Business Services and Procurement Manager
Springfield, IL, US, 62702
Job Requisition ID: 47836
Opening Date: 06/16/2025
Closing Date: 06/30/2025
Agency: Department of Human Services
Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015
Skill Option: General Administration/Business Marketing/Labor/Personnel
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Salary: (Effective 7/1/25) $8,281-$12,223 per month ($99,372-$146,676 per year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC063
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.
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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.
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 Division of Rehabilitation Services is seeking to hire an energetic and detail-oriented Business Services and Procurement Manager to oversee the operation of the Business Services/Communication Unit for the Disability Determination Services (DDS). This position directs and monitors the telecommunication operations for DDS and serves as Procurement Manager. The administrator serves as a working supervisor. The incumbent will also serve as a liaison with building management concerning problems such as space needs and daily occupants. The administrator will direct and monitor contracts and assist in the writing of documents for medical consultants, contractual employees, and service vendors yearly contracts.
Essential Functions
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Serves as Business Services and Procurement Manager.
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Directs and monitors the telecommunication operations for the DDS.
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Serves as Procurement Manager for DDS.
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Serves as a working supervisor.
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Serves as a liaison with building management concerning problems of daily occupancy, space needs, etc.
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Directs and monitors contracts and assists in the writing of documents for medical consultants, contractual employees, and service vendors yearly contracts.
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Directs and coordinates physical plant renovations after conferring with administrator and providing justifications to CMS and SSA.
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Provides oversight and assists in the employee identification operations for DDS, utilizing the Velocity Software system.
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Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of duties as enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
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Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years college.
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Requires prior experience equivalent to three (3) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or private organization.
Specialized Skills
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Of the three (3) years progressively responsible experience, requires three (3) years of experience in administering/managing a State or Federal Procurement Business System, which must include experience accepting bids from third parties ensuring contracts are fulfilled, the writing of contracts, the procurement process for IFB’s, RFP’s, the creation of Procurement Business Cases (PBC) and Contract Adjustment and Approval Forms (CAAF’s).
Preferred Qualifications
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Three (3) years of professional experience in administering managing a State or Federal Procurement Business System, which must include experience accepting bids from third parties ensuring contracts are fulfilled, the writing of contracts, the procurement process for IFB’s, RFP’s, the creation of Procurement Business Cases (PBC) and Contract Adjustment and Approval Forms (CAAF’s).
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Three (3) years of professional supervisory experience assigning work, providing guidance to subordinates, recommending counseling and/or discipline following collective bargaining agreements, training staff, preparing, and signing performance evaluations and approving time off.
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Three (3) year of professional experience providing recommendation for procurement and/or contracts for purchases related to space, equipment, supplies and/or services for a public or private organization.
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Three (3) years of professional experience meeting deadlines with strong attention to detail and the ability to utilize critical thinking skills while multi-tasking multiple projects.
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Three (3) years of professional experience in oral and written communication including documents for medical consultants, contractual employees and service vendors yearly contracts.
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Three (3) years of professional experience directing and monitoring telecommunication operations including overseeing telecommunication equipment needs and utilization rates, analyzing billing and inspecting for policy and audit compliance.
Conditions of Employment
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Requires the ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
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Requires the ability to push carts carrying up to 400 lbs.
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Requires the ability to operate a pallet jack.
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Requires the ability to travel.
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Requires ability to pass a federal employment background check. Individuals selected for positions with the Illinois Disability Determination Service (DDS) must go through a complete federal background investigation suitability determination by the Social Security Administration. Those individuals meeting the state requirements for employment must first complete the federal background investigation prior to their start date. This is necessary to determine whether an employee can be issued credentials in order to have access to the Social Security Disability data, records and systems. Further details will be provided during the pre-employment background check process.
*All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours: Mon-Fri, 8am-4:30pm, 1 hour unpaid lunch.
Work Location: 100 N 1st St Springfield, IL 62702
Division of Rehabilitation Services
Bureau of Disability Determination Services
Auxiliary Services/Business Services
Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Leadership & Management; Social Services
About the Agency:
The Illinois Department of Human Services uplifts individuals and communities across Illinois. Our mission is to respond to the needs of all people in Illinois so they can lead healthy, safe, and enriched lives. Our vision is the future we are shaping with dignity and the well-being for everyone in Illinois. Our values are the principles that guide us as we work to remove systemic barriers and create lasting opportunities with Compassion, Accessibility, Responsibility, and Equity.
As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:
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A Pension Program
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Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
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3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
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12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
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10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
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Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable)
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13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
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Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
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12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
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Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
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Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
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Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
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GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
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5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
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Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx
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.
State employees should include temporary assignment in the application profile. Temporary assignment verification forms can be uploaded to the Additional Documents section.
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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donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
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systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
Nearest Major Market: Springfield