• Job Description

  Req#: 44987

  Job Requisition ID: 44987

  Opening Date: 03/14/2025
  Closing Date/Time: 03/27/2025
  Agency: Department of Human Services
  Class Title: SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTR - 40070
  Skill Option: Health and Human Services
  Bilingual Option: None

  Salary: Anticipated Salary: $9,772 - $11,772 per month ($117,264 - $141,264 per year)
  Job Type: Salaried
  Category: Full Time
  County: Kane
  Number of Vacancies: 1
  Plan/BU: None

  ****************A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****************

  Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document that is not a Resume or CV.

  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.

  Posting Identification Number 44987

  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 Mental Health is seeking to hire a Hospital Chief Operating Officer (COO) for the Elgin Mental Health Center located in Elgin, Illinois. Plans, Directs and manages administrators of assigned areas. Performs highly responsible administrative, clinical and programmatic duties. Facilitates the execution of and regularly reviews Department Policy and Procedures and guidelines. Directs investigation of and prepares special reports on problems relating to operations and effectiveness of Elgin Mental Health Center’s delivery system. At Elgin Mental Health Center, we treat individuals with dignity and compassion. Our mission is to provide equitable access to social/human services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve.

  Essential Functions

  • Serves as the Hospital Chief Operating Officer for the Elgin Mental Health Center.

  • Serves as full-line supervisor.

  • Serves as the Hospital Chief Executive Officer (CEO) in their absence with full range authority over the entire Hospital.

  • Supports and supervises the business services processes for monitoring and evaluating the quality of facility fiscal and material conditions, for identifying and resolving problems and for identifying opportunities to improve physical plant issues resulting in better patient care.

  • Participates in meetings and serves as chairperson or member of various committees.

  • 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 completion of four (4) years of college.

  • Requires four (4) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in the fields of health or human services.

  Preferred Qualifications

  • Five (5) years of professional experience organizing, administering and evaluating ongoing services in a multi-disciplinary operation.

  • Five (5) years of professional experience interacting with and communicating in oral and written form with internal and external stakeholders.

  • Three (3) years of professional supervisory experience, assigning work, providing guidance to subordinates, recommending counseling and/or discipline following collective bargaining agreements, training staff, preparing and signing performance evaluations and approving time off.

  • Three (3) years of professional experience developing and interpreting policies and procedures for a public or private organization.

  • Two (2) years of professional experience working with Federal and State standards and regulations relative to residential care and treatment programs.

  • Two (2) years of professional experience developing strategic plans, long and short-term goals for residential treatment program.

  • One (1) year of professional experience in accounting or business management.

  Conditions of Employment

  • Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.

  • Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties.

  • 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 has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.

  • 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: Mon - Fri, 8:00am - 4:00pm; 30-minute unpaid lunch

  CEO Office/Kilbourne Admin
  Work Location: 750 S State St, Elgin, Illinois, 60123

  Division of Mental Health

  Elgin Mental Health Center

  Hospital Administration
  Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@Illinois.gov
  Posting Group: Leadership & Management; Health Services; 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.

  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 Human Services’s discretion.

  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

  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:

  • donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
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• About the company

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