Special Project Administrator
Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
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Job Summary
Job Requisition ID:58899
Opening Date:09/30/2026
Closing Date:10/14/2026
Agency:Department of Human Services
Class Title:PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015
Skill Option:General Administration/Business Marketing/Labor/Personnel
Bilingual Option:None
Salary:Anticipated Salary: $10759 - $11655 per month ($129108 - $139860 per year)
Job Type:Salaried
Category:Full Time
Number of Vacancies:1
Bargaining Unit Code:None
Merit Comp Code:Managerial Exclusion from RC063 Collective Bargaining Coverage
Work Hours: Mon - Fri 8:30am - 5:00pm; 1-hour unpaid lunch
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: It is required that a person reports to the headquarters on this job position as necessary (could be weekly monthly or other schedule) dependent on operational need
Headquarter Location: 401 S Clinton St Chicago Illinois 60607
Secretarys Office
Chief Behavioral Health Office
Administration
Work County: Cook
Agency Contact:
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.
When applicable titles that require specific coursework professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion equity and dedication that define our state. Whether youre helping to improve schools protect our natural resources or support families in need youre part of something biggersomething that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career youre looking for we offer jobs that fit your life and your scheduleflexible 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 Department of Human Services is seeking to hire a Special Project Administrator for the Secretarys Office located in Chicago Illinois. The incumbent will participate in planning policy and programming activities mandated by legislation regulations and the Secretary. Administratively tracks and coordinates information on the integration of the global behavioral health system in Illinois. Coordinates directs and participates in a variety of special projects many of which are of a sensitive and/or highly confidential nature. Acts as representative of the Chief Behavioral Health Officer (CBHO) on Department-wide projects and works teams to conceive develop and implement procedures and practices to promote an improved and integrated network of services to persons served by the Departments programs.
- Serves as Executive Management Assistant for the Department of Human Services Chief Behavioral Health Officer (CBHO).
- Serves as Special Project Administrator for the Chief Behavioral Health Officer (CBHO).
- Coordinates directs and participates in a variety of special projects many of which are of a sensitive and/or highly confidential nature as instructed by the CBHO.
- Serves as representative of the CBHO on Department-wide projects and work teams to conceive develop and implement procedures and practices to promote an improved and integrated network of services to persons served by the Departments programs.
- Serves as liaison between the CBHO and members of the general public customers and other state agencies.
- Serves as the CBHOs timekeeper.
- Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.
- Requires knowledge skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years college with course work in business or public administration.
- Requires three (3) years progressively responsible administrative project management experience in a public or private organization.
- Three (3) years of professional experience managing complex projects in a dynamic environment which require input and/or approval from many partners and in developing and managing project plans including developing and staying on realistic timelines identifying partners and their roles planning and facilitating project meetings and effectively leading project communication.
- Three (3) years of project management experience for a public or private organization including the development of concepts strategies and facilitation.
- Three (3) years of professional experience analyzing and documenting data for a public or private organization.
- Three (3) years of professional experience recommending and implementing polices and procedures relative to latest trends and standards for public or business organization.
- Three (3) years of professional experience analyzing administrative problems and adopting an effective course of action.
- Three (3) years of professional experience preparing administrative documents such as policy and program procedures operations personnel etc.
- Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties.
*All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
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)
- Benefit time modified for part-time 12-hour & non-standard 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 BillTraining/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: INSTRUCTIONS
If you have questions about how to apply please see the following resources:
State employees: Detailed application instructions can be found in the Current Employee Guide at Application Procedures or by logging in to thecareer portalfor State employees and viewing the instructions onCompleting the Electronic Application.
Non-State employees: Detailed application instructions can be found in the External Applicant Guide at Application Procedures or from click Application Resources in the footer of every page of the website.
Use the Apply button at the top right or bottom right of the posting to begin the application process. If you are not already signed in you will be prompted to do so.
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State employees should include temporary assignment in the application profile. Temporary assignment verification forms can be uploaded to the Additional Documents section.
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