SOCIAL SERVICE PROGRAM PLANNER III
Springfield, IL, US, 62762
Job Requisition ID: 46328
Opening Date: 05/01/2025
Closing Date: 05/14/2025
Agency: Department of Human Services
Class Title: SOCIAL SERV PROGRAM PLANNER III - 41313
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Salary (Effective 7/1/25) $6,589-$9,541/month ($79,068-$114,492/year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062
Merit Comp Code:
This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.
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 Early Childhood (DEC) is seeking to hire a dynamic, organized, and detailed-oriented employee. This position independently performs complex technical tasks and reviews of Contract Quality Assurance and Technical Assistance design planning, analysis, coordination, and implementation; responds to inquiries from DEC staff, grantees, vendors, and/or other entities regarding IDHS contracts, grant agreements, and/or procurement policies, procedures, and interpretive guidelines; utilizes, reviews, populates, and maintains the DEC CAAF and Grant Agreement Tracker, Procurement Tracker, and CQI Tracker for assigned areas in a common, secured location (e.g., SharePoint/Teams); participates in activities that advance the DEC’s Strategic Plan and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Racial Justice Plan, using an equity lens in the implementation and support of DEC program and operational objectives and outcomes; and represents direct line supervisor and/or Bureau Chief by participating in internal and/or external grant and/or contract related conferences, retreats, workgroups, and/or meetings. DEC is one of six divisions within the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS). DEC serves to strengthen and centralize Child Care, Early Intervention, Home Visiting, and Migrant and Seasonal Head Start within IDHS. The DEC vision is for Illinois’ pregnant persons, young children, and families to have the supports they need to achieve their full potential. The DEC mission is to enhance equitable access to Child Care, Home Visiting, and Early Intervention programs and services that support whole child development. DEC is committed to the following guiding values: Whole Child Focus, Quality Service Delivery, Equity, Relentless Pursuit of Mission, Respect and Dignity, and Stability and Sustainability.
Essential Functions
- Independently performs complex technical tasks and reviews of Contract Quality Assurance and Technical Assistance design planning, analysis, coordination, and implementation.
- Responds to inquiries from DEC staff, grantees, vendors, and/or other entities regarding IDHS contracts, grant agreements, and/or procurement policies, procedures, and interpretive guidelines.
- Utilizes, reviews, populates, and maintains the DEC CAAF and Grant Agreement Tracker, Procurement Tracker, and CQI Tracker for assigned areas in a common, secured location (e.g., SharePoint/Teams).
- Participates in activities that advance the DEC’s Strategic Plan and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Racial Justice Plan, using an equity lens in the implementation and support of DEC program and operational objectives and outcomes.
- Represents direct line supervisor and/or Bureau Chief by participating in internal and/or external grant and/or contract related conferences, retreats, workgroups, and/or meetings.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to the completion of master's degree.
- Requires one (1) year of progressively responsible professional experience in community organization, social service work or in program planning and development.
Specialized Skills
- Of the one (1) year of required professional experience, requires one (1) year of experience reviewing, developing, processing, managing, and/or working with state and/or federal grant agreements and contracts at a private or public organization, including managing and/or conducting Continuous Quality Improvement reviews (of such activities) to ensure compliance with related state and federal mandates.
Preferred Qualifications
- One (1) year of required professional experience, requires one (1) year of experience reviewing, developing, processing, managing, and/or working with state and/or federal grant agreements and contracts at a private or public organization, including managing and/or conducting Continuous Quality Improvement reviews (of such activities) to ensure compliance with related state and federal mandates.
- Two (2) years professional experience utilizing the Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) and grantmaking processes for a public or private organization.
- Two (2) years of professional experience analyzing and evaluating programs and operations for a public or private organization.
- Two (2) years of professional experience exercising a high degree of initiative and independent judgment in developing and formulating policies, standards, and procedures for a public or private organization.
- Two (2) years of professional experience preparing detailed reports, spreadsheets, and documents in an accessible format for various audiences using software such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
- One (1) year of professional experience managing and tracking a high volume of work activities and products in an effective and efficient manner, while generating corresponding and comprehensive statistical and/or written status reports.
- One (1) year of professional experience establishing effective working relationships with other staff, various groups, and the public.
Conditions of Employment
- 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.
*All conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours: 8:30am-5pm Monday - Friday
Work Location: 100 South Grand Ave E, Springfield, Illinois, 62762
Division of Early Childhood
Bureau of Contracts and Payments
Contracts Unit/Quality Assurance and Technical Assistance
Springfield/Sangamon County
Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@illinois.gov
Posting Group: 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)
- Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time 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://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx
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.
This position DOES contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).
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.
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:
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Nearest Major Market: Springfield