Division Chief (Senior Public Service Administrator, Opt. 6)
Division Chief (Senior Public Service Administrator, Opt. 6)
Employer Active
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
Share
Job Alert
You will be updated with latest job alerts via email
$ 9750 - 11000
1 Vacancy
Job Description
Job Requisition ID:47958
Agency:Department of Public Health
Office:Womens Health & Family Services
Division: Maternal Child & Family Health
Posting ID: / 47958
Posted: 7/25/2025-8/8/2025
Class Title:SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTR - 40070
Skill Option:Health and Human Services
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $9750/month; Full Range $9750-$11000/month
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:None
Merit Comp Code:Term Appointment/ Agency
****A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****
Please 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 Public Health 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.
Posting Identification Number:
/ 47958
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 youre helping to improve schools protect our natural resources or support families in need youre part of something biggersomething that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career youre looking for we offer jobs that fit your life and your scheduleflexible 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.
Position Overview
The Illinois Department of Public Health is seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as the Division Chief of Maternal Child and Family Health. The position oversees a division of over 15 staff members and a budget of over 30 million while also serving as the federal Title V Director a required position of the Title V Maternal and Child Health Block Grant.
Benefits Statement
As a State of Illinois Employee you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:
- Flexible and hybrid work schedules are available in many program areas (when available and dependent upon position)
- Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health life dental and vision plans.
- Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
- Deferred Compensation Program voluntary supplemental retirement plan
- Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
- 10-25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
- 12 paid sick days annually which carryover year to year
- 3 paid personal business days per calendar year (pro-rated dependent on start date)
- 13-14 paid holidays per year
- 12 weeks of paid parental leave
- Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources
These are just a few of the many perks available to all State employees. For more information about our benefits please follow this link: Functions
- Organizes plans implements and evaluates the activities for the Division of Maternal Child and Family Health Services (MCH).
- Manages MCH Title V Block Grant Programs.
- Develops and implements sensitive and confidential health policies for the total management of the MCH Services Division with emphasis on oversight of existing programs and development of new programs or program initiatives.
- Serves as full line supervisor.
- Confers with Agency management on the comprehensive integration and coordination of the Divisions program activities and functions as needed into other agency services which target
- the health of women in order to improve Agency programs. Writes publications and blogs in regard to Division programs.
- Integrates Division programs on an interagency basis with local state and federal agencies.
- Coordinates management studies of program evaluation using impact and outcome indicators established nationally and implemented in Illinois.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires knowledge skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college.
- Requires four (4) years progressively responsible administrative experience in a public health program.
Preferred Qualifications
- Two (2) or more years of experience in Illinois Maternal and Child public health work.
- Two (2) or more years experience in managing professional technical para-professional and administrative support staff.
- Two (2) or more years experience creating a strategic vision or designing a program using data.
- Masters degree or above in a related field.
- Two (2) or more years experience in public speaking and presentations (Professional conferences stakeholder meetings leadership meetings panel presentations webinars).
- Two (2) or more years experience writing professional correspondence and publications (articles journal articles blogs reports memos briefings).
- Two (2) or more years grant writing experience.
- Two (2) or more years experience engaging external and internal stakeholders.
- Two (2) or more years experience in grant administration (managing responsibilities of grant) as a grantor.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties.
- Requires ability to work overtime.
- Requires use of an agency-supplied mobile phone.
- Requires appropriate valid Drivers license.
- Requires ability to work various times outside of normal office hours to communicate with clients/partners in different time zones.
- Requires ability to work at various times outside of normal office hours to meet deadlines.
- Certain 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.
- This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.
*The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
About the Agency
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is tasked with the oversight of communities within Illinois to achieve and maintain optimal health and safety. With an annual budget of over $2 billion in state and federal funds 6 regional offices 3 laboratories and over 1200 employees IDPH is equipped to fulfill its mission of protecting the health and wellness of the people of Illinois through the prevention health promotion regulation and control of disease and injury.
Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm
Work Location: 115 S Lasalle St Chicago Illinois 60603
Agency Contact:
Posting Group: Leadership & Management
This position DOES NOT contain Specialized Skills (as that term is used in CBAs).
Revolving Door:
Certain 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 duringState employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment the employee shallprior to accepting any such non-State employment offer notify the Office of the ExecutiveInspector Generalfor the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Use the Apply button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.
If you are not already signed in you will be prompted to do so.
State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees a link is available at the top left of the homepage in the blue ribbon.
Non-State employees should log in on the using the View Profile link in the top right of the homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in you will be prompted to create an account.
If you have questions about how to apply please see the following resources:
State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid
Non-State employees: on click Application Procedures in the footer of every page of the website.
The 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:
Required Experience:
Chief
Employment Type
Full-Time
