Grants Coordinator

Job Description

Grants Coordinator – # 45182

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Agency: Department of Human Services

Location: Springfield, IL, US, 62701

Job Requisition ID: 45182

Opening Date: 03/21/2025

Closing Date: 04/03/2025

Salary:  Anticipated Salary $6,339-$9,178/month ($76,068-$110,136/year)

Job Type: Salaried Full Time  

County: Sangamon

Number of Vacancies: 1

Plan/BU: RC062

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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. Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

Posting Identification Number 45182

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 Family and Community Services is seeking to hire a position to serve as the statewide Grants Coordinator for the Office of Community and Positive Youth Development, Bureau of Volunteerism and Community Service. This position develops, writes, reviews, submits, and monitors procurement and fiscal related documents including Request for Proposal (RFP), Procurement Business Case (PBC)s, Contract Adjustment and Approval Forms (CAAF)s, contracts, grants, and other Governmental Accounting Transparency Act (GATA)/procurement related items to issue contracts, amendments, etc., administered by the Bureau for its programs; assists Bureau staff in monitoring budgetary operations as it relates to performance management of its programs; prepares monthly data and financial reports to comply with federal and state reporting requirements; and serves as Bureau’s liaison with department audit and compliance monitoring staff for Bureau programs.

Essential Functions

• Serves as the statewide Grants Coordinator the Office of Community and Positive Youth Development, Bureau of Volunteerism and Community Services.
• Develops, writes, reviews, submits, and monitors procurement and fiscal related documents including Procurement Business Case (PBC)s, Contract Adjustment and Approval Forms (CAAF)s, Request for Proposal (RFP), contracts, grants, and other Governmental Accounting Transparency Act (GATA)/procurement related items to issue contracts, amendments, etc., administered by the Bureau for its programs.
• Assists Bureau staff in monitoring budgetary operations as it relates to performance management of its programs.
• Prepares monthly data and financial reports to comply with federal and state reporting requirements.
• Serves as Bureau’s liaison with department audit and compliance monitoring staff for Bureau programs.
• 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 (4) years of college, preferably with courses in business or public administration.
• Requires two (2) years of responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Three (3) years of professional experience working with the principles of governmental accounting, program budgeting, personnel, statistics, and procurement, including an understanding of 2CFR200 and the Illinois Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA 30 ILCS 708) and related administrative grant rules including grant making procedures.
• Three (3) years of professional experience utilizing the principles and practices of public and business administration.
• Three (3) years of professional experience developing and managing a supportive agency function program.
• Three (3) years of professional experience analyzing administrative problems and adopting an effective course of action.
• Three (3) years of professional experience developing, installing, and evaluating new and revised methods, procedures, and performance standards.
• Three (3) years of professional experience exercising judgment and discretion in developing, implementing, and interpreting departmental policies and procedures

Conditions of Employment

• 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.
• 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.

*All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description

Work Hours:  Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm; 1-hour unpaid lunch.
Work Location: 823 E Monroe St, Springfield, Illinois, 62701

Division of Family and Community Services

Office of Community and Positive Youth Development

Bureau of Volunteerism and Community Services

Springfield/Sangamon County
Agency Contact:  DHS.HiringUnit@Illinois.gov

Job Family: Leadership & Management; 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

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