The Division of Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire an Assistant Deputy Director to establish, plan, develop and enforce policies utilized in Developmental Disabilities Community Services and Programs. The ideal candidate for this position will have extensive professional experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities and leadership experience in a public or community-based developmental disabilities organization. The Division supports people with intellectual and developmental disabilities to access person-centered, high-quality services that meet their needs, preferences, and goals. The selected candidate will be part of a coordinated, responsive, and person-centered service system that provides consistent access to high-quality supports for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities across Illinois. Essential Functions Serves as Assistant Deputy Director for Community Services and Programs. Serves as the statewide manager of the Community Services and Programs including the Bureau of Quality Management, Medicaid Waiver Administration and Technical Assistance. Implements and directs policy for the total management process of activities for the Quality Management, Medicaid Waiver Administration and Technical Assistance sections for the Division of DD. Serves as full-line supervisor. In the absence of the Deputy Director, assumes responsibilities will full administrative authority for operation of the Office and all functions of the Deputy Director. Plans, develops, and implements methods, systems, investigation techniques, and examination procedures designed to effectively monitor and regulate the industry program for which the position has principal accountability; provides for the development of revisions of policies, rules, regulations and procedures. 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 (4) years college. Requires four (4) years of progressively responsible administrative experience working at a private or public organization that provides services to individuals who have intellectual/developmental disabilities. Preferred Qualifications Four (4) years of professional experience working with individuals with intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. Four (4) years of professional experience developing processes, procedures and guidelines for implementing programs for a public or community-based developmental disabilities organization. Four (4) years of progressively responsible leadership experience in a public or community-based developmental disabilities organization. Four (4) years of professional experience developing, interpreting and ensuring implementation of policies and procedures for a public or community-based developmental disabilities organization. Four (4) years of professional supervisory experience in managing personnel, assigning work, providing guidance to subordinates, recommending and/or implementing counseling and/or discipline activities and training staff. Four (4) years of professional experience communicating with diverse stakeholders, both orally and in writing across various forms of media related to I/ DD issues and information. Conditions of Employment Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties. Requires the ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers. 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 4 A-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 420/4 A 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, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm; 1-hour unpaid lunch Headquarter Location: 600 E Ash St, Springfield, Illinois, 62703 Division of Developmental Disabilities Community Services and Programs Work County: Sangamon Agency Contact: DHS. Hiring. Unit@illinois.gov Posting Group: Leadership & Management; 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) Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time 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 4 A-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 420/4 A 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.