Program Manager

Company: Illinois Department of Children and Family Service
Location: Springfield
Posted on: May 8, 2025

Job Description:

Job Requisition ID: 46848 Closing Date: 06/05/2025 Agency: Department of Children and Family Services Class Title: EXECUTIVE I - 13851 Skill Option: None Bilingual Option: None Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $5,703-6,667 (Full Range $5,703 to $8,170) Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time County: Sangamon Number of Vacancies: 1 Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 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 biggersomething 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 scheduleflexible 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 Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as Electronic Grant Management System Program Manager. Under direction, this position will review and monitor unit operations to ensure the operational and administrative goals and activities of the Department of Children and Family Services Grant Accountability Unit are aligned with the state regulated Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) requirements. The position will implement policies and procedures related to GATA on a statewide basis and manage, coordinate, and oversee the Department's use of the Electronic Grant Management System (eGMS), GATA Implementation website, and GATA Training Portal. In addition, this position will configure pre- and post-award functionality within eGMS, including grant applications, application review criteria, performance reports, award agreements, and modifications. This position provides a great opportunity for someone who is committed to ensuring that the Department's grant management activities occur in the most efficient, effective manner possible. DCFS offers a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits, and a pension program. The ideal candidate for this position will have excellent organizational skills and strong leadership and communication capabilities. We invite you to join our innovative team to help make a positive difference in the lives of the children and families of Illinois. Essential Functions Serves as Electronic Grant Management System Program Manager. Configures pre- and post-award functionality within eGMS, including grant applications, application review criteria, performance reports, award agreements, and modifications. Conducts regular monitoring to ensure pre-qualification compliance and internal controls questionnaires of current providers and prospective applicants. Provides technical assistance to internal staff and external applicants and grantees. Provides assistance to the Department in federal compliance activities by developing information and identifying problematic issues. 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 years of college, preferably with courses in business or public administration. Requires one year of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization. Preferred Qualifications Prefers 1 year of professional experience utilizing an electronic grant management system. Prefers 1 year of experience exercising thorough knowledge of grant management operations, processes, and procedures in a public or private organization. Prefers 2 years of professional experience performing research and analysis in a public or business organization. Prefers 2 years of experience serving in a liaison capacity for a public or business organization. Prefers 2 years of experience in an office setting utilizing strong computer skills. Specialized Skills Of the noted one year of experience, requires experience in the use of an electronic grant management system. Conditions of Employment Requires ability to pass a background check. Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties. 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 DCFS is deeply committed to the welfare and protection of children. Our goal is to protect children by strengthening and supporting families. In every effort, from receiving hotline calls to reaching family reunification or foster care and adoption, children and families are our focus. The Division of Budget and Finance plays a supporting role in the Department's operations by working to ensure the agency's financial stability and implementation of sound budgetary practices. Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Work Location: 4500 S 6th St Rd, Springfield, Illinois, 62703 Agency Contact: Shane Power Email: [email removed] Phone #: [phone removed] Posting Group: Fiscal, Finance & Procurement This position DOES 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. Economic Interest 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. 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: [email removed] [email removed] Employment Type: Full Time

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