Assistant Director, Youth & Families In Care

Job

Requisition
Closing Date: 01/30/2026
​Agency:
Department of Children and Family Services
Class

Title:

SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTR - 40070
Skill Option:
Health and Human Services
Bilingual Option:
None
Salary:
Anticipated Starting Salary: $13,500 - $15,000 (Full Range: $8,825 - $15,255)
Job Type: Salaried
Category:
Full Time
County:
Adams;
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Number of Vacancies : 1
Bargaining Unit Code:
None
Merit Comp Code:
Excluded - Subject to Paragraph (1), (2), (3), or (6) of Section 4d of the Personnel Code

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.

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 administrative experience in human services in child welfare/child protection services
• Requires a thorough knowledge and understanding of the Abused and Neglected Child Reporting Act (ANCRA) and other child welfare laws and Illinois child protection reporting/investigation regulations

Preferred Qualifications

• 6 years of experience supervising professional staff
• 5 years of professional experience in the oversight of a large program with multiple sites or multiple teams of subordinate professional staff
• 5 years of experience managing or conducting child welfare casework or child protection investigations
• Professional experience in the development and implementation of policies and procedures
• Professional experience conducting planning activities for a social work program on a regional or statewide basis in a management capacity
• Professional experience conducting community outreach as a representative of a public or business organization

Conditions of Employment