Agency Medical Director

Job Requisition :48705
Closing Date: 03/23/2026
Agency:Department of Corrections
Class

Title:

MEDICAL ADM IV - 26405
Skill Option:None
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: $239,268-$345,084
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:None
Merit Comp Code:Exempt under Section 4d of the Personnel Code, Gubernatorial (Management Bill)

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 CMS
100, CMS
100b or any other document that is not a Resume or CV.

The Illinois Department of Corrections is seeking a dynamic and mission-driven Agency Medical Director to lead and oversee the delivery of comprehensive medical care across 32 correctional centers, work camps, and transition centers. As the senior clinical executive, the candidate will ensure that a population of approximately 30,000 individuals in custody receives constitutionally appropriate, high-quality, and evidence-based healthcare services.

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.

• Serves as the Chief of Health Services for the Department of Corrections (IDOC).
• Serves as full-line supervisor.
• Serves as an external liaison.
• Provides oversight over health services' fiscal control and contracts.
• Conducts policy research and monitors compliance with applicable rules, policies, and laws.
• Monitors health services at facilities to ensure quality assurance.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned that are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

• Illinois license to practice medicine in the State of Illinois and completion of an approved residency in the position-related medical specialty of psychiatry, rehabilitation, medicine, or other specialty clinically appropriate to the psychiatric or habilitation setting.
• Four (4) years of substantive medical administrative experience in medical/clinical or medical programs direction, planning, and evaluation.

• Prefers a Doctorate (MD or DO) from an accredited U.S. School of Medicine or Osteopathic Medicine.
• Prefers completion of a U.S. Residency or Fellowship Training Program in Correctional Medicine, Family Medicine, Psychiatry, Internal Medicine, or a closely related specialty.
• Prefers Board Certification in a relevant medical specialty.
• Prefers a minimum of three (3) years of experience practicing medicine in a government or correctional facility setting.
• Prefers a minimum of five (5) years of experience supervising licensed medical providers and clinical staff.
• Prefers a strong working knowledge of correctional healthcare delivery systems, population health, and continuity of care post-release.
• Prefers demonstrated ability to lead multi-disciplinary clinical teams and oversee statewide healthcare program operations.
• Prefers the ability to effectively collaborate with legal, regulatory, and oversight entities, including consent decree monitors and accreditation bodies.
• Prefers familiarity with public health principles, discharge planning, and inter-agency collaboration.
• Prefers proficiency in interpreting and applying national correctional healthcare standards (e.g., NCCHC, ACA) and state/federal mandates.

• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate. Requires appropriate, valid
  driver’s…