DIETARY SERVICES ADMINISTRATOR

Job Requisition ID :  43154

Opening Date :   02 / 21 / 2025

Closing Date / Time : 03 / 06 / 2025

Agency :   Department of Human Services

Class Title :  PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015

Skill Option :   General Administration / Business Marketing / Labor / Personnel

Bilingual Option :   None

Salary : Anticipated Salary : $8,164 - $9,604 per month ($97,968 - $115,248 per year)

Job Type : Salaried

Category :  Full Time

County : Cook

Number of Vacancies : 1

Plan / BU :  None

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When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and / or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.

Posting Identification Number   43154

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 Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire a Dietary Services Administrator with a Food Service Sanitation Manager Certificate (FSSMC) Issued by the Illinois Department of Public Health or a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certification from a program accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Conference for Food Protection (CFP), to direct and manage all operations related to Dietary Services in accordance with department policies, Mental Health Code and various accreditation and certification bodies for the Ludeman Developmental Center located in Park Forest, Illinois.

Essential Functions

Serves as Dietary Services Administrator for the Ludeman Developmental Center.

Serves as full-line supervisor.

Monitors and directs the development and implementation of a comprehensive in-service training program for staff in the food service program.

Monitors the preparation and submission of dietary reports on a timely basis.

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 the completion of four (4) years of college.

Requires three (3) years progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization.

Preferred Qualifications

Three (3) years of professional experience directing and managing all operations related to Dietary Services for a private or public organization.

Two (2) years of professional supervisory experience assigning work, providing guidance to subordinates, recommending counseling and / or discipline following collective bargaining agreements, training staff, preparing, and signing performance evaluations and approving time off.

Two (2) years of professional experience meeting deadlines with strong attention to detail and the ability to utilize critical thinking skills while multi-tasking multiple projects.

Two (2) years of professional experience developing and interpreting policies and procedures for a public or private organization.

Two (2) years of monitoring and directing the development and implementation of a comprehensive in-service training program for staff in a food service program for a private or public organization.

Two (2) years of professional experience preparing implementation of plans of correction in response to dietary audit and survey findings for a public or private organization.

Two (2) years of professional experience communicating with both internal and external stakeholders in oral or written form daily ensuring detailed and critical analysis of work performed.

One (1) years of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and Access.

Conditions of Employment

Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.

Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.

Requires a Food Service Sanitation Manager Certificate (FSSMC) Issued by the Illinois Department of Public Health or a Certified Food Protection Manager (CFPM) certification from a program accredited by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) Conference for Food Protection (CFP).

Requires ability to work after business hours, weekends, and holidays on a rotation basis as Administrator on Duty (AOD).

Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.

Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties.

Work Hours : See below

5 : 45am - 2 : 15pm two days per week; 8 : 30am-5 : 00pm three days per week; Monday-Friday

Food Services

Work Location : Park Forest - 114 N Orchard Dr

Division of Developmental Disabilities

Ludeman Developmental Center

Dietary

Agency Contact : DHS.HiringUnit@Illinois.gov

Posting Group : Leadership & Management; Health Services; Social Services

About the Agency :

The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.

As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following :

A Pension Program

Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance

3 Paid Personal Business Days annually

12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)

10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)

Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable)

13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years

Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)

12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave

Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan

Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)

Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility

GI Bill® Training / Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans

5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions

Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)

For more information about our benefits please follow this link : https : / / www2.illinois.gov / cms / benefits / Pages / default.aspx

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  Illinois.jobs2web.com  homepage in the blue ribbon.

Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the  Illinois.jobs2web.com  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  Illinois.jobs2web.com  – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

State employees should include temporary assignment in the application profile. Temporary assignment verification forms can be uploaded to the Additional Documents section.

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Salary : $97,968 - $115,248