PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - BENEFITS MANAGER
State of Illinois
Springfield, IL · Posted October 29, 2026
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About the job
Job Requisition ID: 59886 Opening Date: 10/29/2026 Closing Date: 11/18/2026 Agency: Illinois State Police Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015 Skill Option: None Bilingual Option: None Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $9,000 -$11,000 Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time Number of Vacancies: 1 Bargaining Unit Code: None Merit Comp Code: Gubernatorial (Management Bill) Exclusion from RC063 Collective Bargaining Coverage Work Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: 1 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs Headquarter Location: 801 S 7th St, Springfield, Illinois, 62703 Work County: Sangamon Agency Contact: ISP.JobPostings@illinois.gov
This is a Non-Union Position (Merit Comp)
A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one.
Position Overview:
The Illinois State Police (ISP) Office of Human Resources is seeking a detail oriented and service focused individual to join our team. Under administrative direction, the Benefits Manager oversees all ISP employee benefit and timekeeping functions. The role directs and coordinates the ISP Workers’ Compensation Program, Group Insurance Program, Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Retirement Services, Secondary Employment, Deferred Compensation, and Timekeeping Programs through subordinate staff. The manager provides expert benefits and timekeeping guidance and serves as a full‑line supervisor, responsible for assigning work, reviewing performance, and ensuring program compliance and service excellence across all functional areas. ISP encourages all those who qualify to apply!
The Illinois State Police offers a robust benefit package including:
Health, life, vision, and dental insurance.
12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave.
Pension Plan
Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs.
Employees earn twelve (12) paid sick days annually.
Ten to twenty-five (10-25) paid vacation days based on years of service.
Employees earn three (3) paid personal days pro-rated based on start date.
Thirteen-Fourteen (13-14) paid state holidays annually.
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 and 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 and 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
Under administrative direction, serves as the Benefits and Sworn and Code Timekeeping Manager.
Through subordinates, executes, and provides direction for the ISP Workers' Compensation Program, Group Insurance Program, Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Retirement, Secondary Employment, Deferred Compensation, and Timekeeping Programs.
Provides Benefits and Timekeeping input to the ISP Medical Review Board (MRB) Chair.
Serves as a full line supervisor. Assigns and reviews work.
Performs other duties as required or assigned, which are reaasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college preferably with courses in business or public administration.
Requires prior experience equivalent to three (3) years progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization.
Ability to exercise judgement and discretion of developing and implementing and interpreting departmental policies and procedures.
Preferred Qualifications
Prefers at least five (5) years of experience managing Workers' Compensation Program.
Prefers at least five (5) years of experience managing Group Insurance Program
Prefers at least four (4) years of experience supervising clerical and support staff.
Prefers at least two (2) years of experience overseeing an (Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
Prefers at least four (4) years of experience managing Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) program.
Prefers at least four (4) years of experience managing Retirement/Disability Program.
Prefers at least two (2) years of public administration experience drafting policy and procedures.
Conditions Of Employment
Successfully pass a background check
Successfully pass a drug test.
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
About the Agency
The Illinois State Police strives for excellence seeking to be one of the premiere policing agencies in the country. Our core values are Integrity, Service, and Pride. We are seeking individuals with similar values to join us on our mission to promote public safety.
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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