Agency Technology Service Request Manager

Company: Illinois Department of Children and Family Service
Location: Chicago
Posted on: May 22, 2025

Job Description:

Job Requisition ID: 47124 Closing Date: 06/18/2025 Agency: Department of Children and Family Services Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015 Skill Option: Management Information System/Data Processing/Telecommunications Bilingual Option: None Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary (Eff. 7/1/25) $8,281 / month; Full Salary Range $8,281 - $12,223 / month Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time County: Cook Number of Vacancies: 1 Bargaining Unit Code: RC063 Merit Comp Code: This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position. All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal. Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered. 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 biggersomething 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 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. Position Overview The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as Agency Technology Service Request Manager. Under administrative direction, this position will coordinate and serve as liaison with the Department of Innovation and Technology (DoIT) and external vendors regarding system issues and service requests. The position will provide professional and technical advisory functions to the division and the Product Manager relative to IT services, acting as the division's expert in the IT field. The position will also develop programs and manage the implementation of programs for operational computer and data needs for the division, while advising the Product Manager and Deputy Director of issues and the status of projects. Additionally, this position will manage the procurement of division hardware, software, and professional services in collaboration with the DCFS Division of Budget and Finance. This position provides a great opportunity for a motivated individual who is focused on ensuring that the division receives IT services to facilitate mission focused activities in the most efficient, effective manner possible. DCFS offers a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits, and a pension program. The ideal candidate for this position will have excellent IT capabilities, effective communication skills, and strong leadership skills. We invite you to join our innovative team to help make a positive difference in the lives of the children and families of Illinois. Essential Functions Serves as Agency Technology Service Request Manager for the division Develops programs and manages the implementation of programs for operational computer and data needs for the division Manages the procurement of division hardware, software, and professional services in collaboration with the DCFS Division of Budget and Finance Coordinates service response from DoIT and external vendors Coordinates and monitors the implementation of systems and data integrations 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 years of college. Requires three years of progressively responsible professional experience in the fields of management information system, data processing, or telecommunications. Preferred Qualifications 3 years of professional experience providing technical advisory functions in the information technology area of a public or business organization. 3 years of professional experience conducting program planning activities in the information technology area of a public or business organization. 3 years of professional experience managing the procurement of IT hardware, software, and/or professional services in a public or business organization. 3 years of professional experience in the development of strategies for the improvement of program services in a public or business organization. 3 years of professional experience serving in a liaison capacity for a public or business organization. Conditions of Employment Requires the ability to pass a background check. Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate. Requires appropriate valid driver's license. 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 DCFS is deeply committed to the welfare and protection of children. Our goal is to protect children by strengthening and supporting families. In every effort, from receiving hotline calls to reaching family reunification or foster care and adoption, children and families are our focus. Work Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm Work Location: 1911 S Indiana Ave, Chicago, Illinois, 60616 Agency Contact: Lily Koehl Email: [email removed] Posting Group: Leadership & Management PUC #: 90704455 This position DOES NOT contain Specialized Skills (as that term is used in CBAs). APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Use the Apply button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process. If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. Non-State employees should log in on the using the View Profile link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account. If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources: State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com click Application Procedures in the footer of every page of the website. The 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: [email removed] [email removed] Employment Type: Full Time

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