BUREAU CHIEF - SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR

Illinoiscomptroller; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Pension plan

Deferred compensation

Paid vacation & sick leave

Job summary

Illinois State Police in Illinois is seeking a detail‑oriented Senior Public Service Administrator, Bureau Chief for Vehicle Services to lead fleet operations, LEMRE, and lighting resources. You will formulate policies, plan long‑term goals, supervise staff, and manage budgets to support officer and public safety needs.

The role requires four years of administrative experience and a college degree, with preferred supervisory and budgeting expertise.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college, preferably with courses in business or public administration.
• Requires four years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization.
• Preferred: four years supervisory experience and three years in budgeting, plus experience with data analysis and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Formulates and implements policies for Fleet Operations, LEMRE, and lighting resources.
• Develops short and long-range plans and sets goals aligned with the department’s mission.
• Serves as full line supervisor and directs personnel and fiscal operations.
• Consults with administrators and external entities to meet fleet procurement needs.
• Coordinates with internal teams to resolve administrative and operational issues.
• Monitors work requests and projects for efficiency and alignment with priorities.
• Performs other duties as required within scope.

Skills

Administrative experience

Public administration

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in business/public administration

Tools

Microsoft Access

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

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BUREAU CHIEF - SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents → Additional Documents section for each application.

Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at [e-mail] or call [phone] for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.

Sponsorship for Employment

The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Disclosure of Salary Information

In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history. To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials.

Job Requisition ID:58614
Opening Date: 09/14/2026
Closing Date: 09/29/2026
Agency: Illinois State Police
Class Title:SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMIN (40070)
Skill Option:General Administration/Business Marketing/Labor/Personnel
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $10,000 - $12,000 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:None
Merit Comp Code:Term Appointment/ Agency
Work Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: Not available, fully in office
Headquarter Location: 801 S 7th St, Springfield, Illinois, 62703
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact: [e-mail]

This is a MERIT COMP position (Non-Union)

A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one.

Position Overview:

The Illinois State Police (ISP) Division of Statewide 9-1-1 is seeking a detail‑oriented and service‑focused Senior Public Service Administrator, Bureau Chief for Vehicle Services Bureau to join our team. This position oversees the development and implementation of policies and procedures for all aspects of ISP Fleet Operations, Law Enforcement Mobile Recording Equipment (LEMRE), and vehicle lighting resources. Formulates short ‑ and long ‑ range plans, sets program goals aligned with the Department’s mission and Strategic Plan, and serves as full line supervisor. Directs personnel and fiscal operations to ensure communications and equipment requests support long ‑ term objectives and meet officer and public safety needs. Collaborates with administrators, departmental managers, and external partners to fulfill fleet procurement and law enforcement equipment requirements and resolve operational issues. Evaluates and monitors work requests and ongoing projects to ensure efficiency and alignment with program priorities. ISP encourages all those who qualify to apply!

The Illinois State Police offers a robust benefit package including:

• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance.
• 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave.
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs.
• Employees earn twelve (12) paid sick days annually.
• Ten to twenty-five (10-25) paid vacation days based on years of service.
• Employees earn three (3) paid personal days pro-rated based on start date.
• Thirteen-Fourteen (13-14) paid state holidays annually.

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 with 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.

Essential Functions

• Subject to management approval, formulates and implements policies and procedures in managing all aspects of the Fleet Operations Program, Law Enforcement Mobile Recording Equipment (LEMRE), and lighting equipment resources for the ISP.
• Formulates and develops short and long-range plans for subordinates and sets overall goals and objectives which are consistent with the Department’s mission and Strategic Plan.
• Serves as full line supervisor.
• Plans, directs, and manages the bureau’s personnel and fiscal operations to ensure all communications requests are justified in terms of integration with long range goals and in meeting the needs of officer and public safety.
• Consults with administrators, departmental managers, and outside entities to ensure Fleet Procurement Plan and related law enforcement vehicle equipment needs are met and resolve administrative and operational problems.
• Controls, analyzes, and evaluates work requests and ongoing projects.
• 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 (4) years of college, preferably with courses in business or public administration.
• Requires prior experience equivalent to four (4) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers at least four (4) years of progressive supervisory experience in a private or public sector environment.
• Prefers at least three (3) years of experience in fiscal management and budgeting.
• Prefers at least three (3) years of experience formulating goals and objectives for a large statewide program or department in a public or private sector environment.
• Prefers at least three (3) years of experience developing and utilizing various databases (Access), spreadsheets (Excel), and word processing (Word) for data analysis and reporting.
• Prefers at least three (3) years of experience serving as a coordinator over a large statewide program in a public or private sector environment.
• Prefers at least two (2) years of experience reviewing, developing, implementing, interpreting, and/or evaluating new and revised methods, procedures, policy and/or performance standards.
• Prefers at least two (2) years of experience managing a large fleet.
• Prefers at least two (2) years of experience working with personnel matters in the private or public sector.
• Prefers at least two (2) years of experience establishing goals and objectives for subordinate personnel.
• Prefers at least two (2) years of experience with disciplinary and/or grievance procedures.

Employment Conditions

• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate. Requires appropriate, valid driver's license.
• Requires the ability to pass an Illinois State Police background check and drug screening.
• Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime. This may require the ability to work evenings and weekends.
• 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

The Illinois State Police strives for excellence seeking to be one of the premiere policing agencies in the country. Our core values are Integrity, Service, and Pride. We are seeking individuals with similar values to join us on our mission to promote public safety.

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: