Administrator Jobs in Chicago, IL

An Administrator in the social service industry is responsible for managing the daily operations of a social service entity, such as a nursing home, a social welfare agency, a community center, or a non-profit organization. They oversee the strategic planning, budgeting, and staffing, ensuring the services provided meet the community's needs and comply with government regulations. They also play a crucial role in creating and implementing policies, resolving conflicts, improving efficiency, and ensuring the satisfaction of both staff and service recipients.

An Administrator should possess strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. They should also have a sound understanding of social services, their regulations, and their impact on communities. Additionally, they must possess a strong acumen for business and management principles. Relevant bachelor's or master's degrees, as well as certain certifications, such as the Certified Social Work Case Manager (C-SWCM) or the Certified Advanced Social Work Case Manager (C-ASWCM), can be beneficial. Before becoming an Administrator, a person may have roles such as a Social Worker, Social Services Director, or Program Manager.

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Illinois Department of Children and Family Services

Area Administrator

Opt. 6 (Area Administrator Permanency) - Cook North Skill Option: Health and Human Services Bilingual Option: None Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $9,174 - $11,174/Month Job Type: Salaried Category...

services field (child, family, and community services, early childhood development, guidance and counseling, home economics-child and family services, human service administration, human services marriage...

Front Office Coordinator - Chicago (Merchandise Mart), IL

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

Position Overview Greater Purpose and Core Values: Athletico's Greater Purpose is to empower people, inspire hope and transform lives. We accomplish this by providing exceptional, progressive, and...

Front Office Coordinator - Tinley Park, IL

  • Tinley Park, IL (24 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tinley Park, IL (24 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Position Overview: Schedule: Monday - Friday. (Must have availability to work 10-6 pm, 2-3 days per week) Greater Purpose and Core Values: Athleticos Greater Purpose is to empower people, inspire...

Benefits Specialist

  • Oak Brook, IL (15 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (15 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 1 day ago

ND Paper, a leading paper product manufacturer in the US with approx. $1 billion annual sales, is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Nine Dragons Paper (Holdings) Limited, the largest containerboard...

Front Office Coordinator - Skokie (North), IL

  • Skokie, IL (9 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Skokie, IL (9 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Position Overview Greater Purpose and Core Values: Athleticos Greater Purpose is to empower people, inspire hope and transform lives. We accomplish this by providing exceptional, progressive, and...

Development Database Administrator

  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago

MORE ABOUT US: Metropolitan is Illinois' first comprehensive human services agency and reaches more than 122,970 individuals and families in Chicago, Evanston/Skokie, the southwest suburbs, and DuPage...

Benefits Specialist

  • Orland Park, IL (21 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Orland Park, IL (21 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Globe Life's Radu Group is looking to fill an opening for Benefits Specialist. The company is growing and continues their expansion into new territories. Looking for an immediate hire for Benefits...

Benefits Specialist

  • Northbrook, IL (17 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Northbrook, IL (17 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 5 days ago

Benefits Specialist Location (city, state): Northbrook, IL (Hybrid) Industry: Professional Employer Organization (PEO) Pay: $25-$30/hour (based on experience) Benefits: This position is eligible...

Administrative Supervisor - Excluded

  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education, Training, and Experience Four (4) years of clerical and administrative work experience, of which one (1) year is in a supervisory role related to the...

Business Office Coordinator

  • Oak Brook, IL (15 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (15 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 5 days ago

To perform varied secretarial and clerical duties and minor administrative work using independent judgment and action within established guidelines. Major Responsibilities: Performance of...

Payroll & Benefits Specialist (US and Canada)

  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 5 days ago

at Natus Medical in Schaumburg, Illinois, United States Job Description Natus Sensory, Inc. is Hiring! POSITION: Payroll and Benefits Specialist ABOUT THE COMPANY: Natus Sensory provides...

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Executive Office Coordinator

  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago

at Apex Systems in CHICAGO, Illinois, United States Job Description Job#: 2083121 Job Description: EEO Employer Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow...

Senior Benefits Specialist

  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago

Senior Benefits Specialist Company: The Boeing Company The Boeing Company is looking for a Senior Benefits Specialist to join our team in Chicago, IL; Charleston, SC; Mesa, AZ; or Seattle, WA....

Front Office Coordinator - Glenview (Central), IL

  • Glenview, IL (14 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Glenview, IL (14 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Position Overview Greater Purpose and Core Values: Athleticos Greater Purpose is to empower people, inspire hope and transform lives. We accomplish this by providing exceptional, progressive, and...

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Salary for Administrator Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Highest Education Level

Administrators in Chicago, IL offer the following education background
Master's Degree
45.6%
Bachelor's Degree
36.8%
Doctorate Degree
6.1%
Associate's Degree
5.2%
High School or GED
3.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.6%
Some College
0.6%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Administrators in Chicago, IL
4-6 years
26.1%
2-4 years
18.4%
6-8 years
18.0%
1-2 years
17.4%
Less than 1 year
12.3%
8-10 years
5.9%
10+ years
1.8%