Deputy Chief of Staff

The Office of Statewide Pretrial Services’ (OSPS or Office) mission is to assist in the administration of justice and promote community safety by ensuring fairness and equality in the pretrial process. The OSPS is a statewide office that provides pretrial services under the Pretrial Services Act, 725 ILCS 185. The Office develops pretrial standards and employs pretrial service officers who conduct pretrial investigations and provide pretrial supervision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: The Deputy Chief of Staff is a senior-level position responsible for ensuring the efficient and effective operations of the Office of Statewide Pretrial Services (OSPS). Reporting to the Chief of Staff, the Deputy Chief of Staff directs the senior management team and works closely with the Deputy Directors to carry out office priorities, manage key projects, and support daily operations. The position operates with considerable independence and exercises sound professional judgment to support the overall mission of OSPS.

The required working hours for this position are Monday – Friday, 8:30 am – 5:00 pm

BENEFITS:
An attractive judicial branch benefits package is offered, including pension, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, as well as deferred compensation and generous leave time.
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FUNCTIONS INCLUDE:
• Collaborates with OSPS Deputy Directors to advance office priorities and oversee pretrial policy implementation.
• Manages special projects within the Director’s Office.
• Provides trusted advisement and support to the Office’s leadership.
• Promotes and maintains effective work environments.
• Participates in strategic planning and problem-solving by thoroughly evaluating operational needs.
• Supports office functions by staying abreast of new developments in pretrial service operations through relevant research.
• Conducts internal investigations regarding operations of the Office, including personnel-related matters.
• Assists in the preparation of the Office’s budget and tracks overall headcount.
• Prepares briefings, reports, and correspondence—frequently of a highly confidential nature—on behalf of the Director.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Five years of progressively responsible experience in state or local government or business administration.

• Ability to be LEADS certified.
• Must possess a valid Illinois Driver’s License and demonstrate proof of automobile insurance to operate a personal vehicle on state business, as well as maintain a safe driving record.
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office products (i.e., Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook).

Preferred Qualifications:

• A Juris Doctorate Degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association or a Master’s Degree in Public or Business Administration.
• Licensed to practice law in Illinois.
• Three years of supervisory experience.

OTHER KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
• Effective oral and written communication, presentation, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to plan, organize, implement, and maintain a variety of functions and projects simultaneously and meet required deadlines and schedules.
• Ability to positively and professionally interact with co-workers.
• Demonstrated leadership skills including planning and priority setting, sound decision-making, problem-solving, and analytic and interpretive skills.
• Extensive knowledge of organizational structures, human resources, and state government.
• Knowledge of and ability to use supervisory principles and practices including work prioritization and scheduling, employee motivation and performance evaluations.
• Knowledge of budgeting and accounting principles.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Ability to sit for extended time periods.
• Professional office working environment requiring telephone usage and ability to process written documents.
• Ability to travel, including overnight stays, as required.

HOW TO APPLY:
Interested individuals should submit a resume and cover letter through the form below.


An OSPS Job Application is not required to apply, but it will be required before final hiring decisions are made. The application can be downloaded from the Join our Team website:

Any questions about this position or the application process can also be submitted via email at the following address: [email protected] .

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