Regional Supervisor (Public Service Administrator, Opt. 8H)

Westchester, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 7345 - 10734

Posted on: 2 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Environmental Health

Job Summary

Job Requisition ID:52295
Agency: Department of Public Health
Class Title:PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015

Office: Health Protection

Division: Environmental Health

Posting ID:/ 52295

Posted: 12/19/2025 - 1/6/2026
Skill Option:Special License - Environmental Health Practitioner
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $7345/month; Full Range $7345-$10734 /month
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:RC063 Professional Employees EducatorsJuvenile Justice School Counselors and Special Education Resources Coordinatorsand Physicians AFSCME
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 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.

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 Regional Supervisor responsible for managing all division programs including dairy food tanning and local health department support for the Cook County Region. Oversees the food sanitation and dairy regulatory programs for the Region designed to assure a human food supply which is safe wholesome unadulterated and properly labeled.

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

As the Cook County Regional Supervisor directs plans evaluates and implements all Division programs (dairy food tanning and local health department support).
Serves as working supervisor.
Directs a program of training for local health department food inspectors.
Plans directs and implements a program designed to provide technical assistance to establishment operators.
Directs and participates in food-borne illness epidemiological investigations.
As the Division regional supervisor maintains liaison with the Regional Health Officer regional staff and Central Office staff.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

Requires knowledge skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college with a minimum of 30 semester hours in the physical and/or biological sciences.
Requires three (3) years of administrative experience in the food or dairy industry and /or food or dairy regulatory field.
Requires professional certification as a Licensed Environmental Health Practitioner (LEHP).

Preferred Qualifications

One (1) year experience overseeing directing and implementing the statewide retail food sanitation program.
One (1) year experience directing a training program for food inspectors.
One (1) year experience performing food establishment inspection standardization activities.
One (1) year experience providing technical assistance to food establishment operators.
One (1) year experience directing and participating in food-borne illness epidemiological investigations.
One (1) year experience supervising employees including experience in hiring performance improvement and performance evaluations.

Conditions of Employment

Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties.
Requires appropriate valid Drivers license.
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 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
Headquarter Location: 3 Westbrook Corporate Center Westchester IL 60154
Work County: Cook
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:

Manager

Job Requisition ID:52295Agency: Department of Public HealthClass Title:PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015Office: Health ProtectionDivision: Environmental HealthPosting ID:/ 52295Posted: 12/19/2025 - 1/6/2026Skill Option:Special License - Environmental Health PractitionerSalary: Anticipated Startin...