Job Description

Job Requisition ID: 51600 

Opening Date: 12/26/2025
Closing Date: 01/09/2026
​Agency:  Department of Human Services
Class Title: PHARMACY MANAGER - 32025 
Skill Option:  None 
Bilingual Option:  None
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $10,032 - $14,941 per month ($120,384 - $179,292 per year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:  RC063 Professional Employees, Educators,Juvenile Justice School Counselors and Special Education Resources Coordinators,and Physicians AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:  

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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.

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 Division of Pharmacy and Clinical Support Services is seeking to hire a Pharmacy Manager to plan, direct, and coordinate the overall pharmacy program of the Ludeman Developmental Center Pharmacy in, Chicago, IL. The Pharmacy Manager will be responsible for abiding by the Illinois Pharmacy Practice Act, and the Illinois and Federal controlled substance acts. The Pharmacy Manager will evaluate the quality assurance and enhancement activities associated with the provision of pharmacy services; monitor the control of pharmacy inventory by accurate record and commodity control; serve on the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee, the Infection Control Committee, the Medical Staff Committee, the Facility Management Team, and other facility/DHS committees.

Essential Functions

• Serves as the Pharmacy Manager and pharmacist in charge, abiding by the Illinois Pharmacy Practice Act, and the Illinois and Federal controlled substance acts.
• Serves as working supervisor.
• Evaluates the quality assurance and enhancement activities associated with the provision of pharmacy services. 
• Monitors the control of pharmacy inventory by accurate record and commodity control.
• Serves on the Pharmacy and Therapeutics Committee, the Infection Control Committee, the Medical Staff Committee, the Facility Management Team, and other facility/DHS committees.
• Arranges for emergency pharmacy services on a 24-hour basis.
• Lifts, pushes, and carries medication carts and boxes weighing 25 lbs. to fill the automatic drug dispensing machines and deliver medication to nursing stations and re-stocking.
• Dispenses pharmaceutical preparations and supplies for individuals.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires sufficient combination of classroom instruction and supervised clinical practicum to graduate from a first professional degree program in pharmacy at a college or university accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE).
• Requires current license as a registered pharmacist in the State of Illinois.
• Requires two years (2) of supervisory experience as a registered practicing pharmacist of a pharmacy operation or a closely related practice.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of professional experience working as a pharmacist for a private or public organization.
• Two (2) years of professional experience dispensing pharmaceutical preparations and supplies for individuals.
• Three (3) years of professional experience directing a pharmacy program for a public or private organization.
• Three (3) years of professional experience supervising staff in the pharmaceutical field.
• Three (3) years of professional experience evaluating the quality assurance and enhancement activities associated with the provision of pharmacy services for a public or private organization, including reviewing individual’s charts/records for adverse drug reaction, drug side effects and drug interaction.
• Three (3) years of professional experience implementing and recommending policies and procedures for a pharmacy program.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires the ability to lift, push and carry 25 lbs.
• Requires the ability to prepare complex prescriptions.
• Requires ability to direct and supervise the preparation of and complex prescriptions.
• Requires the ability to maintain licensure in good standing as a registered pharmacist in the State of Illinois.
• 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.
• 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 are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Work Hours:  Mon - Fri, 8:30am - 4:30pm, 30 minute unpaid lunch

Headquarter Location: 114 N Orchard Dr Park Forest, IL 60466-1200

Division of Pharmacy and Clinical Support Services

Bureau of Pharmacy and Clinical Support Services

Pharmacy Operations - Ludeman

Work County:  Cook

Agency Contact:  DHS.HiringUnit@illinois.gov

Posting Group:  Health Services; Social Services

About the Agency:

The Illinois Department of Human Services uplifts individuals and communities across Illinois. Our mission is to respond to the needs of all people in Illinois so they can lead healthy, safe, and enriched lives. Our vision is the future we are shaping with dignity and the well-being for everyone in Illinois. Our values are the principles that guide us as we work to remove systemic barriers and create lasting opportunities with Compassion, Accessibility, Responsibility, and Equity.

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 & part-time work schedules (as applicable)
• 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
• Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
• 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
• Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
• GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
• 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
• Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)

For more information about our benefits please follow this link:  

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 homepage in the blue ribbon. 

Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the 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 for State employees and review the 

Non-State employees: on – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

State employees should include temporary assignment in the application profile. Temporary assignment verification forms can be uploaded to the Additional Documents section.

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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