PROGRAM GRANT ADMINISTRATION MANAGER TEAM A

Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 8,600 - 13,000; Full time

Job summary

The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) seeks a motivated professional to supervise the Office of Grant Administration. You will oversee administration, compliance, and monitoring of capital grants and special projects, and ensure funds are used per grant agreements and regulations.

You will develop policy, perform quality assurance, and provide working supervision to staff, driving program integrity and accountable grant delivery across the state.

Qualifications

• Requires four years of college, preferably in business or public administration.
• Three years of progressively responsible administrative experience in public or business organizations.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Program Grant Management Unit.
• Develop and implement grant management policy, procedures and guidelines.
• Ensure compliance and quality assurance for grant awards and special projects.
• Provide supervision and oversee fiscal compliance of grants.

Skills

Grant administration

Budget oversight

Program evaluation

Supervisory experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

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To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents → Additional Documents section for each application.

Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at [e-mail] or call [phone] for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.

Sponsorship for Employment

The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Disclosure of Salary Information

In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history. To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials.

Date: Sep 14, 2026

Location: Springfield, IL, US, 62701

Job Details

• Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $8,571 monthly; Full Range $8,571- $12,651 monthly
• Job Type: Salaried
• Category: Full Time
• County: Sangamon
• 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: This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

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 Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is seeking a motivated professional to serve in a supervisory role within the Office of Grant Administration (PSA Option1). This position oversees the administration, compliance, and monitoring of legislatively directed capital grants, Governor’s Office-directed capital grants, and DCEO special project grants. The role is responsible for developing and implementing grant management policies and quality assurance standards, ensuring funds are utilized in accordance with grant agreements, legislative intent, and applicable state and federal regulations. This position plays a key role in maintaining program integrity, strengthening accountability, and supporting the effective delivery of economic development grant programs across the state.

Essential Functions

• Under general direction, serves as manager of the Program Grant Management Unit.
• Administers the development, review, and implementation of the unit’s policy, procedures, and guidelines for the grant management and compliance of program grants and Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) special projects grants.
• In consultation with programmatic office at DCEO, develops quality assurance guidelines and project evaluation procedures.
• Serves as working supervisor.
• Provides oversite and fiscal compliance to validate if grants awards have been utilized according to grant agreement, program intent and within guidelines of grant management policies and procedures.
• 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 prior experience equivalent to three (3) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization.

Specialized Skills

• Requires three (3) years of professional experience executing, administering and monitoring a local, state or federal grant.
• Requires three (3) years of professional experience with performance and program reporting, including quality control and assurance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers a minimum of three (3) years of professional experience executing, administering and monitoring a local, state or federal grant.
• Prefers a minimum of three (3) years of professional experience with performance and program reporting, including quality control and assurance.
• Prefers a minimum of three (3) years of professional experience reviewing and applying federal, state laws, rules and regulations affecting grant administration to ensure compliance.
• Prefers a minimum of three (3) years of experience providing training and technical assistance regarding grant administration to various audiences.
• Prefers a minimum of three (3) years of professional experience developing and implementing grant administration policies for a public or private organization.
• Prefers a minimum of three (3) years of experience supervising staff.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
• Requires appropriate, valid driver's license.
• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
• Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime. This may require the ability to work evenings and weekends.
• 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.

About The Agency

The mission of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is to create equitable economic opportunities across the State of Illinois. By attracting and supporting major job creators, investing in communities, strengthening Illinois' world-class workforce, fostering innovation, and ushering in the new clean energy economy, DCEO works to fortify Illinois' reputation as a global economic powerhouse while ensuring Illinois is the best state to live, work and do business.

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00 pm

Headquarter Location: 1 W Old State Capitol Plz, Springfield, Illinois, 62701

Work County: Sangamon

Agency Contact: [e-mail] (FOR INQUIRIES ONLY - INTERESTED APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE)

Posting Group: Leadership & Management

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 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.

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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Nearest Major Market: Springfield