Chief, Office of Child & Family Policy

at Illinois Department of Children & Family Services in Springfield, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Springfield, IL, US, 62701-1222

Agency:  Department of Children and Family Services 

Working Title: Senior Public Service Administrator Opt 1
Closing Date/Time:  06/05/2024 
Salary:  Anticipated Starting Salary $9,625 to $12,000 Monthly 

Supervisor: Jassen Strokosch
Job Type:  Salaried 
County:  Sangamon 
Number of Vacancies:  1 
Plan/BU:  None 

PUC #: 90693550

REQ #: 36959

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The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented
individual to serve as Chief of the Office of Child and Family Policy. Subject to management approval, this position will
direct and control the operation of the policy analysis program, providing expert clinical review and consultation regarding
proposed policies and procedures. The position will manage the scope and format of the policy analysis program and
provide oversight of professional and administrative staff. This position provides a great opportunity for someone who is
detail oriented and interested in providing leadership in the review of policies impacting the Department’s operations and
services. 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.

1. Serves as Chief of the Office of Child and Family Policy
2. Directs, coordinates, and develops a policy and procedure review clearinghouse
3. Serves as full line supervisor of subordinate supervisory staff
4. Directs the review and analysis of all Departmental policies and procedures to ensure compliance with state
   statutes and federal regulations
5. Represents the Department before other state agencies and governmental entities, private and public
   organizations, and other community and professional groups
6. Manages and coordinates the ongoing review of agency procedure manuals and bulletins
7. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated
   above.