Agency Purchasing Officer
Springfield, IL, US, 62703
Job Requisition ID: 50676
Closing Date: 10/22/2025
Agency: Office of the State Fire Marshal
Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015
Skill Option: General Administration/Business Marketing/Labor/Personnel
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary Range $8,281 - $9,500 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Merit Comp Code: Managerial Exclusion from RC063 Collective Bargaining Coverage
****A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****
A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application.
Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV), a copy of your transcripts or diploma for all degrees earned,
and a copy of any applicable professional licensures to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one.
Please note that the Office of the State Fire Marshal must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended.
You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.
Position Identification Number
50676
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 Marketing Statement
The Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) is accepting applications to fill the position of Public Service Administrator, Opt. 1 – Agency Purchasing Officer. As the agency authority for OSFM procurement, the ideal candidate will independently oversee the purchase of supplies and services requested by all OSFM divisions and field offices. Serving as the manager over OSFM procurements, the successful candidate would be comfortable collaborating and developing problem-solving procurement solutions and has the ability to establish logical priorities relating to the subject matter. As the PSA, Opt. 1 – Agency Purchasing Officer and employee of the State of Illinois, the selected candidate will have access to state healthcare, benefits and a pension plan. We invite all qualified applicants to apply to join the OSFM team.
Essential Functions
- As the Agency Purchasing Officer (APO), serves as the statewide agency authority on procurement, providing administrative oversight in the planning, coordination, administration, and execution for the purchase of supplies and services requested by OSFM divisions and field offices.
- Provides administrative oversight to ATSR/Telecom Coordinator for OSFM.
- Serves as a full-line supervisor.
- 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.
- Requires three (3) years of responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization.
- Requires two (2) years of experience in a procurement related field.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prefers three (3) or more years of experience in a procurement related field.
- Prefers one (1) or more years of prior IT experience.
- Prefers one (1) or more years of experience with BidBuy or other related eprocurement software.
- Prefers prior experience issuing formal procurements (RFP, IFB) from start to completion.
- Prefers prior experience presenting complicated information to a group of people in a professional setting.
- Prefers two (2) or more years of experience utilizing Systems, Applications, and Products (SAP).
- Prefers three (3) or more years of experience in the utilization of MS Word, Excel, Outload and Teams or other software programs.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires a current and valid State ID.
- Requires the ability to pass a background check.
- Requires the ability to travel with overnight stays as appropriate.
- Requires the ability to pass drug screening.
- Overtime is a condition of employment and you may be requested to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime.
- This position is considered sedentary work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(a)). Sedentary work involves lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time and requires occasional lifting, carrying, walking, and standing.
- 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.
- The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 5 PM, Hybrid work schedules available
Work Location: 1035 Stevenson Dr Springfield, IL 62703-4259
Agency Contact: Kathy Fairfield
Email: sfm.hr@illinois.gov
Phone #: 217-785-6746
Posting Group: Legal, Audit & Compliance
About the Agency
The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) is dedicated to working with our partners and providing assistance to the fire service in the protection of life, property, and the environment through communication, inspection, investigation, certification, and licensing. The OSFM is committed to fostering a work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.
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)
- 13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election 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)
- Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
- GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
- 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
- Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
For more information regarding State of Illinois Benefits follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx
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.
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
Nearest Major Market: Springfield