Vision & Hearing Program Manager; Public Service Administrator

Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Public Health is seeking a highly motivated individual to assist with planning, developing, coordinating and participating in the statewide vision and hearing screening conservation services program and the Hearing Instrument Consumer Protection Program for children and adults; plans, develops and supervises a program that reviews applications for certifying hearing instrument dispensers and issuing licenses; manages financial activities of the Hearing Instrument Consumer Protection Program;

assigns, coordinates and supervises activities of the vision and hearing field staff; evaluates the Section’s vision and hearing training programs; assists in the evaluation of the Department’s program of vision and hearing services, research, public information/outreach and education services; and coordinates interagency conservation training activities. Serves as working supervisor. Hybrid remote workplan available per agency policy and operational need.

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.

• 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
• Plans, develops, coordinates, and participates in the statewide program of vision and hearing screening
• Serves as working supervisor
• Assists with planning, developing, coordinating and evaluating the mandated Hearing Instrument Consumer Protection Program
• Maintains records and reports relative to all segments of the statewide vision and hearing screening and training program
• Develops and submits policy statements relative to the function of the Vision and Hearing Screening Program
• Prepares vision and hearing screening budget, with input and assistance from fiscal staff, manages financial activities of the Hearing Instrument Consumer Protection Program, recommends budget allocation to separate vision and hearing screening efforts and the Hearing Instrument Consumer Protection Program, manages expenditures of allocated program funds
• Performs other duties as required or assigned that are reasonable within the scope of the duties enumerated above

• Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college
• Requires prior experience equivalent to three (3) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in the fields of health and human services

• Master’s Degree in the field of Audiology, Speech Pathology, Optometry, or Nursing
• Three (3) years of administrative experience in public health, human services, audiology, optometry or nursing
• Three (3) years of experience in the areas of diagnostic audiology, deafness/hearing impairment, optometry, or vision impairment
• Three (3) years of experience in fields of statewide…