• Job Description

  Req#: 40385

  Agency : Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity

  Position Title: Executive II
  Closing Date/Time: 08/29/2024

  Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6,339 a month; Full Range $6,339 - $9,178 a month
  Job Type: Salaried
  County: Sangamon
  Number of Vacancies: 1
  Plan/BU: RC062

  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.

  Posting Identification Number 40385

  Position Overview

  The Office of Illinois Works is focused on creating equitable and inclusive job opportunities within the State of Illinois, along with creating a viable and sustainable workforce pipeline in the construction and trade industries. The Apprenticeship Initiative Manager is responsible for leading the compliance program within an assigned portfolio of state agencies. This position is in the Springfield, IL office and serves as the main point of contact for state agencies and contractors providing guidance, training, and technical assistance while also enforcing compliance requirements. This position is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys leading programs while working in a challenging and fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will be knowledgeable in construction project management and experienced in delivering training, onboarding employees and creating/ delivering presentations. We welcome qualified candidates wanting to be part of an innovative program focused on making a difference in the lives of Illinois residents to apply.

  Job Responsibilities

  1. Under the general direction of the Senior Apprenticeship Program Manager, performs professional duties representing the State of IL by assisting the Senior Apprenticeship Program Manager over the Illinois Works 10% Apprenticeship requirement compliance.
  2. Receives, processes, reviews, and makes initial determinations on Illinois Works 10% Apprenticeship grantee and contractor paperwork and required supporting documents.
  3. Develops, maintains, and implements internal deadlines, ensuring timely processing o tasks and acts as central point of contact for Illinois Works 10% Apprenticeship reporting.
  4. Serves as team leader for the Apprenticeship Compliance Section by providing support, coaching, and collaboration.
  5. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

  Minimum Qualifications

  1. Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of a four (4) years of college, preferably with courses in business or public administration, accounting or related fields.
  2. Requires two (2) years of responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization, preferably experience in grant administration (federal, state, or local grants experience preferred) including grant reporting.

  Specialized Skills

  In addition to the years of experience stated above:

  1. Requires 2 years’ experience leading a program or function.

  2. Requires 1 year experience training or onboarding employees.

  3. Requires 1 year experience reviewing and enforcing compliance requirements.

  Preferred Qualifications

  1. Prefers 2 years experience leading a program or function.

  2. Prefers 1 year experience training or onboarding employees.

  3. Prefers 1 year experience reviewing and enforcing compliance requirements.

  4. Prefers intermediate level skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, and SharePoint.

  5. Prefers 2 years’ experience with construction project management.

  6. Prefers 2 years’ experience analyzing administrative problems and developing/implementing an effective course of action.

  7. Prefers 2 years’ experience developing, implementing, reviewing, and revising business processes and procedures.

  8. Prefers 2 years’ experience developing and implementing performance standards.

  9. Prefers 2 years’ experience making presentations and/or delivering training/technical assistance.

  10. Prefers 1 year of experience creating and evaluating program budgets.

  Conditions of Employment

  1. Requires ability to travel with some overnight stays.

  2. Requires appropriate, valid driver's License.

  3. Requires completion of a background check and self disclosure of criminal history.

  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

  The mission of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity is to support and maintain a climate that enables a strong economy for our customers - taxpayers, businesses, workers and communities - by keeping, attracting and growing businesses, maintaining a skilled workforce, and enhancing communities so that the climate here is one in which businesses, small and large, and workers, can succeed to the greatest extent possible. The Illinois Department of Commerce delivers impactful and efficient programs and services through focused on business, community, and workforce development.

  Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm
  Work Location: 1 W Old State Capitol Plaza, Springfield, Illinois, 62701
  Agency Contact: CEO.HR@illinois.gov ( FOR INQUIRIES ONLY - INTERESTED APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE )

  Posting Group: Leadership & Management

  This position DOES contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

  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:

  • donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
  • systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com

• About the company

  The Governor of Illinois is the chief executive of the State of Illinois, and the various agencies and departments over which the officer has jurisdiction, as prescribed in the state constitution.

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