CENTRAL/SOUTHERN SUBSIDY SUPPORT OPERATIONS ADMNISTRATOR

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: 49286
Closing Date: 09/05/2025
​Agency:  Department of Children and Family Services
Class Title:  SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTR - 40070 
Skill Option:  Health and Human Services 
Bilingual Option:  None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $9,700 to $11,700 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:  Full Time 
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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 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.

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, results oriented individual to serve as Central and Southern Region Subsidy Support Operations Administrator. Subject to management approval, this position will administer and oversee Subsidy Support Team Supervisors throughout the downstate regions of the state. The position will also manage and implement special projects, studies, and initiatives related to adoption services and community-based operations. This position provides a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about children and interested in providing leadership of the Department’s efforts to find permanent homes for children and youth in care. 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.

Essential Functions

• Serves as Central and Southern Region Subsidy Support Operations Administrator.
• Serves as full line supervisor.
• Manages, develops, and implements special projects, studies, and initiatives related to adoption services and community-based operations.
• Confers with the Associate Deputy Director and other management/administrative staff on the feasibility of recommended division policies.
• Serves as Department spokesperson regarding adoption services and proposed legislation impacting adoption programs.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires an MSW or a master’s degree in a related human services field.
• Requires four years of progressively responsible administrative child welfare experience with an MSW OR five years of progressively responsible child welfare administrative experience with a master’s degree in a related human services field.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 years of professional experience managing or conducting guardianship and adoption services.
• 3 years of experience supervising professional staff.
• 3 years of management experience providing oversight of a regional or statewide professional program.
• 2 years of professional experience conducting staff training.
• 3 years of professional experience serving in a spokesperson capacity for a program area within a public or business organization.
• 3 years of professional experience developing and implementing policies and procedures.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires ability to pass a background check.
• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties. Requires appropriate, valid driver's 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 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.

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30AM - 5:00PM
Work Location: 4 W Old State Capitol Plz, Springfield, Illinois, 62701-1222

Supervisor:  Denise Brown

Agency Contact:
Email: [email protected]

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.

Term Appointment:
Candidates hired into a term position shall be appointed for a term of 4 years and are subject to a probationary period. The term may be renewed for successive four-year terms at the Director of the Department of Children and Family Services’s discretion.

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:

• [email protected]
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