Assistant Chief Accountability Officer

Job Requisition ID: 56281 Opening Date: 06/16/2026 Closing Date: 07/01/2026 Agency: Department of Children and Family Services Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015 Skill Option: General Administration/Business Marketing/Labor/Personnel Bilingual Option: None Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $9,000 to $11,000 Monthly Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time County: Sangamon Number of Vacancies: 1 Bargaining Unit Code: None Merit Comp Code: Managerial Exclusion from RC063 Collective Bargaining Coverage 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. Position Overview The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, results-oriented professional to serve as Assistant Chief Accountability Officer. Under administrative direction, this position will serve as second-in-command for the DCFS Grant Accountability and Transparency Section, providing technical assistance and oversight of unit activities to assist the Chief Accountability Officer in ensuring the Department's compliance with 2 CFR 200, 30 ILCS 708 Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) and related federal and state rules and regulations. The position will serve as full line supervisor and review unit activities to ensure the Department's state grant programs are compliant with GATA. Additionally, this position will manage pre-award and post-award activities, working closely with providers, grantees, and Department staff. This position provides an exciting opportunity for someone who is focused on ensuring the Department utilizes grant opportunities to ensure the best possible provision of services for children and families. DCFS offers a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits, and a pension program. The ideal candidate for this position will have excellent analytical, project management, and interpersonal communication skills, as well as strong leadership capabilities. We invite you to join our innovative team to help make a positive difference in the lives of the children and families of Illinois. Essential Functions Serves as Assistant Chief Accountability Officer Reviews unit activities to ensure the Department's state grant programs are compliant with GATA Works closely with providers, grantees, and Department staff to assist with pre- and post-award GATA activities Serves as full line supervisor Provides input into program monitoring compliance reviews and internal and external audit preparation activities for federal and state funded programs and contracts Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above Minimum Qualifications Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college Requires three years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization Preferred Qualifications Prefers 3 years of professional experience with the implementation of 2 CFR 200 and 30 ILCS 708 Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) or similar legislation, statutes, or guidelines in a public or private organization Prefers 3 years of experience interpreting and developing administrative rules and/or departmental policies and procedures in a public or private organization Prefers 2 years of professional experience in federal and/or state grant administration, program monitoring, and/or auditing Prefers 3 years of professional experience meeting deadlines, with strong attention to detail and the ability to utilize critical thinking skills while multi-tasking, prioritizing, and tracking the progress of numerous projects Prefers completion of a master's degree in business administration, public administration, accounting, or finance Conditions of Employment Requires ability to pass a background check 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 The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description About the Agency DCFS is deeply committed to the welfare and protection of children. Our goal is to protect children by strengthening and supporting families. In every effort, from receiving hotline calls to reaching family reunification or foster care and adoption, children and families are our focus Work Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm Headquarter Location: 4500 S 6th St Rd, Springfield, Illinois, 62703 Work County: Sangamon Agency Contact: Lily Koehl Email : [email removed] Posting Group: Legal, Audit & Compliance PUC#: 90697057 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. 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). You may receive emails from the following addresses: [email removed] [email removed] Employment Type: Full Time