Deputy Division Manager (SPSA, 01)

State of Illinois•Springfield, IL

22h•Onsite

About The Position

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Employees contribute to improving schools, protecting natural resources, and supporting families. The State offers flexible jobs with gold standard benefits, avenues for career advancement, and great retirement packages. The Illinois Department on Aging's mission is to serve and advocate for older Illinoisans and their caregivers by administering quality and culturally appropriate programs that promote partnerships and encourage independence, dignity, and quality of life. This position is ideal for candidates with a strong background in Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) Waiver Programs and demonstrated skill in developing policy for organizations that support older Americans. The role benefits from individuals who have successfully developed, monitored, and reported on program performance metrics, with a proven ability to analyze program data and drive initiatives based on their findings. Experience in developing grants and contributing to impactful program outcomes is also highly valued, making this an excellent opportunity for professionals committed to enhancing services and supports for aging populations.

Requirements

Knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college, preferably with courses in Gerontology, Social Work or Human Services.
Prior experience equivalent to four years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization.
Ability to pass a criminal background check.
Requires monthly travel.
Ability to file a Statement of Economic Interest.
Ability to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission.
Awareness of revolving door restrictions (5 ILCS 430/5-45) and requirement to notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment.

Nice To Haves

Four years of experience working with a HCBS Waiver Program.
Four years of experience developing policy for a public or private entity serving older Americans.
Three years of experience developing, monitoring, and reporting program performance metrics.
Three years of experience analyzing program data and implementing initiatives based on that data.
Three years of experience developing grants.
Three years of experience supervising a unionized workforce.

Responsibilities

As an official advising on and implementing policy, performs highly responsible and sensitive functions for the Home and Community-Based Services Waiver (HCBS) specifically ensuring compliance with federal performance metrics that pertain to quality with a focus on critical event reporting, risk mitigation and person-centered planning.
Manages the demonstration project team.
Provides oversight of the agency quality assurance operations to facilitate the development of new and revised policies and procedures related to the attainment of agency goals and objectives.
Collaborates with the Division Manager and other staff regarding management studies, reports, and program analysis to evaluate compliance with the HCBS Waiver performance metrics that specifically relate to quality of services.
Assists with the development and implementation of training on quality assurance related topics for the Aging network.
Supervises staff.
Performs other duties as required which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Benefits

Flexible and hybrid work schedules are available in many program areas (when available and dependent upon position)
Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental, and vision plans
Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
Option pre-tax programs – Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
10-25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
12 paid sick days annually which carryover year to year
3 paid personal business days per calendar year (pro-rated dependent on start date)
13-14 paid holidays per year
12 weeks of paid parental leave
Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources