Job Description

Job Requisition ID: 55967 
Agency: Department of Public Health

Office: Health Promotion

Division: Medical Cannabis

Posting ID: 31-26-0136/ 55967
Posted: 05/19/2026 - 06/03/2026

Class Title:  PUBLIC HEALTH PROGRAM SPEC II (36612) 
Skill Option:  None  
Bilingual Option:  None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary (Effective 7/1/26) $5,572/month; Full Range $5,572-$7,898 /month
Job Type: Salaried
Category:  Full Time  
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:  RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME
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.

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 serve as a team leader to staff performing complex technical functions within the Medical Cannabis Program. Determines eligibility of medical cannabis registry applications and completes final processing of applications including approval of the application and registry card printing. Recommends data field requirements needed in building and maintaining of Medical Cannabis Patient Database system (and its successors) analytic custom reports to suit the needs for ongoing data reports/requests. Generates daily, weekly, and bi-weekly reports in the Medical Cannabis systems. Monitors the Medical Cannabis data systems.

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

• Serves as a team leader to staff performing complex technical functions within the Medical Cannabis Program.
• Determines eligibility of medical cannabis registry applications and completes the final processing of applications including approval of the application and registry card printing.
• Recommends data field requirements needed in the building and maintaining of Medical Cannabis Patient Database system (and its successors) analytic custom reports to suit the needs for ongoing data reports/requests. Maintains Medical Cannabis Patient Database system (and its successors) with the ability to manage user account and permissions as well as create and modify workflow definitions and requirements.
• Generates daily, weekly, and bi-weekly reports in the Medical Cannabis systems such as newly approved qualifying patients and caregivers for reporting to the legislature, the governor’s office, and other partners as needed.
• Monitors the Medical Cannabis data systems (Medical Cannabis Patient Database and its successors).
• Assist in planning and conducting trainings on Medical Cannabis Patient Databases.
• 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 of college with courses in health education, physical and biological science. 
• Requires two (2) years professional experience in a health education or investigation program in the public or private sector.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1) year experience with application processing specific to medical cannabis patient cards.
• Two (2) years of experience with providing technical guidance in a state or large business program.
• Two (2) years of experience with data analysis, using information form a large healthcare database system.
• Two (2) years of experience with data analysis, using information form a large healthcare database system.
• One (1) year experience in testing healthcare database systems.
• One (1) year experience in communicating and collaborating with other state agencies, such as the Department of Financial and Professional Regulations or the State Police.

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 $1.8 Billion in state and federal funds, 6 regional offices, 3 laboratories and over 1,400 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-5:00pm
Headquarter Location: 535 W Jefferson St, Springfield, Illinois, 62702
Work County: Sangamon
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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