Job Description

Job Requisition ID: 51375

Division/Section/Unit: Office of the Secretary

HR Tracking #: 37546

Position Title: Senior Public Service Administrator- Public Information Officer

 I Closing Date: 11/21/2025
​Agency:  Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
Class Title:  SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTR - 40070 
Skill Option:  General Administration/Business Marketing/Labor/Personnel 
Bilingual Option:  None
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $110,000-$120,000
Job Type: Salaried
Category:  Full Time 
County: Cook; Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:  None
Merit Comp Code:  Exempt under Section 4d of the Personnel Code, Gubernatorial (Management Bill)

****A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****

Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV), a copy of your transcripts or diploma for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licensures to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. Please note that the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.

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.

Essential Functions:

• Serves as Policy Advisor to the Secretary.
• Serves as Community Relations Advisor, traveling and speaking on behalf of the Secretary and the Department to communicate the Department’s position on all state-wide policies and related matters. 
• Plans, organizes, executes, controls and evaluates the Department’s statewide public affairs and community outreach programs including, but not necessarily limited to, Financial Literacy and Mortgage Awareness.
• Reviews legislation to determine the need for new policies.
• Conducts research, gathering information from a variety of sources, including Illinois and neighboring states, on a variety of programs in order to analyze the delivery of services and to integrate best business practices into the Department’s program areas and for use by the Secretary, Directors and other Department personnel.

Employment Conditions

• The ability to travel: Must be able to travel for work-related assignments as needed.
• Overtime: Must be available to work evenings and weekends when required.
• Honesty and integrity: Must uphold high ethical standards and maintain confidentiality.

Revolving Door Statement:

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.

Statement of 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.

Work Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30a.m.-5:00p.m.
Work Location: 320 W Washington St, Springfield, Illinois, 62767
Agency Contact: Denysha.Crawford@Illinois.gov
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.

Statement of 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.

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:

• donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
• systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com

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