Day Care Licensing Supervisor

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

Job Description

Mt Vernon, IL, US, 62864

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.

Agency: Department of Children and Family Services

Position Title:  Public Service Administrator Option 6

Closing Date/Time: 07/30/2024
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $7,966- $9,167/Month; Full Salary Range $7,966 - $14,244/Month
Job Type: Salaried 
County: Jefferson
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.

The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as Day Care Licensing Team Supervisor.  Under administrative direction, this position provides oversight to a team of professional staff engaged in conducting day care licensing activities.  The position provides technical advice and direction on caseloads and implements a team-based program of staff development and training, while establishing and maintaining effective linkages to ensure maximum communication and cooperation. 

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 day care 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.

1. Serves as Day Care Licensing Supervisor

1. Serves as full line supervisor

1. Establishes and implements a team-based program of staff development and training for subordinate staff

1. Explains and enforces agency policies, procedures, state and area statutes, and requirements

1. Establishes and maintains effective linkages with the appropriate Child and Adolescent Local Area Network(s) (LAN’s), private agencies, foster parents, and volunteers to ensure maximum communication and cooperation

1.  Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above