EXECUTIVE I
Chicago, IL, US, 60603
Agency: Commission on Equity and Inclusion
Class Title: Executive I - Compliance and Monitoring Coordinator
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Closing Date/Time: 01/03/2025
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $5,703 monthly; Full Range $5,703 - $8,170 monthly. CBA language applies
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Cook
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 43509
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 Ilinois Commission on Equity and Inclusion (CEI) is seeking to hire an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as a Compliance & Monitoring Coordinator. Under general direction of the Compliance & Monitoring Manager, this position coordinates and monitors to ensure that agencies actively consider a Business Enterprise Program (BEP) certified business when issuing bids/proposals or when entering contracts, and that prime contractors subcontract to BEP certified businesses. CEI offers a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits, and a pension program. The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic, self-starter excited about joining our new Commission and having the opportunity to collaborate with teammates on strategies to support minority suppliers and vendors grow their business. We invite all interested applicants to apply as we an equal opportunity employer.
Essential Functions
- Under general direction, serves as a Compliance & Monitoring Coordinator for the assigned areas including various Boards, Commissions, and Agencies
- Conducts prime contractor site visits to investigate and monitor subcontracting utilization requirements and to ensure that there have not been unauthorized changes or substitutions to subcontractors
- Confers with Agency State Purchasing Officers for assigned areas regarding purchasing contracts
- Reviews Agency's Request for Proposal (RFP) to ensure language is incorporated into the RFP for BEP participation
- Meets with participating state agencies and universities to assist them in the development and submittal of Compliance Plans that meet statute requirements of contracting with BEP firms
- Receives periodic progress reports from participating State agencies and universities on spending and goal attainment
- Meets with prime contractors and subcontractors to discuss the mission of the business and to obtain an understanding of the products and services provided, to identify the scope of work provided and match the work to BEP firms
- Conducts research, participates, in special projects, and performs assignments, independently or in cooperation with other Commission sections, related to the Business Enterprise Program
- Continues education by attending meetings, seminars, conferences, and workshops to increase familiarity with and maintain current on potential vendors, techniques and procedures related to BEP activities and operations
- Performs above duties for other operational Compliance & Monitoring areas other than those assigned based upon fluctuating operational needs
- Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college, preferably with coursework in business or public administration
- Requires one year of responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization, or completion of an agency approved profession management training program
Preferred Qualifications
- Two (2) years of professional experience with the principles and practices of public and business administration
- Two (2) years of professional experience developing and managing a small agency program function
- Two (2) years of professional experience analyzing administrative problems and adopting an effective course of action
- Two (2) years of professional experience developing, implementing, and evaluating new and revised methods, procedures, and performance standards
- Two (2) years of professional experience utilizing MS Office Suite word processing, spreadsheets, databases, email applications, and other various customer relationship management (CRM) systems for communications, tracking data, and developing and maintaining reports
- Two (2) years of professional experience exercising judgement and discretion in developing, implementing, and interpreting departmental policies and procedures
- Two (2) years of professional experience developing and maintaining working relationships with management teams, vendors, and the public, including public speaking
- Two (2) years of professional experience performing research and compiling statistical data
Conditions of Employment
- This position requires the applicant to pass a background check
- Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime
- Per Executive Order 2018-07, requires engagement with Business Enterprise Program (BEP) contractors and subcontractors and support for the goals of the BEP program and the Fair Contracting Task Force
- Requires a valid driver's license and the ability to travel statewide
Work Hours: M-F 8:30AM to 5:00PM
Work Location:
CEI HR
115 S LaSalle St. 4th Floor
Chicago IL 60603
Posting Group: Office & Administrative Support
This position [DOES NOT] contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).
About the Commission:
The Commission on Equity and Inclusion (CEI) is a separate and unique administrative agency with distinct functions regarding the promoting of diversity in the State hiring process and encouraging the continuing economic development of minority-owned, women-owned, veteran-owned and people with disabilities-owned and operated businesses to participate, and succeed, in the State procurement process through the administration of the Business Enterprise for Minorities, Females, and Persons with Disabilities Act via the Business Enterprise Program (BEP) and Veterans Business Programs (VBP). Both the BEP and VBP are designed to remedy ongoing discrimination and the continuing effects of past discrimination in State procurement. CEI’s mission is to increase participation in the State procurement process by assisting minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities with contracting opportunities with the State through the certification, compliance, and outreach programs under the BEP and VBP. The Commission is also committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity in all areas of the State employment process, including but not limited to the recruitment, hiring, promotion, discipline, discharge, and the awarding of benefits for all qualified individuals.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
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State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid
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