Front Range Community College
Title: Bursar
Position Type: Administrator Full Time
College: Front Range Community College
Division: Finance and Administration
Department: FRCC Fiscal Services
Campus: Westminster Campus
Location: Westminster
Salary Range: $88,662 - $93,095 annually
Who We Are:
With three campuses along Colorado’s Front Range, FRCC is the state’s largest community college. We enroll close to 28,000 students annually from our diverse service area, which offers a variety of cultural and recreational activities.
Each year approximately 5,000 FRCC students transfer to four-year universities and FRCC offers more than 36 career training programs that prepare students for immediate employment and rewarding careers. Last year, more than 5,000 high school students took concurrent enrollment classes with us, earning college credit without having to pay college tuition. And we were recently ranked as one of the “Top Online Colleges” in the country by Newsweek.
One of FRCC’s main goals is to offer educational excellence for everyone. The college’s strong commitment to student success means we start by creating an inclusive and equitable environment—one where both students and employees feel they belong and are supported. FRCC’s focus on diversity, equity and inclusion is woven into the fabric of our college conversations and decision-making processes. We are actively seeking to hire a workforce that reflects the diversity of our student body.
The college is also an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution. For us, becoming an HSI is an intentional commitment to being a college where our Latinx (and other historically marginalized) students thrive.
FRCC employees and leaders work hard to create a culture of collaboration, innovation and pride. We’re looking to hire people who share these values—along with our commitment to student success, equity and excellence.
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Controller, the Bursar manages operations of the College’s Bursar unit and is responsible for accounts receivable, cashier and banking services functions; including student finance accounts, third party billing, collections, and customer service; performs a variety of technical accounting duties and direct supervision of professional accounting and technical staff.
The ideal candidate will be a strategic-minded leader, who possesses outstanding planning and accounting skills and experience in managing student financial operations to support the goals of the College while supporting the College mission, vision and values.
This position offers remote work flexibility but does require a strong on-campus presence and regular travel to all three FRCC campuses.
Please note: You need to be a Colorado resident on your first day of employment. Also, Front Range Community College is an E-Verify employer.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Strategic Management
Develop, implement and continuously refine a student-centered receivables and payment strategy that supports student success, enrollment retention, and institutional financial health.
Evaluate the impact of billing, collections, refund, and payment policies on student access, persistence, and completion, and recommend policy enhancements.
Lead college and systemwide initiatives to streamline and improve billing, payment plan administration, refund processing, and student financial communications,
Partner with campus stakeholders to align bursar operations with enrollment and student success initiatives.
Analyze trends related to student account balances, delinquency rates, payment plan participation, registration holds, refunds, and collection activity to inform strategic decision-making and operational improvements.
Establish and monitor service standards, performance metrics, and response expectations to ensure high-quality, student-focused service delivery.
Champion business process automation, technology enhancements, and modernization efforts that improve operations, compliance, and student experience.
Identify, assess, and mitigate regulatory, financial, and operational risks associated with student accounts receivable, cash management, and bursar functions.
Represent the Bursar’s Office on institutional, systemwide, and cross-functional committees, providing subject matter expertise and contribute to strategic planning initiatives.
Foster culture of continuous improvement, innovation, accountability, and customer services excellence within bursar operations.
Leadership
Foster a student-centered, service-oriented culture that emphasizes professionalism, responsiveness, and positive student experiences.
Set clear service expectations and accountability measures
Hire, train and provide ongoing supervision, coaching, mentoring, and performance feedback to support employee development and departmental goals.
Develop a cross-trained team capable of effectively supporting multiple functions in the Bursar’s unit to enhance operational flexibility and improve customer service.
Ensure staff consistently apply institutional, system, state, and federal policies, procedures, and regulations related to student accounts and receivables.
Create and implement escalation and resolution protocols for complex student issues, ensuring timely, equitable, and student-focused outcomes.
Promote employee engagement, continuous learning, and professional development to strengthen college excellence
Accounting Controls
Develop, implement, and monitor internal controls governing cash handling, refunds, receipting, account adjustments, write-offs, and other student accounts transactions to ensure accuracy, compliance, and financial integrity.
Ensure appropriate segregation of duties across operations to mitigate risk and strengthen accountability
Manage compliance with payment card industry (PCI) standards and payment security requirements, ensuring the protection of sensitive information.
Establish and maintain fraud prevention, detection, and reporting processes to minimize financial risk and support regulatory compliance.
Create, maintain and regularly update documented procedures, workflows, and internal control practices to support consistent operations and knowledge transfer.
Manage sponsorship billing, invoicing and collection processes to ensure accurate account management, timely revenue collection, and compliance.
Accounting System Reconciliation
Manage the reconciliation of student accounts receivable, cash transactions, merchant services activity, refunds, and payment processors, and related financial systems to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Validate the integrity and accuracy of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system transaction, Interfaces, and data integrations between systems.
Monitor, investigate, and resolve reconciliation variances, discrepancies, and outstanding items in a timely manner to maintain financial accuracy.
Manage month-end balancing and reconciliation activities to ensure compliance with accounting standards, institutional policies, and reporting requirements.
Collaborate with Finance, Accounting and other stakeholders to address reconciliation issues and support effective financial operations.
Ensure the accuracy of financial reporting and maintain the integrity of general ledger transactions related to student accounts and receivables.
Monitor accounts receivable aging, allowance methodologies, and write-off calculations to support accurate reporting and effective receivables management.
Support fiscal year-end closing activities, audit preparation, and external and internal audit requests.
Develop, document, and continuously improve reconciliation processes and controls to enhance efficiency, compliance, and financial stewardship.
General Support & Student Service
Provide leadership in the resolution of complex or escalated student, parent, and sponsor account concerns, ensuring student-centered resolutions.
Assist students with account questions, payment options, refunds, due dates, and registration holds to support their academic and financial success.
Coordinate with other college departments to resolve student account issues and ensure seamless service delivery.
Support registration, enrollment and peak service periods by providing accurate and timely student account information, guidance, and operational support.
Develop, oversee, and evaluate student communication strategies and campaigns related to billing, payments, refunds, deadlines, and account responsibilities.
Manage the accuracy, accessibility, and effectiveness of student-facing materials, forms, publications, and website content related to student account services.
Analyze trends in student inquiries, complaints and service requests to identify process improvement opportunities and enhance the student experience.
Work with students experiencing emergency or unique situations to provide appropriate account solutions while following institutional policies.
Participate in orientation, outreach activities, and educational events to promote financial literacy and increase awareness of student account services.
Competencies:
Leadership: Manages a broad team of professionals who complete, supports a variety of functional tasks and processes, and serves a diverse multi-campus organization.
Accounting & Finance: Serves as the College’s accounting subject matter expert around student accounts receivable and other accounts receivables with a focus on effective processes and technical proficiency that ultimately deliver accurate and timely student accounts receivable records and statements.
Communication (Verbal and Written): Utilizes strong oral and written communication skills to share critical accounting information and concepts with a wide variety of audiences.
Critical Thinking: Understands, analyzes and summarizes complex accounting and financial information. Evaluates and streamlines accounting and student-centered processes.
Collaboration: Works effectively with students, faculty, staff, administration and external stakeholders to understand their needs and utilizes judgement on how to build relationships.
Ethics: Works with high levels of diplomacy, confidentiality and discretion with sensitive information.
Organizational Skills: Plans, develops, and maintains Department structures, projects and processes that support clear and robust accounting practices and staff professional development at both the College and System level. Manages multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Champions equity and inclusion within the College and the Department through policies and practices that support all staff, students and visitors.
Goal Attainment: Sets and achieves goals related to timelines and project management.
Minimum Qualifications:
A bachelor’s degree in business administration, Accounting, Finance or a related field.
Three years of increasingly responsible professional accounting experience which includes student accounts receivable.
Demonstrated staff supervision experience.
Knowledge of standard business practices and policies including budgeting, planning, and supervisory practices/principles.
Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, SharePoint and PowerPoint and have a working knowledge of accounting-related software.
Selection Process:
The selection process for this position will be conducted through a competitive, merit-based evaluation of all qualified applicants. Preliminary screening will be based on the completed application package submitted by the candidate.
Position will remain open until filled with a priority deadline of July 15, 2026 .
This posting may be used to fill multiple or similar positions.
Application Instructions:
In your application, please include a resume and cover letter that specifically address how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
The application will ask for you to provide three references. We ask that they are all professional references and at least one is a current/recent supervisor.
Additional Information/Benefits:
Salary Information: The salary range reflects the minimum and maximum starting salary for the position. When determining the starting salary for a new employee, FRCC takes into consideration a combination of the selected candidate’s education, training and experience as it relates to the requirements of the position, as well as the position’s scope and complexity, internal pay equity and external market value.
Benefits Information: For information about benefits for Administrative, Professional and Technical Employees and Faculty, please see the Front Range Community College Benefits page .
Welcoming. Respectful. Inclusive. Together, we are FRCC.
Title: Bursar
Position Type: Administrator Full Time
College: Front Range Community College
Division: Finance and Administration
Department: FRCC Fiscal Services
Campus: Westminster Campus
Location: Westminster
Salary Range: $88,662 - $93,095 annually
Who We Are:
With three campuses along Colorado’s Front Range, FRCC is the state’s largest community college. We enroll close to 28,000 students annually from our diverse service area, which offers a variety of cultural and recreational activities.
Each year approximately 5,000 FRCC students transfer to four-year universities and FRCC offers more than 36 career training programs that prepare students for immediate employment and rewarding careers. Last year, more than 5,000 high school students took concurrent enrollment classes with us, earning college credit without having to pay college tuition. And we were recently ranked as one of the “Top Online Colleges” in the country by Newsweek.
One of FRCC’s main goals is to offer educational excellence for everyone. The college’s strong commitment to student success means we start by creating an inclusive and equitable environment—one where both students and employees feel they belong and are supported. FRCC’s focus on diversity, equity and inclusion is woven into the fabric of our college conversations and decision-making processes. We are actively seeking to hire a workforce that reflects the diversity of our student body.
The college is also an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution. For us, becoming an HSI is an intentional commitment to being a college where our Latinx (and other historically marginalized) students thrive.
FRCC employees and leaders work hard to create a culture of collaboration, innovation and pride. We’re looking to hire people who share these values—along with our commitment to student success, equity and excellence.
Job Summary:
Reporting to the Controller, the Bursar manages operations of the College’s Bursar unit and is responsible for accounts receivable, cashier and banking services functions; including student finance accounts, third party billing, collections, and customer service; performs a variety of technical accounting duties and direct supervision of professional accounting and technical staff.
The ideal candidate will be a strategic-minded leader, who possesses outstanding planning and accounting skills and experience in managing student financial operations to support the goals of the College while supporting the College mission, vision and values.
This position offers remote work flexibility but does require a strong on-campus presence and regular travel to all three FRCC campuses.
Please note: You need to be a Colorado resident on your first day of employment. Also, Front Range Community College is an E-Verify employer.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Strategic Management
Develop, implement and continuously refine a student-centered receivables and payment strategy that supports student success, enrollment retention, and institutional financial health.
Evaluate the impact of billing, collections, refund, and payment policies on student access, persistence, and completion, and recommend policy enhancements.
Lead college and systemwide initiatives to streamline and improve billing, payment plan administration, refund processing, and student financial communications,
Partner with campus stakeholders to align bursar operations with enrollment and student success initiatives.
Analyze trends related to student account balances, delinquency rates, payment plan participation, registration holds, refunds, and collection activity to inform strategic decision-making and operational improvements.
Establish and monitor service standards, performance metrics, and response expectations to ensure high-quality, student-focused service delivery.
Champion business process automation, technology enhancements, and modernization efforts that improve operations, compliance, and student experience.
Identify, assess, and mitigate regulatory, financial, and operational risks associated with student accounts receivable, cash management, and bursar functions.
Represent the Bursar’s Office on institutional, systemwide, and cross-functional committees, providing subject matter expertise and contribute to strategic planning initiatives.
Foster culture of continuous improvement, innovation, accountability, and customer services excellence within bursar operations.
Leadership
Foster a student-centered, service-oriented culture that emphasizes professionalism, responsiveness, and positive student experiences.
Set clear service expectations and accountability measures
Hire, train and provide ongoing supervision, coaching, mentoring, and performance feedback to support employee development and departmental goals.
Develop a cross-trained team capable of effectively supporting multiple functions in the Bursar’s unit to enhance operational flexibility and improve customer service.
Ensure staff consistently apply institutional, system, state, and federal policies, procedures, and regulations related to student accounts and receivables.
Create and implement escalation and resolution protocols for complex student issues, ensuring timely, equitable, and student-focused outcomes.
Promote employee engagement, continuous learning, and professional development to strengthen college excellence
Accounting Controls
Develop, implement, and monitor internal controls governing cash handling, refunds, receipting, account adjustments, write-offs, and other student accounts transactions to ensure accuracy, compliance, and financial integrity.
Ensure appropriate segregation of duties across operations to mitigate risk and strengthen accountability
Manage compliance with payment card industry (PCI) standards and payment security requirements, ensuring the protection of sensitive information.
Establish and maintain fraud prevention, detection, and reporting processes to minimize financial risk and support regulatory compliance.
Create, maintain and regularly update documented procedures, workflows, and internal control practices to support consistent operations and knowledge transfer.
Manage sponsorship billing, invoicing and collection processes to ensure accurate account management, timely revenue collection, and compliance.
Accounting System Reconciliation
Manage the reconciliation of student accounts receivable, cash transactions, merchant services activity, refunds, and payment processors, and related financial systems to ensure accuracy and completeness.
Validate the integrity and accuracy of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system transaction, Interfaces, and data integrations between systems.
Monitor, investigate, and resolve reconciliation variances, discrepancies, and outstanding items in a timely manner to maintain financial accuracy.
Manage month-end balancing and reconciliation activities to ensure compliance with accounting standards, institutional policies, and reporting requirements.
Collaborate with Finance, Accounting and other stakeholders to address reconciliation issues and support effective financial operations.
Ensure the accuracy of financial reporting and maintain the integrity of general ledger transactions related to student accounts and receivables.
Monitor accounts receivable aging, allowance methodologies, and write-off calculations to support accurate reporting and effective receivables management.
Support fiscal year-end closing activities, audit preparation, and external and internal audit requests.
Develop, document, and continuously improve reconciliation processes and controls to enhance efficiency, compliance, and financial stewardship.
General Support & Student Service
Provide leadership in the resolution of complex or escalated student, parent, and sponsor account concerns, ensuring student-centered resolutions.
Assist students with account questions, payment options, refunds, due dates, and registration holds to support their academic and financial success.
Coordinate with other college departments to resolve student account issues and ensure seamless service delivery.
Support registration, enrollment and peak service periods by providing accurate and timely student account information, guidance, and operational support.
Develop, oversee, and evaluate student communication strategies and campaigns related to billing, payments, refunds, deadlines, and account responsibilities.
Manage the accuracy, accessibility, and effectiveness of student-facing materials, forms, publications, and website content related to student account services.
Analyze trends in student inquiries, complaints and service requests to identify process improvement opportunities and enhance the student experience.
Work with students experiencing emergency or unique situations to provide appropriate account solutions while following institutional policies.
Participate in orientation, outreach activities, and educational events to promote financial literacy and increase awareness of student account services.
Competencies:
Leadership: Manages a broad team of professionals who complete, supports a variety of functional tasks and processes, and serves a diverse multi-campus organization.
Accounting & Finance: Serves as the College’s accounting subject matter expert around student accounts receivable and other accounts receivables with a focus on effective processes and technical proficiency that ultimately deliver accurate and timely student accounts receivable records and statements.
Communication (Verbal and Written): Utilizes strong oral and written communication skills to share critical accounting information and concepts with a wide variety of audiences.
Critical Thinking: Understands, analyzes and summarizes complex accounting and financial information. Evaluates and streamlines accounting and student-centered processes.
Collaboration: Works effectively with students, faculty, staff, administration and external stakeholders to understand their needs and utilizes judgement on how to build relationships.
Ethics: Works with high levels of diplomacy, confidentiality and discretion with sensitive information.
Organizational Skills: Plans, develops, and maintains Department structures, projects and processes that support clear and robust accounting practices and staff professional development at both the College and System level. Manages multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: Champions equity and inclusion within the College and the Department through policies and practices that support all staff, students and visitors.
Goal Attainment: Sets and achieves goals related to timelines and project management.
Minimum Qualifications:
A bachelor’s degree in business administration, Accounting, Finance or a related field.
Three years of increasingly responsible professional accounting experience which includes student accounts receivable.
Demonstrated staff supervision experience.
Knowledge of standard business practices and policies including budgeting, planning, and supervisory practices/principles.
Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, SharePoint and PowerPoint and have a working knowledge of accounting-related software.
Selection Process:
The selection process for this position will be conducted through a competitive, merit-based evaluation of all qualified applicants. Preliminary screening will be based on the completed application package submitted by the candidate.
Position will remain open until filled with a priority deadline of July 15, 2026 .
This posting may be used to fill multiple or similar positions.
Application Instructions:
In your application, please include a resume and cover letter that specifically address how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications, and responsibilities of the position.
The application will ask for you to provide three references. We ask that they are all professional references and at least one is a current/recent supervisor.
Additional Information/Benefits:
Salary Information: The salary range reflects the minimum and maximum starting salary for the position. When determining the starting salary for a new employee, FRCC takes into consideration a combination of the selected candidate’s education, training and experience as it relates to the requirements of the position, as well as the position’s scope and complexity, internal pay equity and external market value.
Benefits Information: For information about benefits for Administrative, Professional and Technical Employees and Faculty, please see the Front Range Community College Benefits page .
Welcoming. Respectful. Inclusive. Together, we are FRCC.
City of Naperville
The City of Naperville's Transportation, Engineering, and Development (TED) Business Group seeks an engaged leader to serve as Lead Permit Technician. This customer service-focused position supervises five Permit Assistants responsible for processing building permits from application through final closeout. As a working supervisor, the Lead Permit Technician trains, supports, and provides backup for the team while ensuring timely and accurate permit processing. This position oversees all phases of the permitting process, including application intake, plan review coordination, fee assessment, permit issuance, inspection scheduling, Certificates of Occupancy, and permit closeout. The Lead Permit Technician works closely with property owners, contractors, developers, design professionals, and City staff to ensure complete submittals, efficient permit processing, accurate documentation, and responsive customer service.
The hiring range for this position is $27.73 - $30.50 per hour, commensurate with credentials and experience. The Pay Grade for this position is N220. For additional information, click here. (Download PDF reader)
Duties
Train, oversee and guide the work of the Permit Assistants and assist with the team’s duties as needed.
Conduct reviews, approve time-off requests, and reassign work duties to the team to balance workloads.
Maintain a complete understanding of the permit process and the roles of the Permit Assistants and Permit Specialists.
Maintain an in-depth knowledge of the functionality of the software platforms used for permit management, assist in upgrades, and help maintain information on the City website.
Create, maintain and generate records and reports.
Engage property owners, developers and design professionals and contractors to ensure complete and accurate permit submittals.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all City departments and outside review agencies.
Continually monitor permitting processes and work with management on suggested improvements to meet the changing needs of customers. Design processes to enhance workflow.
Perform administrative tasks relating to permitting processes. The permitting process includes, but is not limited to, building permits, site development permits, right-of-way permits, and fire department permits.
Assist in the processing of agreements, which may include, but are not limited to right-of-way and easement encroachments.
Demonstrate courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with the public and City staff; act in a manner that promotes respectful and effective workplace environment.
Manage own projects as well as oversee projects for the assigned team.
Ensure safety rules and regulations are enforced.
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required:
Education equivalent to a high school diploma
A minimum of 3 years of experience with building/development functions in municipal environments
(Equivalent combinations of applicable experience, certifications, and education may be considered)
ICC Permit Technician Certification (or must attain it within 6 months of hire)
Valid State of Illinois Class D Drivers’ License
Preferred:
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field
ICC Code Specialist Certification (or must attain within 2 years of hire)
Previous supervisory experience
Additional ICC certifications (i.e. Permit Specialist, etc.)
Experience working in Tyler EPL (EnerGov) or similar plan review software
Ability to speak and write fluently in a second language
Additional Information
The City of Naperville, Illinois is a dynamic community of 153,000 residents, conveniently located 28 miles west of Chicago. Various publications have named Naperville as one of the best cities in the United States in which to live. The City has gained national recognition for our family-friendly environment, excellent schools and library system, low crime rate, and vibrant downtown area. It’s also a great place to work! Our municipal government employs over 900 dedicated individuals in a wide range of job categories and provides a collaborative working environment, a forward-looking leadership team, and a competitive benefits package.
Click here (Download PDF reader) to learn more about the benefits offered by the City of Naperville.
Applications should be completed thoroughly, and resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application but should be attached to the application. Include all requested education, experience, attachments, and other information when applying. Incomplete applications are subject to rejection. Notifications to applicants will be sent electronically to the email address provided in the application.
THE CITY OF NAPERVILLE IS AN E. O. E.
The City of Naperville complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals needing accommodations in the recruitment process should notify Human Resources in advance at (630) 305-7066.
The City of Naperville's Transportation, Engineering, and Development (TED) Business Group seeks an engaged leader to serve as Lead Permit Technician. This customer service-focused position supervises five Permit Assistants responsible for processing building permits from application through final closeout. As a working supervisor, the Lead Permit Technician trains, supports, and provides backup for the team while ensuring timely and accurate permit processing. This position oversees all phases of the permitting process, including application intake, plan review coordination, fee assessment, permit issuance, inspection scheduling, Certificates of Occupancy, and permit closeout. The Lead Permit Technician works closely with property owners, contractors, developers, design professionals, and City staff to ensure complete submittals, efficient permit processing, accurate documentation, and responsive customer service.
The hiring range for this position is $27.73 - $30.50 per hour, commensurate with credentials and experience. The Pay Grade for this position is N220. For additional information, click here. (Download PDF reader)
Duties
Train, oversee and guide the work of the Permit Assistants and assist with the team’s duties as needed.
Conduct reviews, approve time-off requests, and reassign work duties to the team to balance workloads.
Maintain a complete understanding of the permit process and the roles of the Permit Assistants and Permit Specialists.
Maintain an in-depth knowledge of the functionality of the software platforms used for permit management, assist in upgrades, and help maintain information on the City website.
Create, maintain and generate records and reports.
Engage property owners, developers and design professionals and contractors to ensure complete and accurate permit submittals.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with all City departments and outside review agencies.
Continually monitor permitting processes and work with management on suggested improvements to meet the changing needs of customers. Design processes to enhance workflow.
Perform administrative tasks relating to permitting processes. The permitting process includes, but is not limited to, building permits, site development permits, right-of-way permits, and fire department permits.
Assist in the processing of agreements, which may include, but are not limited to right-of-way and easement encroachments.
Demonstrate courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with the public and City staff; act in a manner that promotes respectful and effective workplace environment.
Manage own projects as well as oversee projects for the assigned team.
Ensure safety rules and regulations are enforced.
Perform all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required:
Education equivalent to a high school diploma
A minimum of 3 years of experience with building/development functions in municipal environments
(Equivalent combinations of applicable experience, certifications, and education may be considered)
ICC Permit Technician Certification (or must attain it within 6 months of hire)
Valid State of Illinois Class D Drivers’ License
Preferred:
Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in a related field
ICC Code Specialist Certification (or must attain within 2 years of hire)
Previous supervisory experience
Additional ICC certifications (i.e. Permit Specialist, etc.)
Experience working in Tyler EPL (EnerGov) or similar plan review software
Ability to speak and write fluently in a second language
Additional Information
The City of Naperville, Illinois is a dynamic community of 153,000 residents, conveniently located 28 miles west of Chicago. Various publications have named Naperville as one of the best cities in the United States in which to live. The City has gained national recognition for our family-friendly environment, excellent schools and library system, low crime rate, and vibrant downtown area. It’s also a great place to work! Our municipal government employs over 900 dedicated individuals in a wide range of job categories and provides a collaborative working environment, a forward-looking leadership team, and a competitive benefits package.
Click here (Download PDF reader) to learn more about the benefits offered by the City of Naperville.
Applications should be completed thoroughly, and resumes will not be accepted in lieu of an application but should be attached to the application. Include all requested education, experience, attachments, and other information when applying. Incomplete applications are subject to rejection. Notifications to applicants will be sent electronically to the email address provided in the application.
THE CITY OF NAPERVILLE IS AN E. O. E.
The City of Naperville complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals needing accommodations in the recruitment process should notify Human Resources in advance at (630) 305-7066.
Illinois Department of Human Services
Activity Therapist - # 54660
To be considered, applicants must apply through our official website:
*** MUST APPLY ON OUR WEBSITE **** (Please copy and paste the link below to your browser)
https://illinois.jobs2web.com/job-invite/54660/
Agency : Department of Human Services
Location: Dixon, Illinois, 61021
Job Requisition ID: 54660
Opening Date: 06/26/2026
Closing Date: 07/10/2026
Salary: Anticipated Salary (Eff 7/1/26) : $5,328-$7,480 per month ($63,936-$89,760 per year)
Job Type: Salaried Full Time
County: Lee
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC062
***MUST APPLY ONLINE ***
This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position. While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended. Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.
Posting Identification Number 54660
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 Division of Mental Health is seeking to hire an Activity Therapist for the Mabley Developmental Center located in Dixon, Illinois to provide therapeutically activity programs and conducts direct therapy for individuals served on an assigned unit, on an assigned shift. Completes activity therapy assessments and evaluative data for the development of habilitation plans. Evaluates behaviors and reactions relative to patient’s reaction with activities and leisure time. Establishes and coordinates, types and schedules of activity programs. As a member of the treatment team, participates in the formulating of treatment plans and writes programs notes. Monitors and maintains adequate resources and verifies a safe environment. Participates in formal on-the-job training opportunities.
Essential Functions
Provides therapeutically activity programs and conducts direct therapy for individuals served at the Mabley Developmental Center on an assigned unit, on an assigned shift.
As a member of the treatment team, participates in the formulating of treatment plans.
Evaluates behaviors and reactions relative to individual’s reaction with activities and leisure time.
Maintains awareness of supplies and equipment for various activities.
Monitors and maintains adequate resources and verifies a safe environment for individuals and staff.
Participates in formal on-the-job training opportunities to develop greater skills regarding therapeutic techniques.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires a bachelor’s degree with a major in therapeutic recreation, music therapy, art therapy, dance therapy, drama therapy, leisure studies or recreation with a specialization in recreational therapy, including successful completion of an approved internship, fieldwork or practicum.
*This class is included as an Upward Mobility Program credential title.
Conditions of Employment
Requires ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.
Requires ability to work after business hours, weekends, and holidays including designated Special Olympics events/weekends.
Requires the ability to physically restrain individuals as necessary to prevent injury to individual or others.
Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.
Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.
*All conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:00am - 4:30pm, 30 minute unpaid lunch Work Location: 1120 Washington Ave, Dixon, Illinois, 61021
Division of Developmental Disabilities
Mabley Developmental Center
Actvity Therapy - Residential Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@Illinois.gov
Job Family: Social Services
About the Agency:
The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need all across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.
As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:
A Pension Program
Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
*Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour Work Schedules (as applicable)
13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
10 Weeks Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Must apply online.
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:
donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
Activity Therapist - # 54660
To be considered, applicants must apply through our official website:
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Agency : Department of Human Services
Location: Dixon, Illinois, 61021
Job Requisition ID: 54660
Opening Date: 06/26/2026
Closing Date: 07/10/2026
Salary: Anticipated Salary (Eff 7/1/26) : $5,328-$7,480 per month ($63,936-$89,760 per year)
Job Type: Salaried Full Time
County: Lee
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC062
***MUST APPLY ONLINE ***
This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position. While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended. Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.
Posting Identification Number 54660
Why Work for Illinois?
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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 Division of Mental Health is seeking to hire an Activity Therapist for the Mabley Developmental Center located in Dixon, Illinois to provide therapeutically activity programs and conducts direct therapy for individuals served on an assigned unit, on an assigned shift. Completes activity therapy assessments and evaluative data for the development of habilitation plans. Evaluates behaviors and reactions relative to patient’s reaction with activities and leisure time. Establishes and coordinates, types and schedules of activity programs. As a member of the treatment team, participates in the formulating of treatment plans and writes programs notes. Monitors and maintains adequate resources and verifies a safe environment. Participates in formal on-the-job training opportunities.
Essential Functions
Provides therapeutically activity programs and conducts direct therapy for individuals served at the Mabley Developmental Center on an assigned unit, on an assigned shift.
As a member of the treatment team, participates in the formulating of treatment plans.
Evaluates behaviors and reactions relative to individual’s reaction with activities and leisure time.
Maintains awareness of supplies and equipment for various activities.
Monitors and maintains adequate resources and verifies a safe environment for individuals and staff.
Participates in formal on-the-job training opportunities to develop greater skills regarding therapeutic techniques.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires a bachelor’s degree with a major in therapeutic recreation, music therapy, art therapy, dance therapy, drama therapy, leisure studies or recreation with a specialization in recreational therapy, including successful completion of an approved internship, fieldwork or practicum.
*This class is included as an Upward Mobility Program credential title.
Conditions of Employment
Requires ability to utilize office equipment, including personal computers.
Requires ability to work after business hours, weekends, and holidays including designated Special Olympics events/weekends.
Requires the ability to physically restrain individuals as necessary to prevent injury to individual or others.
Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.
Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.
*All conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:00am - 4:30pm, 30 minute unpaid lunch Work Location: 1120 Washington Ave, Dixon, Illinois, 61021
Division of Developmental Disabilities
Mabley Developmental Center
Actvity Therapy - Residential Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@Illinois.gov
Job Family: Social Services
About the Agency:
The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need all across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.
As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:
A Pension Program
Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
*Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour Work Schedules (as applicable)
13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
10 Weeks Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
Must apply online.
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:
donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
