Associate Regional Administrator

Illinois Department Of Children And Family Services • Waukegan, IL

418d • $11,000 - $13,000

About The Position

The Associate Regional Administrator of Child Protection Services at the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) is responsible for overseeing the management of child protection investigations within the region. This role involves providing high-level consultation to the Regional Administrator and supervising Area Administrators and their teams. The position is ideal for individuals passionate about child welfare and looking to lead efforts in protecting children and supporting families.

Requirements

• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent leadership skills.
• Experience in child protection services or related fields.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual skills are a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Area Administrators responsible for child protection investigations.
• Provide high-level consultation to the Regional Administrator.
• Administer and direct regional child protection investigations.
• Serve as a full line supervisor for the investigations team.
• Direct and oversee investigations and service provision for high-profile cases.
• Act as a liaison to purchase of service agencies and other external entities.
• Represent the Department at internal statewide and divisional meetings.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation plan.
• Excellent benefits package.
• Pension program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed