CONSERVATION GRANT ADMINISTRATOR I

Position Overview

This position will provide support in state and federal grantmaking administrative activities. This includes preparing grants contracts, contract billings, project amendments, budget compliance and state and federal mandated reporting. This person will also maintain administrative files for federal and state grant programs and respond to grant inquiries from staff consultants, various officials and legislators. We welcome interested applicants who would like to be part of this team to apply today. 

Essential Functions

• Under direction, assists and provides support in managing grant projects under multifaceted state and federal programs administered by the Office of Grant Management and Assistance.
• Participates in completing reimbursement documents and reviewing for accuracy, completeness, and eligibility of state and federal grant projects, utilizing Amplifund.
• Maintains administrative files for various federal and state grant programs.
• Prepares responses to routine oral/written grant inquiries from local officials professional staff consultants and legislators regarding various grant programs.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill and metal development equivalent to completion of four years of college with course work in public administration.
• Requires one year professional experience in a public organization or in a grants administration field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers two (2) years of working experience using the GOMB/GATA site or something similar.
• Prefers working knowledge of grant administration, reporting, and compliance with the Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) reporting within designated time frames and formats.
• Prefers working knowledge of Amplifund – Grant Management System or a similar system.
• Prefers working knowledge of SAP or a similar system.

Conditions of Employment

All applicants must be able to meet the following Conditions of Employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position. The State of Illinois complies with federal and state disability laws and will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities:

• Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
• Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license.
• Ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate. 
• 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.
• 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 conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description. 

Agency and Division Statements

DNR Agency Statement

Charged with preserving, protecting, and promoting Illinois’ natural resources, the Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) employees oversee water, wildlife, wetlands and oil wells, parks, historic sites – and everything in between. Employment opportunities vary greatly, often providing employees the chance to work indoors and out in a dynamic yet relaxed environment. Working for the State of Illinois, IDNR employees receive excellent benefits, including health, vision and dental insurance; a retirement plan and deferred compensation options; state holidays and other time off; as well as pre-tax benefit programs; flexible/remote work schedules may be available in for certain positions.

Office of Grant Management & Assistance

The Office of Grant Management and Assistance is responsible for managing and coordinating the Department's various Recreational Grant In Aid Programs to local government entities. These programs provide federal and state funds to enhance and improve recreational amenities through a competitive selection process. The programs include the Open Space Land Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) Program. This funds projects which will provide new recreational facilities such as parks and playgrounds. The Bikeway's Program provides for bike trail enhancement and development. The Boat Access program provides for new and improved boat accesses. The Snowmobile Access & Development program provides for new and improved snowmobile trails and trail access.