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RESIDENT SAFETY OFFICER

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Date:  Jun 11, 2026
Location: 

Dixon, IL, US, 61021

Job Requisition ID:  55515

Job Requisition ID: 55515 

Opening Date: 06/16/2026
Closing Date: 06/30/2026
​Agency: Department of Human Services
Class Title: ADMIN ASSISTANT I - 00501 
Skill Option: None 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Salary: (Eff 7/1/26) $5,834-$8,307/month ($70,008-$99,684/year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Lee
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC028 Paraprofessional Human Services Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code: 

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This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position. The posting window for internal applicants in accordance with applicable collective bargaining agreements has already passed. The system will only allow external applications for other means consideration at this time. Internal applicants who have already applied are not required to reapply externally for consideration at other means.

 

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All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

 

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

 

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 an Administrative Assistant I for the Mabley Developmental Center located in Dixon, Illinois to serve as the facility-wide Resident Safety Officer. This position coordinates and facilitates the center Environment of Care Management Program by monitoring the physical environment for safety issues; assists in the planning, developing, and installing of agency programs and procedures:  direct and/or participates in studies to evaluate existing and proposed programs and recommends improved safety measures to Clinical Executive Staff.  

Essential Functions

  • Serves as the facility-wide Resident Safety Officer at the Mabley Developmental Center.
  • Coordinates the development, implementation, evaluation and revision of each management plan and the Emergency Operations Plan.
  • Chairs the EoC Safety Committee and serves on related committees.
  • Directs and/or participates in studies to evaluate existing and proposed programs.
  • Participates in Critical Incident Reviews (CIRs) and Root Cause Analyses (RCAs) as part of the Patient Safety Program, National Patient Safety Group (NPSG), and Culture of Safety.
  • Conducts and monitors in-service training of staff to verify services are delivered in a manner consistent with applicable standards and policies.
  • Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties listed above.

Minimum Qualifcations

  • Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college, preferably with courses in public or business administration.
  • Requires one (1) year of professional experience in a public or private organization OR completion of an agency approved professional management training program.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Three (3) years of experience working with standards and compliance regulatory bodies such as Centers for Medicaid & Medicare (CMS), Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), Joint Commission and/or Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
  • Three (3) years of experience implementing a safety program for a public or private organization.
  • Two (2) years of experience identifying potential risks in the environment, including physical threats for a public or private organization.
  • Two (2) years of experience creating, aggregating and presenting reports in Excel, PowerPoint or Publisher.
  • Two (2) years of experience facilitating committee meetings including creating agendas and preparing minutes.
  • Two (2) years of experience assessing effectiveness of and improvements for environment of care.
  • Five (5) years of experience communicating effectively both orally and in writing.

Conditions of Employment

  • Requires the ability to respond to emergencies after business hours, weekends and holidays.
  • Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.
  • Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties.
  • Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
  • Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.
  • The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Work Hours: See below:

Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm, working 1 late day per week (choice of day, 12:30pm - 9:00pm) and working 1 weekend day per month (choice of 1st, 3rd, or 4th Saturday/Sunday), 8:30am - 4:00pm, 1-hour unpaid lunch, Unit CI/QA

Headquarter Location: 1120 Washington Ave, Dixon, Illinois, 61021

Division of Developmental Disabilities

Mabley Developmental Center

Safety

Work County: Lee

Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@illinois.gov

Posting Group: Office & Administrative Support; 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)
    • Benefit time modified for part-time, 12-hour, & non-standard 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://cms.illinois.gov/benefits/stateemployee.html

 

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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