Job Description

Job Requisition ID: 50763 
​Agency:  Department of Public Health
Class Title: HEALTH FACILITIES SURVEYOR III - 18013 

Office: Health Care Regulation

Division: Long Term Care/ Field Operations

Posting ID: 44-25-0172/ 50763

Posted: 10/15/2025-11/12/2025
Skill Option:  Dietitian 
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6,589/month; Full Range $6,589-$9,541/month
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Williamson
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 under general direction of the Regional Field Supervisor, independently or as a member of a professional team, travel to conduct surveys, investigations and monitoring visits of long-term care facilities and hospitals to determine compliance with State Licensure requirements and/or Federal Medicare/Medicaid certification regulations. Coordinates nutrition programs, consults, and performs dietary surveys. Serves as preceptor for lower-level surveyors and as the subject matter expert on issues of dietetics.

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

• Under general direction, travels as part of the survey team to conduct difficult and complex on-site nutrition surveys of hospitals and nursing homes to assure compliance with the Nursing Home Care Act, Title XIX and XVIII of the Social Security Act and Hospital Licensing Act.
• Plans, coordinates and administers new surveyor training and existing surveyor standardization programs.
• Reviews and evaluates survey and investigation reports to lower-level dieticians for technical accuracy and compliance with applicable directives, policies and guidelines.
• Provide technical consultation to facility owners and operators of long-term care facilities and hospitals.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires successful completion of both state and federal Basic Surveyor Orientation courses and requires certification of having successfully completed federal Surveyor Minimum Qualifications Training.
• Requires three (3) years of experience as a health facilities surveyor.
• Requires possession of a valid Illinois certificate as a registered Dietitian and knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college, supplemented by a master’s degree in nutrition, dietetics, or food service management and one year of professional experience in nutrition, dietetics, or food service management

Conditions of Employment

• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties.
• Requires appropriate, valid current driver’s license.
• Requires ability to meet all agency vaccine/health-related polices and guidance.
• Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.

* 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 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 $2 billion in state and federal funds, 6 regional offices, 3 laboratories and over 1,200 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-Thursday 7:30am-5:30pm/ 5:00 (1/2/ hour lunch)
Work Location: 2309 W Main St, Marion, Illinois, 62959
Agency Contact: DPH.HRRecruiter@illinois.gov
Posting Group:  Legal, Audit & Compliance

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

Revolving Door:

Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (“OEIG”) or may be subject to a fine.

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.

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