Employment

Sangamon County is seeking interested and qualified applicants for the position of Program Director. 

The CASA Program Director oversees and manages the CASA Volunteer Advocacy Program.  The principal duties of the position include supervising and evaluation of the CASA Advocate Supervisor staff; and overseeing recruitment and training of CASA volunteers; establish relationships with community partners: prepare and submit writing of grant applications; prepare necessary reports and statistics required by the various funding sources and meets program standards of Illinois and National CASA.

Bachelor’s degree in a related field with at least 5 years of experience in social services, child welfare or criminal justice. 

Candidate will demonstrate strong skills in staff supervision, volunteer management, program planning and child advocacy.  Knowledge and understanding of the issues and dynamics regarding families in crisis relating to child abuse and neglect.  Knowledge of the juvenile court process. 

Work Hours:                         Monday-Friday, 8:30a.m.-4:30p.m., FLSA exempt, 37.5 hours per week (evening/weekend meetings required on occasion)

Salary & Benefits:  Annual salary will be commensurate with experience.  2 weeks paid vacation, 3 paid personal days, 12 paid sick leave days, and 13 paid holidays per year.  Individual and Family health, dental and life insurance options and retirement.

Individuals meeting the qualifications listed below should visit our website at http://co.sangamon.il.us/departments/d-l/human-resources/apply-for-a-job for an application.

Submit Resume and Application To:  Denise Johnson

                                                                1101 East Monroe Street

    Springfield, IL 62703

       Or email to:  denise.johnson@sangamonil.gov

Resume Deadline:  November 11, 2024 by 4:30p.m.

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