Assistant Deputy Director for Program Implementation

State of Illinois; Illinois; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Illinois is seeking an Assistant Deputy Director for Program Implementation to lead complex technology and data modernization projects affecting healthcare delivery for millions of Illinois residents. You will manage end-to-end project lifecycles, coordinating with external vendors and agency staff to drive continuous improvement and ensure successful implementations.

The role demands a blend of strategic vision and operational discipline, with deep expertise in project management

Qualifications

• Four years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization.
• Five years of project management experience managing complex, multi-year technology implementations in government or regulated environments.
• Five years developing and executing detailed project plans.
• Five years managing complex vendor relationships and contracts.
• Three years of change management and stakeholder engagement experience.
• Experience leading cross-functional technical and business teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the complete lifecycle of system implementations—from concept through execution to continuous improvement.
• Supervise external vendors and agency staff involved in the projects.
• Collaborate with leadership to ensure projects align with policy goals and deliver measurable outcomes.

Skills

Project management

Vendor management

Stakeholder engagement

Cross-functional leadership

Change management

Team leadership

Strategic planning

Job description

The Department of Healthcare and Family Services seeks an Assistant Deputy Director for Program Implementation to oversee complex technology and data modernization projects that impact healthcare delivery for millions of Illinois residents. This role manages the complete lifecycle of system implementations—from concept through execution to continuous improvement—and supervises external vendors and agency staff. The ideal candidate combines strategic vision with operational discipline and deep expertise in project management best practices.

Key qualifications:

• Four years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization
• Five years of project management experience managing complex, multi-year technology implementations in government or regulated environments
• Five years developing and executing detailed project plans
• Five years managing complex vendor relationships and contracts
• Three years of change management and stakeholder engagement experience
• Experience leading cross-functional technical and business teams