External Requirements Compliance Tech

Position Overview

The External Requirements Compliance Tech position within the Grant External Requirements Unit of the Office of Grants Management serves as a dedicated business professional in providing technical assistance and guidance regarding external requirements related to the Business Enterprise Program (BEP), the apprenticeship initiative of the Illinois Works Jobs Program Act (IL Works), and other external requirements, as associated with the processing of capital grant applications, sets BEP goals for eligible grant projects, and makes determinations on submitted BEP utilization plans. The ideal candidate will be able to take on these tasks quickly and process their reviews in a timely manner. The Office of Grants Management handles the establishment of grants for a variety of capital grant programs at the same time. This somewhat unique environment provides a steady workload and is a key aspect of the grant project reviews for those programs, including projects of the State’s capital program. We welcome interested applicants who can manage this important workflow inside this exciting environment to apply.

Essential Functions

• Performs professional duties representing the State of Illinois in providing technical assistance and guidance regarding external requirements related to the Business Enterprise Program (BEP) as associated with the processing of capital grant applications for the BEP.
• Receives, processes, reviews, and makes determinations on all BEP utilization plans; reviews and approves associated lien waivers, vendor change forms, and required supporting documents in conjunction with separately submitted fiscal reports.
• Provides consultation with grantees with projects in the pre-bid phase.
• Reviews and processes documentation submitted in regard to the apprenticeship initiative of the Illinois Works Jobs Program Act.
• Conducts desk and on-site program and performance reviews for capital grants with BEP requirements, as deemed necessary by the Grant External Requirements Manager.
• 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, preferably with courses in business or public administration.
• Requires two (2) years of responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization.

Specialized Skills

• Of the years of required experience notated above, requires one (1) year of professional experience in grant administration of federal, state, or local grants.
• Of the years of required experience notated above, requires one (1) year of professional experience in managing grants with external agency requirements including, but not limited to, the Business Enterprise Program (BEP).

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers one (1) year of professional experience in grant administration of federal, state, or local grants.
• Prefers one (1) year of professional experience in managing grants with external agency requirements including, but not limited to, the Business Enterprise Program (BEP).
• Prefers two (2) years of professional experience in developing and making public presentations and providing training or technical assistance to grantees.
• Prefers intermediate level experience in the utilization of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook in reporting and compliance metrics.
• Prefers two (2) years of professional experience in grant tracking and reporting systems.
• Prefers two (2) years of professional experience in creating content, uploads, and database management in SharePoint or other databases.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license.
• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
• Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history. 

The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

About the Agency

The mission of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is to create equitable economic opportunities across the State of Illinois. By attracting and supporting major job creators, investing in communities, strengthening Illinois’ world-class workforce, fostering innovation, and ushering in the new clean energy economy, DCEO works to fortify Illinois’ reputation as a global economic powerhouse while ensuring Illinois is the best state to live, work and do business.