Implementation Coach and Training Specialist, FISP

Implementation Coach and Training Specialist

As a member of a specialized statewide child welfare training team, work collaboratively with the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (IDCFS) and community partners to provide training, coaching, consultation and professional development to child welfare agency staff, supervisors, and managers. This will include but not be limited to providing both introductory awareness and post-training content reinforcement related to the Illinois Core Practice Model, effective child welfare agency leadership development and other key IDCFS initiatives.

Facilitate and at times develop trainings, lead learning groups and provide ongoing field support to enhance the transfer of learning and reinforce application from the training environment to field operations. Travel Requirements Statewide travel required.

Appointment Information This is a 100% full-time Academic Professional position, appointed on a 12-month basis. The expected start date is as soon as possible after the search positing closes. The budgeted salary range for this position is $72,000 - $74,000. Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, while also considering internal equity. This position is not eligible for any type of sponsorship for work authorization.

Hybrid work options may be available for this position with the ability to be on-site as needed per the University's Workplace Flexibility Policy.

Application Procedures & Deadline Information Applications must be received by 6:00 pm (Central Time) on Monday, July 20, 2026. Apply for this position using the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this posting. Applications not submitted through (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). will not be considered. Upload your cover letter, resume and names and contact information for three professional references. For further information about this specific position, please contact SW-HR.

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Champaign-Urbana Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position; however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates.

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