Training & Technical Direction Section Chief (Senior Public Service Administrator, Opt. 6)

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Date:  Jan 9, 2025
Location: 

Springfield, IL, US, 62702-5056

Job Requisition ID:  43768

Agency: Department of Public Health
Office: Health Care Regulation 

Division: Training and Technical Direction (OHCR) 

Posting ID: 40-25-0167 / 43768

Posted: 1/9/2025-1/24/2025

Class Title: SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTR - 40070 
Skill Option: Health and Human Services 
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $9,166/month; Full Range $9,166/month - $10,417/month
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon
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 Public Health 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.

 

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

 

Posting Identification Number:

40-25-0167/ 43768

 

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Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Public Health is seeking a highly motivated individual to serve as the Training and Technical

Direction Section Chief. Plans, implements and monitors activities of the Training and Technical Direction Section.

Develops survey protocols. Serves as full line supervisor.

Benefits Statement

As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

  • Flexible and hybrid work schedules are available in many program areas (when available and dependent upon position)
  • Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
  • Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
  • Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
  • Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
  • 10-25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
  • 12 paid sick days annually which carryover year to year
  • 3 paid personal business days per calendar year (pro-rated dependent on start date)
  • 13-14 paid holidays per year
  • 12 weeks of paid parental leave
  • Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources

 

These are just a few of the many perks available to all State employees. For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

Essential Functions

  • Serves as the Section Chief of Training and Technical Direction.
  • Serves as full time supervisor.
  • Monitors changes in State licensure and Federal certification program requirements.
  • Develops survey protocols.
  • Liaison with other agencies and provider groups relating to survey protocols, state licensure and Federal certification program requirements.
  • Performs other duties as requested 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 four (4) years of college. 
  • Requires prior experience equivalent to four (4) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in public health.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Master's degree in a health related field such as MHA, MPH, MBA, MSN, or other similar degree.
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in nursing.
  • Certified professional survey discipline or certified health facilities surveyor.
  • Five (5) or more years of experience preparing and delivering training curriculum, education, and presentations on the regulation and surveying of health care and long-term care facilities. 
  • Thorough knowledge of state and federal regulations related to health care and long-term care facilities

  • Ability to manage and evaluate an agency program, analyze administrative problems and adopt an effective corrective action plan.

  • Five (5) or more years of supervisory experience.

  • Five (5) or more years of experience in health care regulation.

  • Five (5) years of experience drafting, reviewing, and implementing policies and procedures.

Conditions of Employment

  • Requires the ability to travel.
  • Requires possession of a valid driver's license. 

*The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is tasked with the oversight of communities within Illinois to achieve and maintain optimal health and safety. With an annual budget of over $2 billion in state and federal funds, 6 regional offices, 3 laboratories and over 1,200 employees, IDPH is equipped to fulfill its mission of protecting the health and wellness of the people of Illinois through the prevention, health promotion, regulation and control of disease and injury.

 

 

Work Hours:  Monday-Friday 8:30-5:00 
Work Location: 525 W Jefferson St, Springfield, Illinois, 62702-5056 
Agency Contact:  DPH.HRRecruiter@Illinois.gov 
Posting Group: Leadership & Management 

 

 

This position DOESN'T contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

 

 

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 Public Health’s discretion.

 

 

 

 

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