Job Description

Job Requisition ID: 48106 
Closing Date: 07/11/2025
​Agency:  Department of Public Health
Class Title: PUBLIC HEALTH PROGRAM SPEC III - 36613 
Skill Option:  None 

Office:  Disease Control

Division:  Infectious Diseases

Posting ID: 81-25-0149 / 48106

Posted: 6/26/25 - 7/11/25

Bilingual Option:  None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary (Effective 7/1/25) $6,242 a month; Full Range $6,242 - $9,021 a month
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:  RC062
Merit Comp Code:  

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

Posting Identification Number:

81-25-0149 / 48106

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

The Illinois Department of Public Health is seeking a highly motivated individual to perform the duties of Public Health Program Specialist 3. This position is responsible for site and user enrollment and access, help desk functions, fulfilling user and partner requests, developing and deliver training materials and sessions for users of the IIS, recommending and implementing IIS revisions, promoting use of the IIS, functioning as a working supervisor, and collaborates with other staff and stakeholders.

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

These are just a few of the many perks available to all State employees. For more information about our benefits please follow this link: 

Essential Functions

• Under general direction of the Immunization Information System (IIS) Administrator, provides primary direction in the centralized operation of the IIS.
• Provide consultation and training to IIS users to assure that features and functions are understood and utilized to address their needs and to ensure that reporting procedures are consistent with CDC requirements, and other state and national guidelines and requirements.
• Assist publicly funded vaccine and assessment teams by suggesting and executing regular revisions and updates to the IIS, aimed at improving vaccine program operations, coverage initiatives, and epidemiological functions.
• Serves as a working supervisor.
• Conducts and organizes promotional and educational activities for local health departments, hospitals, schools, daycare centers, colleges, universities, health insurers, and other healthcare institutions to provide information about IIS-related initiatives.
• Coordinates with programmatic and technical IIS staff, Immunization Section personnel, other IDPH and State of Illinois staff, and various partners to ensure the seamless operation of the IIS.
• 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 college with courses in health education, physical and biological sciences.
• Requires three (3) years professional experience in a health education or investigation program in the public or private sector.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in Public Health or a related discipline.
• Two (2) years of experience in managing immunization information systems or electronic health records.
• Two (2) years of experience in developing, presenting, and conducting training on complex topics for both technical and non-technical audiences.
• One (1) year of experience in data management and analysis, ideally within a public health or healthcare context.
• One (1) year of experience working with healthcare organizations and other relevant stakeholders.
• One (1) year of experience in supervising team members. 

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 $2 billion in state and federal funds, 6 regional offices, 3 laboratories and over 1,200 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
Work Location: 525 W Jefferson St, Springfield, Illinois, 62702-5056
Agency Contact: DPH.HRRecruiter@Illinois.gov
Posting Group: Health Services

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.  If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the  Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the  Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

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:

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