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To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials .Job Requisition ID: 57753Opening Date: 07/27/2026Closing Date: 08/07/2026Agency: Department of Juvenile JusticeClass Title: SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMIN (40070)Skill Option: General Administration/Business Marketing/Labor/PersonnelBilingual Option: NoneSalary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $9495-11,495 (Full Range: $9495-$16,413)Job Type: SalariedCategory: Full TimeCounty: Adams; Alexander; Bond; Boone; Brown; Bureau; Calhoun; Carroll; Cass; Champaign; Christian; Clark; Clay; Clinton; Coles; Cook; Crawford; Cumberland; DeKalb; DeWitt; Douglas; DuPage; Edgar; Edwards; Effingham; Fayette; Ford; Franklin; Fulton; Gallatin; Greene; Grundy; Hamilton; Hancock; Hardin; Henderson; Henry; Iroquois; Jackson; Jasper; Jefferson; Jersey; Jo Daviess; Johnson; Kane; Kankakee; Kendall; Knox; LaSalle; Lake; Lawrence; Lee; Livingston; Logan; Macon; Macoupin; Madison; Marion; Marshall; Mason; Massac; McDonough; McHenry; McLean; Menard; Mercer; Monroe; Montgomery; Morgan; Moultrie; Ogle; Other; Peoria; Perry; Piatt; Pike; Pope; Pulaski; Putnam; Randolph; Richland; Rock Island; Saline; Sangamon; Schuyler; Scott; Shelby; St. Clair; Stark; Stephenson; Tazewell; Union; Vermilion; Wabash; Warren; Washington; Wayne; White; Whiteside; Will; Williamson; Winnebago; WoodfordNumber of Vacancies: 1Bargaining Unit Code: NoneMerit Comp Code: Excluded - Subject to Paragraph (1), (2), (3), or (6) of Section 4d of the Personnel CodeDEPUTY OMBUDSMAN (57753) 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.POSITION SUMMARY: The State of Illinois is seeking a motivated and experienced leader to serve as the Deputy Ombudsman. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience managing and developing a team, advocating for youth in detention, building trust, addressing concerns, and advancing systemic improvements that protect the rights, well-being, and dignity of justice-involved youth.The Deputy Ombudsman under the direction of the Independent Juvenile Ombudsperson will lead, supervise, and support a team responsible for monitoring juvenile detention facilities and responding to complaints and concerns raised by youth. Key responsibilities include assigning and reviewing staff work, ensuring investigations are conducted thoroughly and consistently, conducting regular site visits to assess facility conditions, interviewing youth about their experiences, and recommending policy and practice reforms to state and county leaders.The Governor appoints the Independent Juvenile Ombudsperson, subject to the advice and consent of the Senate, to serve a four-year term.The Office of the Deputy Ombudsman is administratively housed within and supported by the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice. However, the Ombudsperson reports directly to the Office of the Lieutenant Governor and the Office of the Governor.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Directs, reviews and monitors implementation of the Department of Juvenile Justice rules and standards.Reviews, modifies, and implements existing program objectives or develops new program objective.Inspects and reviews periodically DJJ facilities and procedures to ensure that the rights of youth are fully observed.Advocates for the rights of youth and provides assistance with obtaining services.Promulgates, directs, coordinates, reviews, and responds to hotline and grievance box activities.Serves as a full line supervisor.Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Requires a bachelor's or advanced degree from an accredited college or university.Requires four (4) years of progressively responsible administrative experience advocating for the rights of youth.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Prefers specialized knowledge of juvenile delinquency law and procedure at local, state, and federal levels.Prefers significant knowledge of and familiarity with state and federal juvenile correctional laws, statutes, and rules, including the Prison Rape Elimination Act, Americans with Disabilities Act, and Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.Prefers specialized knowledge of Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) abuse and neglect referrals and procedures, as well as Illinois State Police referrals and investigations.CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Requires ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.Requires ability to pass a drug screen. The use of unauthorized drugs by an employee, regardless of the position held is prohibited.This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of theIllinois 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 the 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.BENEFITS: The State of Illinois offers an excellent benefits package including:Health, Life, Vision, and Dental InsurancePension PlanPaid parental leavePre-tax benefits programs including but not limited to: Deferred Compensation, Medical, Daycare, etc.Employees earn twelve (12) paid Sick Days annuallyNew Employees earn ten (10) paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to twenty-five (25) paid Vacation Days annually (based on years of service)Employees earn three (3) paid Personal Days annually (pro-rated based on start date)Thirteen-Fourteen (13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date)Flexible work schedules in many program areas (remote work may be an option for certain positions)Work Hours: 8:00am to 4:00pm (Mom-Fri)Headquarter Location: 60 E Van Buren, Chicago, Illinois, 60605Work County: Statewide CookEmail: idjj.humanresources@illinois.govPosting Group: Social Services; EducationThe main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:#J-18808-Ljbffr

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