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Job Requisition :53335
Closing Date: 02/17/2026
Agency:Department of Early Childhood
Class

Title:

PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015
Skill Option:General Administration/Business Marketing/Labor/Personnel
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $8750 - $9333 per month ($105,000 - $112,000 per year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Cook;
Sangamon
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

Position Overview:

The Illinois Department of Early Childhood (IDEC) is seeking a Public Information Officer (PIO) / Press Secretary to serve as the primary media liaison and official spokesperson for the Illinois Department of Early Childhood (IDEC), representing the Director of the Office of Communications. This role is responsible for developing and executing comprehensive external media engagement strategies to promote IDEC’s mission and services, while monitoring and analyzing media coverage and public sentiment to inform communication efforts.

The PIO also leads the development and coordination of internal communication strategies to ensure consistent messaging across the agency. Acting as a full-line supervisor, this position provides leadership and guidance to communications staff, ensuring high-quality, timely, and accurate dissemination of information to stakeholders, media outlets, and the public.

Apply today to join a team committed to making Illinois the best place in the nation to raise a family!

Illinois Department of Early Childhood offers a robust benefit package including:

• Health,…