Deputy Director for P.L.A.C.E. Department

Job Requisition ID: 49477
Closing Date:
​Agency: Illinois Office of Comptroller
Class Title: DEPUTY DIRECTOR - 68620 
Salary: $90,000.00/year - $100,000/year
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Merit Comp Code: Exempt

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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 Illinois Office of Comptroller 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.

 

 

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Position Overview

COME JOIN A TRANSFORMATIVE TEAM, with a record of proven, positive impact to the State of Illinois.

 

The Illinois Office of the Comptroller is seeking applicants for the position of Deputy Director for P.L.A.C.E. Department.

 

The Comptroller is the chief fiscal control officer for the Illinois government, charged by the Constitution with maintaining the state’s central fiscal accounts and ordering payments into and out of the appropriate funds. The office processes more than 16 million transactions annually and serves as a “fiscal watchdog” to ensure that all state payments meet the requirements of the law. The Comptroller’s office provides meaningful and timely fiscal information to help state policymakers adopt effective policies. The office continually seeks new ways to improve how it serves the public. The Comptroller has updated and streamlined the Comptroller’s website and has led the process of updating the state’s payroll and accounting systems. Comptroller Mendoza is committed to running the Office of Comptroller as a financial watchdog for the interest of Illinois citizens and to installing the most modern and transparent systems to make the state’s financial information available to all. 

Main Function

Subject to administrative approval of the Director, assists in planning, directing, organizing, controlling and managing the operation of the Pre-need Licensing and Certification Enforcement (PLACE) Department, including coordinating a variety of difficult and complex functions and investigations that are sensitive or confidential in nature. The incumbent develops and implements policies and procedures related to administration of state cemetery and crematory laws and rules. The Deputy Director trains members of the department on updated procedures and policies, represents the Director of PLACE on assigned tasks and committees, responds to internal and external requests for information, and may be responsible for the supervision and direction of a subordinate support staff.

Job Responsibilities

• Acts as department’s chief investigator providing guidance and oversight for the investigation process.
  • Supervises a staff of professional and support personnel, including auditors and investigators. Assigns and reviews work, completes performance evaluations, and implements discipline if and when necessary.
  • Create and deliver training on all department procedures and policies to ensure new and existing staff acquire the necessary knowledge, skills, and competencies to effectively perform their roles.
  • Provides direction and coordinates the functions of department staff in carrying out assigned tasks
  • Performs investigations in conjunction with department staff, collaborates with legal counsel when necessary, and assists in resolving any related administrative problems.

 

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