Job Description

Job Requisition ID: 54387
Office: Health Care Regulation

Division: Long Term Care Field Operations

Posting ID: PAR 44-26-0258 / 54387

Posted: 03/20/2026 - 04/03/2026
Agency: Department of Public Health
Class Title: SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMIN (40070)
Skill Option: Health and Human Services
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $9,900 MONTHLY; Full Range $9,900 - $11,900 MONTHLY
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1

Merit Comp Code: Term Appointment/ Agency

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.

The Illinois Department of Public Health is seeking a highly motivated, detailed oriented individual to serve as a Field Operations Supervisor. This individual will administer and manage all field operations located in their region, including licensure, federal and complaint surveys of long term care facilities. The Field Operations Supervisor is responsible for preparing and reviewing performance data, as well as developing performance improvement strategies which may include managing staffing levels and training needs. This individual will serve as supervisor.

Benefits Statement

As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

• 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
• Optional 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

*These are just a few of the many perks available to all State employees. For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

Essential Functions

• Administers the implementation of the state licensure and federal certification survey process for long term care facilities within Region 7.
• Directs, coordinates, and reviews the long-term care activities of the field supervisors ensuring that policies and procedures are consistent across work units and are aligned with the directives of the Division Chief and the Assistant Division Chief.
• Serves as full-line supervisor.
• Serves as the Department liaison with the long-term care provider industry, the public, other state agencies and federal officials regarding survey activities.
• Develops and implements policy and procedures for field operation.
• Meets and discusses the long-term care survey process with internal and external stakeholders.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skills, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college.
• Requires prior experience equivalent to four (4) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in Public Health related programs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Four (4) or more years of progressively responsible administrative experience in Medicare/Medicaid related programs.
• Certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid as having passed the Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Test (SMQT).
• Four (4) or more years knowledge of state and federal regulations related to long term care facilities.
• Three (3) or more years of supervisory experience.
• Two (2) years of experience establishing, maintaining, and improving cooperative working relationships with various stakeholders.
• Two (2) years of experience drafting, reviewing, and implementing policies and procedures.
• Two (2) years experience with business communication with other agencies.
• Two (2) years of experience in Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Smart sheets.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties.
• Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license.
• Requires ability to meet all agency vaccine/health-related polices and guidance.
• 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 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

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is tasked with the oversight of communities within Illinois to achieve and maintain optimal health and safety. With an annual budget of over $2 billion in state and federal funds, 6 regional offices, 3 laboratories and over 1,200 employees, IDPH is equipped to fulfill its mission of protecting the health and wellness of the people of Illinois through the prevention, health promotion, regulation and control of disease and injury.

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am-5:00pm (1 hour lunch)
Headquarter Location: 3 Westbrook Corporate Center, Westchester, Illinois, 60154
Work County: Cook
Agency Contact: DPH.HRRecruiter@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Leadership & Management; Health Services

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.

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 Public Health’s discretion.

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