Unit Manager (PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR) (Option 2 Fiscal Management/Accounting/Budget/Internal A
State of Illinois
- Springfield, IL
- Temporary
- Part-time
Closing Date/Time: 06/03/2024
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $8,200 - $9,500 per month ($98,400 - $114,000 per year)
Job Type: Salaried
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: NoneA RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTINGPlease attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document that is not a Resume or CV.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.Posting Identification Number 36920Position OverviewThe Division of Early Childhood is seeking to hire a position to serve as Manager of the Fiscal Management Unit within the Division of Early Childhood’s (DEC) Bureau of Budget and Fiscal Management. This position oversees, analyzes, and interprets monthly, quarterly, and annual fiscal written and/or statistical reports for executive management; serves as a liaison with internal and external entities regarding completion of required DEC assignments and associated Risk Management and Continuous Quality Improvement activities; serves as full-line supervisor; represents the Bureau Chief and/or executive management at internal and external conferences, retreats, workgroups, and/or meetings regarding Fiscal Management activities; and participates in activities that advance the DEC/Strategic Plan and DEC/Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Racial Justice Plan, using trauma-informed and equity lens in the implementation and support of DEC program and operational objectives and outcomes. The Division of Early Childhood (DEC) is seeking to hire a dynamic, organized, and detailed-oriented employee. DEC is one of six divisions within the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS). DEC serves to strengthen and centralize Child Care, Early Intervention, Home Visiting, and Migrant and Seasonal Head Start within IDHS. The DEC vision is for Illinois’ pregnant persons, young children, and families to have the supports they need to achieve their full potential. The DEC mission is to enhance equitable access to Child Care, Home Visiting, and Early Intervention programs and services that support whole child development. DEC is committed to the following guiding values: Whole Child Focus, Quality Service Delivery, Equity, Relentless Pursuit of Mission, Respect and Dignity, and Stability and Sustainability.Job Responsibilities
- Serves as Manager of the Fiscal Management Unit within the Division of Early Childhood’s (DEC) Bureau of Budget and Fiscal Management.
- Oversees, analyzes, and interprets monthly, quarterly, and annual fiscal written and/or statistical reports for executive management.
- Serves as a liaison with internal and external entities regarding completion of required DEC assignments and associated Risk Management and Continuous Quality Improvement activities.
- Serves as full-line supervisor.
- Represents the Bureau Chief and/or executive management at internal and external conferences, retreats, workgroups, and/or meetings regarding Fiscal Management activities.
- Participates in activities that advance the DEC/Strategic Plan and DEC/Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Racial Justice Plan, using a trauma-informed and equity lens in the implementation and support of the DEC program and operational objectives and outcomes.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned, which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
- Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college, with coursework in fiscal or accounting.
- Requires prior experience equivalent to three (3) years of progressively responsible accounting experience in a public or private organization.
- Four (4) years of professional experience in qualitative and quantitative analysis and risk management administration to interpret complex financial/budgetary data, information, and systems, using Business Objects/Intelligence, graphs, charts, and/or maps [e.g., two-dimensional or Aeronautical Reconnaissance Coverage Geographic System Information (ArcGIS)].
- Master’s degree or equivalent experience in economics, finance, accounting, or business administration.
- Four (4) years of professional experience in planning, executing, monitoring, and managing the design, development, and implementation of risk management, fiscal and/or budgetary systems, written/statistical reporting, and accounting activities, including management of large fiscal systems at a private or public organization in adherence to state and federal mandates.
- Three (3) years of professional experience in designing, planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating comprehensive systems to track the status of budget/fiscal development and implementation and state and federal spending/matching funds, while adhering to applicable accounting principles (e.g., Generally Accepted Accounting Principles or other similar processes).
- Two (2) years of professional experience in facilitating and collaborating among internal and external stakeholders to promote effective and efficient Grant Accountability and Transparency Act activities (i.e., budgetary, and fiscal management of grantee contract development and execution) and Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act reporting processes within designated time frames at a public or private organization.
- Two (2) years of professional experience in supervising subordinate staff with cutting-edge and collaborative monitoring of completed duties, coaching, mentoring, managing daily activities, and ensuring alignments with the organization’s strategic plan, while focusing on results, effectiveness, and efficiencies.
- Requires advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including SharePoint, Teams, and OneDrive.
- Requires ability to travel with overnight stays.
Work Location: 100 South Grand Ave E, Springfield, Illinois, 62762Division of Early ChildhoodOffice of OperationsBudget and Fiscal Management/Fiscal Management Unit
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Posting Group: Leadership & Management; Fiscal, Finance & Procurement; Social ServicesAbout the AgencyThe Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need 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.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.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 & part-time work schedules (as applicable)
- 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
- Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
- 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
- Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
- Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
- GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
- 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
- Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
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