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University of Illinois Springfield

Associate Director of Intake, DCFS Office of the Inspector General

University of Illinois Springfield, Springfield, Illinois, us, 62777


Associate Director of Intake, DCFS Office of the Inspector General

Posting Category:

E

About UIS:

Located in the state capital, the University of Illinois Springfield is one of three members of the University of Illinois system. The University serves more than 4,000 students in 44 graduate and 56 undergraduate programs. You are encouraged to visit the university web page at

http://www.uis.edu .

Application deadline:

10/16/2024

Minimum starting salary:

$68,200 annually

Summary:The primary purpose of this position is to manage, coordinate and evaluate requests for investigation that may implicate misconduct of Department or private agency staff. Requires assessment of primary investigative documents and subject and collateral interviews. Conducts research of applicable laws, rules, procedures, and general child welfare practices. As a member of the University and DCFS Office of the Inspector General, evaluates requests for investigation to determine if OIG investigation criteria are met and assists in conducting confidential and sensitive investigations of child deaths/serious injuries and allegations of misconduct or violations of rules, procedures, or laws by DCFS employees, foster parents, service providers, and contractors. May conduct and coordinate the assignment of full investigations. This position will be located at the DCFS Office of Inspector General in Chicago, Illinois.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Develop and manage a system for evaluating requests for investigation.

Conduct confidential and sensitive investigations of child deaths/serious injuries and allegations of misconduct or violations of rules, procedures, or laws by DCFS employees, foster parents, service providers, and contractors.

Conduct academic evidence-based research and policy analysis of child welfare-related topics to support OIG investigations.

Supervise OIG investigators in conducting confidential and sensitive investigations.

Perform other related work as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:(1) Master’s degree in a social/behavioral science or related profession (e.g., social work, public administration, counseling, sociology, or psychology).(2) Three (3) years of experience in the area of child welfare, human services, or related field.

Physical Demands:

Standing: Frequently

Sitting: Frequently

Feeling: Frequently

Talking: Frequently

Hearing: Frequently

Repetitive Motions: Frequently

Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently

Taste/Smell: Frequently

Performing Manual Tasks: Frequently

Travel Requirements:5% Regular travel not expected but may occur occasionally around previously scheduled events.

Employment Policies and Other Information:

UIS is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer with a strong institutional commitment to recruitment and retention of a diverse and inclusive campus community. Women, minorities, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

As a qualifying federal contractor, the University of Illinois System uses E-Verify to verify employment eligibility.

The University of Illinois may conduct background checks on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer of employment. Background checks will be performed in compliance with state and federal law.

The University of Illinois System requires candidates selected for hire to disclose any documented finding of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment and to authorize inquiries to current or former employers regarding findings of sexual misconduct or sexual harassment. For more information, visit the Policy on Consideration of Sexual Misconduct in Prior Employment.

UIS employment in this role is not covered by Social Security, and instead is covered by the State University Retirement System.

You will not pay Social Security taxes and your earnings will not be on your Social Security Record. (Your record will, however, show your Medicare wages.)

Your pension from the State Universities Retirement System may affect the amount of your Social Security benefit and Social Security benefit as a spouse.

Applicants with disabilities are encouraged to apply and may request a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (2008) to complete the application and/or interview process. Requests may be submitted by contacting UIS HR at

hremployment@uis.edu

or call 217-206-6652.

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