PROGRAM MANAGER

Job Requisition ID: 54811
Opening Date: 04/23/2026
Closing Date: 05/07/2026
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 $9,700 to $11,700 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Champaign
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: None
Merit Comp Code: Term Appointment/ Agency

 

A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application.  Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one.

 

 

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.

About the Agency

DCFS is deeply committed to the welfare and protection of children.  Our goal is to protect children by strengthening and supporting families.  In every effort, from receiving hotline calls to reaching family reunification or foster care and adoption, children and families are our focus. 

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 

 

 

Job Responsibilities

• Serves as Program Manager
• Serves as full line supervisor of subordinate staff
• Provides input into all statewide monitoring activities
• Consults with and advises community and regional advisory councils, committees, and private agencies on program needs, standards, and services.
• 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.
• Requires four years of progressively 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers 5 years of professional experience managing or conducting program monitoring for a public or private child welfare agency 
• Prefers 3 years of experience supervising professional staff engaged in the provision of child welfare services
• Prefers 3 years of professional experience in the development and implementation of policies and procedures in a social
  service agency.
• Prefers 3 years of professional experience in the development of strategies for the improvement of s