BUREAU CHIEF

Job Requisition ID: 56294 Opening Date: 06/12/2026 Closing Date: 06/26/2026 ​Agency: Department of Human Services Class Title: SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMIN (40070) Skill Option: Fiscal Management/Accounting/Budget/ Internal Audit/Insurance/Financial Bilingual Option: None Salary: Anticipated Salary: $10,000 - $12,000 per month ($120,000 - $144,000 per year) Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time County: Sangamon Number of Vacancies: 1 Bargaining Unit Code: None Merit Comp Code: Term Appointment/ Gubernatorial (Management Bill) 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. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended. 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. Position Overview Subject to the administrative approval, serves as Bureau Chief of Collection Services; executes policies to govern, manage and control the Agency’s statewide collection program. Provides direction to staff in identifying the goals and objectives of the program; including the Federal and third party payers, recipients and relatives and other receivables. Interprets Federal requirements for reimbursement staff. Initiates fiscal studies to analyze the impact of, to determine the efficiency and effectiveness of policies, techniques and legal action taken relative to collections. Performs unique specialized duties as the Agency’s spokesperson with Federal and State legislators; provides advice and consultation to agency administrative staff and or inter-agency administrative staff. Makes written summaries for administrator. Essential Functions Serves as Bureau Chief for the Bureau of Collection Services. Manages, plans, develops, supervises and participates in comprehensive fiscal studies to identify collection issues and to resolve organizational problems relative to the bureau. Serves as full-line supervisor. Directs, analyzes, and develops program studies, and in-depth financial analysis related to the various activities in the Collection Section. Confers with State/Federal Legislative and inter-agency administrative staff to develop and analyze changes in the State and Federal laws. Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above. Minimum Qualifications Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years college with course work in budgeting, accounting, and auditing. Requires four (4) years progressively responsible fiscal or accounting experience in a public or private organization. Preferred Qualifications Four (4) years of professional experience in developing, implementing, and interpreting fiscal policies and procedures for a public or private organization. Four (4) years of professional supervisory experience assigning work, providing guidance to subordinates, recommending counseling and/or discipline following collective bargaining agreements, training staff, approving time off, and preparing and signing performance evaluations. Four (4) years of professional experience developing, installing, and evaluating new and revised fiscal methods, procedures, and performance standards for a public or private organization. Four (4) years of professional experience reviewing and analyzing federal legislation, Comptroller rules and regulations, and/or federal and state rules, regulations and guidelines for impact affecting a public or private organization’s collection process and procedures. Four (4) years of professional experience working with accounting systems such as Accounts Receivable System (ARS), Integrated Eligibility System (IES), Systems Application Projects (SAP), and Recipient Reimbursement System (REII). Four (4) years of professional experience meeting deadlines with strong attention to detail and the ability to utilize critical thinking skills while multi-tasking multiple projects. Conditions of Employment Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine. This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings. *All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description. Work Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:30am - 5:00pm; 1-hour unpaid lunch Headquarter Location: 600 E Ash St, Springfield, Illinois, 62703 Office of Fiscal Services Bureau of Collection Services Administration Work County: Sangamon Agency Contact: View email address on click.appcast.io Posting Group: Leadership & Management; Fiscal, Finance & Procurement; Social Services About the Agency: The Illinois Department of Human Services uplifts individuals and communities across Illinois. Our mission is to respond to the needs of all people in Illinois so they can lead healthy, safe, and enriched lives. Our vision is the future we are shaping with dignity and the well-being for everyone in Illinois. Our values are the principles that guide us as we work to remove systemic barriers and create lasting opportunities with Compassion, Accessibility, Responsibility, and Equity. 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) Benefit time modified for part-time, 12-hour, & non-standard 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: Revolving Door: Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (“OEIG”) or may be subject to a fine. Statement of Economic Interest: This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings. Term Appointment: Candidates hired into a term position shall be appointed for a term of 4 years and are subject to a probationary period. The term may be renewed for successive four-year terms at the Director of the Department of Human Services’s discretion. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process. If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account. If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources: State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website. State employees should include temporary assignment in the application profile. Temporary assignment verification forms can be uploaded to the Additional Documents section. The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). 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