DOC Western Illinois CC Business Administrator

State of Illinois; Mount Sterling (IL); Vor Ort; USD 96.000 - 118.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible work schedules

Health, vision & dental insurance

Pension plan

Paid state holidays

Personal, sick and vacation days

Zusammenfassung

The Department of Corrections seeks a Business Administrator at Western Illinois Correctional Center, overseeing a large staff in the business office and managing fiscal operations within a multi-million-dollar organization with strict security protocols.

Essential functions include accounting and purchasing administration, compliance with standards, and ongoing supervision of staff. In-office work is expected with standard hours.

Qualifikationen

• Requires a four-year college degree, preferably with courses in business or public administration.
• Requires three years of progressively responsible administrative experience in fiscal operations for a public or business organization.

Aufgaben

• Serves as the Business Administrator.
• Serves as full-line supervisor.
• Administers, implements, and directs accounting functions.
• Administers, implements, and monitors purchasing functions.
• Stays up-to-date with applicable standards and directives.

Kenntnisse

Supervision

Budget management

Fiscal operations

Auditing/financial reporting

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree

Tools

BidBuy

Procurement software

Jobbeschreibung

Job Requisition ID: 59134 Opening Date: 09/30/2026 Closing Date: 10/14/2026 Agency: Department of Corrections Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015 Skill Option: General Administration/Business Marketing/Labor/Personnel Bilingual Option: None Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $8,571 - $10,571 per month Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time Number of Vacancies: 1 Bargaining Unit Code: None Merit Comp Code: Gubernatorial (Management Bill) Exclusion from RC063 Collective Bargaining Coverage Work Hours: 8 am - 4pm Mon-Fri; Sat/Sun off Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: Not available, fully in office Headquarter Location: 2500 Route 99 S, Mount Sterling, Illinois, 62353 Work County: Brown Agency Contact: [e-mail]

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 Department of Corrections is seeking a highly motivated professional to serve as the Business Administrator at Western Illinois Correctional Center. This position will supervisor a large subordinate staff in dedicated business office roles. In this role you will be managing a fiscal operation within a multi-million-dollar organization while maintaining strict security protocols.

Essential Functions

• Serves as the Business Administrator.
• Serves as full-line supervisor.
• Administers, implements, and directs accounting functions.
• Administers, implements, and monitors purchasing functions.
• Remains up-to-date and in compliance with applicable standards of Commission on Accreditation, Administrative Regulations and Directives, Procedures Manual, Statewide Accounting Management System Manual and Local Business Procedure Manual.
• 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 college, preferably with courses in business or public administration.
• Requires prior experience equivalent to three (3) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in fiscal operations for a public or business organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers more than three (3) years of experience managing and overseeing a multi-million-dollar budget for a large organization (500 or more employees)
• Prefers more than three (3) years of experience performing full range of fiscal functions, which include Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Financial Reporting, within a large organization (500 or more employees)
• Prefers more than three (3) years of experience utilizing automated financial systems for financial reporting, property control, inventory management and voucher processing
• Prefers at least three (3) years of experience with contract establishment, contract monitoring, and procurement processes
• Prefers at least three (3) years of supervisory experience
• Prefers at least three (3) years of professional experience managing and responding to auditors
• Prefers a bachelor’s degree in business administration, business management, finance, economics or accounting
• Prefers at least six (6) months of experience with BidBuy or other procurement software
• Prefers experience interpreting collective bargaining contracts and supervising union covered employees

Conditions of Employment

• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
• Requires the ability to be on call.
• Requires the ability to work at various times outside of normal office hours to meet deadlines.
• Requires willingness to work within a correctional center.
• Requires the ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
• Requires the ability to pass a drug screen. The use of unauthorized drugs by an employee, regardless of the position held is prohibited.
• 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.
• Required to utilize digital technology, tools, platforms, and processes in managing and supporting various digital enhancements for greater efficiency, productivity, and digital transformation efforts within the department.
• Applicants are required to abide by all vaccine and/or other medical standards as set out by the employer.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

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.

Statement Of Economic Interests

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.

Agency statement

The Illinois Department of Corrections is a multicultural agency deeply committed to ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion. This commitment is at the forefront of our operations, hiring, policies and procedures, and training. We recognize the benefit of workplace empowerment, the importance of diversity and fully support an environment where ALL employees are treated fairly, respectfully, and have equal access to opportunities and resources necessary to thrive and contribute to the agency’s success. IDOC genuinely values the differences of individuals in our custody and is committed to ensuring a healthy living environment where they feel valued, respected, and included. Through our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), we shall establish and uphold agency policies and practices conducive to eliminating all forms of exclusion including, but not limited to, racism, ageism, ableism, sexism, discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender, and religious oppression. The IDOC team works to serve justice in Illinois and increase public safety by promoting positive change in behavior of individuals in custody, operating successful reentry programs, and reducing victimization. Employees enjoy excellent benefits, including health, vision, and dental insurance; retirement plan and deferred compensation; state holidays and other benefit time off; and pre-tax benefit programs. The department also offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities. The Illinois Department of Corrections is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedules in some program areas (flexible time and hybrid options)
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance
• 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave
• Pension Plan – vesting at 10 years for Tier II
• Full 20-year retirement awards free health insurance during retirement
• Deferred compensation and other pre-tax benefits programs
• Paid state holidays 13-14 days annually
• 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, and vacation rates modified for 12-hour work schedules. (As applicable.)
• Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources