Leadership & Management; Social Services
This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).
