Division Chief - Core Data (Senior Public Service Administrator, Opt.6)

Illinoiscomptroller; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 121,000 - 144,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and hybrid work schedules

Health and retirement benefits

Pension plan

Deferred compensation

Paid vacation

Paid sick days

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Illinois Department of Public Health seeks a Division Chief - Core Data (Senior Public Service Administrator) to lead the Core Data division, overseeing foundational datasets and systems. You will coordinate data flows with epidemiology, informatics, IT, and external partners.

The role requires four years of college and four years of senior administrative experience in data governance, data management, or policy. Travel may be required; generous benefits apply.

Qualifications

• Requires completion of four years of college.
• Requires four years of progressively responsible administrative experience in data governance, data management, compliance, privacy or information policy.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership as lead SME for core public health data.
• Supervise staff, manage workload, and oversee performance.
• Plan and organize the division's budget and grant programs; coordinate legislative initiatives.
• Serve as full line supervisor for the Division of Core Data.

Skills

Data governance

Data management

Leadership

Policy understanding

Education

Four-year college degree

Job description

Division Chief - Core Data (Senior Public Service Administrator, Opt.6)

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:58311
Opening Date: 08/31/2026
Closing Date: 09/15/2026
Agency: Department of Public Health
Class Title:SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMIN (40070)
Skill Option:Health and Human Services
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $10,870/month; Full Range $10,870-$12,870 /month
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:None
Merit Comp Code:Term Appointment/ Agency

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.

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.

Position Overview

Office:Transformation
Bureau:Data and Informatics
Division: Core Data

Under the direction of the Data and Informatics Bureau Chief, provides strategic and operational leadership as the department's lead subject matter expert for core public health data, overseeing foundational datasets and systems. Serves as the primary operational liaison among epidemiology, informatics, IT, program areas, and external partners to coordinate data flows, resolve issues, and support routine and emergent public health activities. Leads the Division of Core Data by performing a full range of administrative and managerial functions, including staff supervision, workload prioritization, and performance management. Manages and evaluates the Division's grant programs; plans and organizes the Division's budget and provides fiscal recommendations; and coordinates the Division's legislative initiatives. Serves as the full line supervisor for the Division of Core Data.

Benefits Statement

As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

• Flexible and hybrid work schedules are available in many program areas (when available and dependent upon position)
• Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
• Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
• Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
• 10-25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
• 12 paid sick days annually which carryover year to year
• 3 paid personal business days per calendar year (pro-rated dependent on start date)
• 13-14 paid holidays per year
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources
• Under the direction of the Data and Informatics Bureau Chief, serves as the department’s lead subject matter expert for core public health data, providing strategic and operational leadership over foundational datasets and systems.
• Performs a full range of highly responsible administrative and managerial functions as head of the Division of Core Data, including staff supervision, workload prioritization, and performance management.
• Manages, directs, controls and evaluates the Division’s grant programs.
• Serves as full line supervisor.
• Coordinates the Division’s legislative program.
• Plans and organizes the division’s budget and makes appropriate fiscal recommendations.
• 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.
• Requires prior experience equivalent to four (4) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in data governance, data management, compliance, privacy or information policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three (3) years of demonstrated experience developing or implementing data governance frameworks, policies or standards.
• Three (3) years of experience planning and implementing health data architecture and metadata management, data catalogs
  and data classification frameworks.
• Working knowledge of data privacy, confidentiality and compliance requirements (e.g. HIPPA, state privacy laws).
• Two (2) years of experience serving as a supervisor.
• Strong facilitation and negotiation skills to support data councils, stewardship models and governance decision making.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties.
• Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license.
• Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
• This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.

*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 Department of Public Health (IDPH) is tasked with the oversight of communities within Illinois to achieve and maintain optimal health and safety. With an annual budget of over $1.8 Billion in state and federal funds, 6 regional offices, 3 laboratories and over 1,400 employees, IDPH is equipped to fulfill its mission of protecting the health and wellness of the people of Illinois through the prevention, health promotion, regulation and control of disease and injury.

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm
Headquarter Location: 115 S Lasalle St, Chicago, Illinois, 60603
Work County: Cook
Agency Contact: [e-mail]
Posting Group: Leadership & Management

Revolving Door:
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (“OEIG”) or may be subject to a fine.

Term Appointment:
Candidates hired into a term position shall be appointed for a term of 4 years and are subject to a probationary period. The term may be renewed for successive four-year terms at the Director of the Department of Public Health’s discretion.

Economic Interest:
This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will
be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.

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