What are the responsibilities and job description for the AGENCIES & INSTITUTIONS LICENSING SUPERVISOR position at illinois?
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: 42796
Closing Date/Time: 03/03/2025
Agency: Department of Children and Family Services
Title: Public Service Adminstrator (Option 6)
Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015
Skill Option: Health and Human Services
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $8,000-$10,000 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: None
****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 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.
IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED THAT YOU UPLOAD COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS AND RESUME.
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.
Position Overview
The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as Agencies and Institutions Licensing Supervisor. Under administrative direction, this position plans, supervises, reviews, and coordinates the activities of a team of professional staff engaged in providing licensing services, including licensing studies, investigations, and reviews of child welfare agencies and institutions.
The position provides oversight of professional staff and makes recommendations to upper management regarding licensing and renewal studies for new and existing agencies. This position provides a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about children and interested in being a leader in the administration of agency monitoring services to ensure agencies and facilities adhere to all appropriate licensing requirements to keep children safe. DCFS offers a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits, and a pension program. The ideal candidate for this position will have excellent organizational skills and strong leadership skills. We invite you to join our innovative team to help make a positive difference in the lives of the children and families of Illinois.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires a master’s degree in social work or a related human services field from a recognized college or university.
- Requires three years of administrative child welfare or investigations experience with an MSW or four years of child welfare or investigations administrative experience with a master’s degree in a related human services field.
Essential Functions
- Serves as Agencies and Institutions Licensing Supervisor
- Serves as full line supervisor
- Establishes and implements a team-based program of staff development and training for subordinate staff
- Explains and enforces agency policies, procedures, state and area statutes, and requirements
- Makes recommendations to manager regarding licensing and renewal studies for new and existing agencies in accordance with DCFS policies and procedures
- Monitors staff efforts in resolving licensing and program issues.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Preferred Qualifications
- 3 years of professional experience conducting child welfare licensing services, child welfare casework, or child protection investigations.
- 3 years of experience supervising professional staff in a public or private organization.
- 3 years of management experience in a professional business or public agency.
- 3 years of professional experience evaluating program and personnel performance in a public or private organization.
- 3 years of professional experience conducting program monitoring in a public or private organization.
- 3 years of professional experience conducting staff training in a public or private organization.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires a valid driver’s license and ability to travel
- Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history
- The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties listed in the job description
Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
Work Location: Chicago - 1911 S Indiana Ave
Supervisor: Carlos Tucker
Agency Contact:
Name: Destiny Wright
Email: destiny.wright@illinois.gov (For questions only)
Posting Group: Social Services
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 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 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:
- donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
- systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
Salary : $8,000 - $10,000
