Child Welfare Staff Development Coordinator IV
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 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.
Job Requisition ID: 48492
Closing Date: 07/29/2025
?Agency: Department of Children and Family Services
Position Title: Child Welfare Staff Development Coordinator IV
Class Title: CHILD WELFA STAFF DEVEL COORD IV - 07204
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: $ 7,345/month (Full Salary Range $7,345 - $ 10,734/month)Anticipated Starting Salary
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062
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.
It is highly recommended that you upload college transcripts and resume.
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.
Job Responsibilities
- Serves as Learning and Professional Development Trainer for Central Region.
- Initiates and makes recommendations for staff development and training policies, regulations, and procedures.
- On a statewide level, plans, prepares, and coordinates staff conferences, seminars etc.
- Coordinates, coaches, and supports assigned statewide central office and regional staff in the technical and professional aspects of their job performance for the purpose of staff development and remediation.
- Attends and provides input into work groups concerning policy, procedures, curriculum, and special projects.
- Analyzes data on the performance of Department training programs and initiatives and prepares qualitative reports.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires completion of a bachelor's degree in social work, a related human services field, criminal justice, criminal justice administration, or law enforcement.
- Requires three years of professional experience conducting training presentations in a business, government, or adult learning setting, or a related environment.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires ability to pass a background check and self disclosure of criminal history
- Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, including overnight travel
- Requires possession of an appropriate, valid driver's license
- Requires ability to lift up to 25 lbs.
- The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description
Work Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30AM - 5:00PM
Work Location: 607 E Adams St Springfield, IL 62701-1634
Supervisor: Sheffeia Zollicoffer
Agency Contact: Anna DiPiazza
Email: anna.di-piazza@illinois.gov
Phone #: 312-814-1222
Posting Group: Social Services
This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).
