CONTRACT SPECIALIST III
Springfield, IL, US, 62706
Job Requisition ID: 50366
Closing Date: 11/14/2025
Agency: Capital Development Board
Class Title: CONTRACT SPECIALIST III - 09568
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $5,637 monthly; Full Range $5,637- $8,026
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 2
Bargaining Unit Code: RC028 Paraprofessional Human Services Employees, AFSCME
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.
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
Under general direction of the Contracts Administrator, this position is accountable for reviewing bid documents
for compliance with Capital Development Board (CDB) rules and the Illinois (IL) Procurement Code, verifying
information is correct and has the appropriate signatures, reviewing post-award contract documents for
Authorization to Proceed (ATP), administering bid openings by publicly reading construction bids, approving bid
scheduling on the CDB database, and serving as a liaison between the Chief Procurement Office (CPO), general
public, other state agencies, contractors, engineers and architects in resolving discrepancies.
Essential Functions
- Reviews bid documents for accuracy and completeness prior to the bid solicitation posting.
- Reviews post-award contract documents for ATP compliance with CDB rules, and certifies appropriate signatures,
qualified bonding, insurance, disclosure form, apprenticeship certification and Substance Abuse Prevention Plans. - Administers bid openings by publicly reading construction bids, each separated and announced by specialty
(electrical, plumbing, ventilation, etc.). - Approves bid scheduling on CDB database and confirms that project receives appropriate approvals from other
CDB divisions. - Serves as a liaison between the general public, other state agencies, contractors, engineers, and architects in
resolving discrepancies and responding to inquiries and explaining CDB policy and procedures regarding the bid
process. - 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 the completion of two (2) years of college.
- Requires four (4) years of work experience in a construction related field.
Preferred Qualifications
- Three (3) years of professional experience working with the Illinois Procurement Code, Procedural Manual, Construction
Contracts Manual and the Emergency Small Purchase Contracts Manual or similar documents/manuals. - Three (3) years of professional experience using contract, procurement, and financial databases.
- Three (3) years of professional experience making objective, final and binding decisions plus the ability to work
independently. - Three (3) years of professional experience preparing comprehensive written and oral reports.
- Three (3) years professional experience establishing and maintaining effective and cooperative working relationships with
contractors, the public and other agency staff.
Conditions of Employment
1. Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
2. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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 8:30-5:00 (flex and hybrid schedules available)
Work Location: 401 S Spring St, Springfield, Illinois, 62706
Email: CDB.Jobs@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Fiscal, Finance & Procurement; Office & Administrative Support
About the Agency
The Capital Development Board (CDB) oversees the construction of new state facilities, such as correctional centers, state parks, mental health facilities and college and university projects. In addition, CDB is responsible for renovation and rehabilitation projects at over 8,770 state-owned buildings spread over more than 100 million square feet of floor space.
As a State of Illinois employee, you are entitled to a robust benefits package that includes:
- Flexible work schedules in some program areas (flexible time and hybrid options)
- Health, life, vision and dental insurance
- 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave
- Pension Plan – vesting at 10 years for Tier II
- Full 20-year retirement awards free health insurance during retirement
- Deferred compensation and other pre-tax benefits programs
- Paid state holidays 13-14 days annually
- 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, and vacation rates modified for 12-hour work schedules. (As applicable.)
- Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources
- For more information about our benefits please follow this link: State Employee Benefits
This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).
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.
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.
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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Nearest Major Market: Springfield