ASSOCIATE REGIONAL ADMINISTRATOR - COOK PERMANENCY
State of IllinoisAbout the role
Job Requisition ID: 57570
Opening Date: 08/03/2026
Closing Date: 08/17/2026
Agency:Department of Children and Family Services
Class Title: SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMIN (40070)
Skill Option: Health and Human Services
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $11,000 to $13,000 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: None
Merit Comp Code: Term Appointment/ Agency
PUC: 90683904
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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 Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as Associate Regional Administrator of Permanency Services. Subject to management approval, this position will oversee Area Administrators through the region who are responsible for the oversight of Permanency Team Supervisors involved in the provision of comprehensive child welfare services within the region. The position provides high level consultation to the Regional Administrator in all areas of permanency services. This position provides a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about children and interested in being a leader in the administration of child welfare services. 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.
Essential Functions
- As Associate Regional Administrator for Permanency Services, formulates, designs, and directs the implementation of policies and procedures regarding the provision of regional permanency services for the Department
- Directs, plans, and manages regional permanency programs, providing expertise and oversight of services and systems
- Serves as full line supervisor
- Represents the Department before other state and federal agencies, private organizations, elected officials, courts, and lay groups with regard to child welfare issues impacting permanency and human trafficking programs
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires an MSW or master’s degree in a related human services field, in business administration, or a juris doctorate.
- Requires four years of progressively responsible administrative child welfare experience with an MSW OR five years of progressively responsible administrative child welfare experience with a master’s degree in a related human services field, in business administration, or a juris doctorate.
Preferred Qualifications
- 5 years of experience managing or conducting child welfare casework services.
- 3 years of experience supervising professional staff.
- Professional experien
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