Overview
DEPUTY Director OF Diversity AND Inclusion; SPSA, Opt Jobs in Chicago, USA at State of Illinois
Position: DEPUTY DIRECTOR OF DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION (SPSA, Opt. 1)
Job
Requisition
Opening Date: 05/15/2026
Closing Date: 06/12/2026
Agency:
Department of Central Management Services
Class
Title:
SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMIN (40070)
Skill Option:
General Administration/Business Marketing/Labor/Personnel
Bilingual Option:
None
Salary: $135,000-$147,000/annually
Job Type: Salaried
Category:
Full Time
County:
Cook
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 POSITION
* Posting # 56200
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.
As a State of Illinois employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package including:
* Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
* Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position).
* 10
-25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment).
* 12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year.
* 3 paid personal business days per year.
* 13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years.
* 12 weeks of paid parental leave.
* 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).
* Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility.
For more information regarding State of Illinois Benefits follow this link: https://www
2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx
POSITION SUMMARY
Central Management Services (CMS) is seeking a visionary and data-driven senior leader with a proven track record of architecting and executing comprehensive, statewide diversity and inclusion strategies that transform workforce representation, drive retention through inclusive practices, and reimagine accessibility for all people of Illinois regardless of their level of proficiency in the English language. As Deputy Director of D&I, this fiscal and policy-formulating authority aligns multi-million dollar budgetary priorities with empirical outcome metrics to drive operational excellence.
A trusted liaison to the state agencies, community partners, the Governor’s Office of New Americans, and the Governor’s Office of Equity, they masterfully oversee statutory employment plans and spearhead legislative compliance. Serving as the official agency spokesperson on diversity and inclusion matters, this leader bridges the gap between state government, community advocacy groups, and the public to eliminate under utilization and foster equitable workforce success.
POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
* Subject to management approval, serves as Deputy Director of Diversity and Inclusion (D&I).
* Oversees the ongoing support for the planning, developing, executing, and assessing the Hispanic Employment Plan (HEP), Asian American Employment Plan (AsAmEP), Native American Employment Plan (NAEP), and the African American Employment Plan (AfAmEP), as well as other statewide initiatives, largely through direction of the corresponding Statewide Managers for Diversity and Inclusion.
* Directs, plans, develops, and executes CMS D&I’s responsibilities related to the Illinois Language Equity and Access Act (LEAA), Public Act 103-0723, and Bilingual Needs/Bilingual Pay Report.
* Serves as official agency spokesperson for D&I and programs to the public, media, various minority advocacy groups, educational institutions, and agencies, boards, and commissions.
* Serves as full-line supervisor.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
* Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college with courses in public or business administration, public relations, human resources, communications, or related field.
* Requires four years of progressively responsible administrative experience in public or private organization, preferably developing and directing programs in support of diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging workforce initiatives.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
* Prefers five (5) years of experience supervising professional staff.
* Prefers three (3) years of experience working with executive/c-level leadership in either a public or private…
Title: DEPUTY Director OF Diversity AND Inclusion; SPSA, Opt
Company: State of Illinois
Location: Chicago, USA
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