Grant Fiscal Analyst
Springfield, IL, US, 62703
Job Requisition ID: 55931
Opening Date: 05/22/2026
Closing Date: 06/05/2026
Agency: Department of Human Services
Class Title: MANAGEMENT OPERATIONS ANALYST II - 25542
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Salary: (Eff 7/1/26) $6,820-$9,875/month ($81,840-$118,500/year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME
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.
While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.
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 direction, serves as a Grant Fiscal Analyst; independently performs complex duties of grant fiscal and programmatic operations. Reviews grant reporting, invoicing, and budget submissions for accuracy, completeness, internal controls, and strategic goals. Assists in developing grantee fiscal training to inform grantees of changes in federal, state and/or agency procedures.
Essential Functions
- Serves as a Grant Fiscal Analyst, independently performs complex duties of grant management operations.
- Tracks and monitors mandated grantee reporting requirements (Periodic Financial and Programmatic Reporting), for completeness, timeliness, and accuracy with approved allocable and allowable expenditures using Microsoft Excel software and other agency approved software, in conjunction with the approved budget, 2CFR200 language, and contractual obligation(s) of the grant.
- Assists with the development and publishing of public notices for competitive Notice of Funding Opportunities (NOFOs) (2 CFR 200.203, Appendix I).
- Assists with the development of the grant program exhibit contained within the Uniform Grant Agreement.
- Travels to conduct on-site reviews of grantee Internal Control/Risk Assessment programs and evaluates issues such as outcomes, performance measures, accountability of assets, compliance with Federal and State statutes, regulations and the terms and conditions of the grant agreement.
- Provides recommendations to the supervisor, Bureau Administrator, and Division management team through discussions and briefings on grant management policies, practices, and methodologies.
- 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, supplemented by a master's degree in business or public administration, with coursework in areas such as economic theory, accounting and finance, organizational theory, and operations research.
- Requires three (3) years progressively responsible professional experience in management operations analysis.
Preferred Qualifications
- Two (2) years professional experience utilizing the Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) and grantmaking processes for a public and private organization.
- Three (3) years of professional experience establishing and maintaining funding for programs for a public or private organization.
- Three (3) years of professional experience exercising independent judgment in the review and evaluation of grants, including ensuring compliance with established policies, rules, standards, and contractual requirements, and providing recommendations.
- Two (2) years of professional experience analyzing and evaluating programs and operations for a public or private organization.
- Two (2) years of professional experience working with program objectives for community agencies that develop public policy for disability programs.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires the ability to utilize software such as Microsoft Excel, Power Point, Word, Adobe PDF, and DocuSign to create documents such as spreadsheets and other reporting documents.
- Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties.
- 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.
*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, 8:30am - 5:00pm, 1 hour unpaid lunch
Headquarter Location: 600 E Ash St, Springfield, Illinois, 62703
Division of Developmental Disabilities
Grant Program Management
Grant Management Unit
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Leadership & Management; Social Services
About the Agency:
The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.
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)
- Benefit time modified for part-time, 12-hour, & non-standard work schedules (as applicable)
- 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered 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)
- 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 about our benefits please follow this link: https://cms.illinois.gov/benefits/stateemployee.html
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.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
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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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Nearest Major Market: Springfield