PSA - CANNABIS INSPECTION - DEPUTY BUREAU CHIEF

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Date:  Jul 23, 2025
Location: 

Springfield, IL, US, 62702

Job Requisition ID:  48063

Job Requisition ID: 48063 
Closing Date: 08/06/2025
​Agency: Department of Agriculture
Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015 
Skill Option: General Administration/Business Marketing/Labor/Personnel 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary Range $8281 - $11,280/month
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: None
Merit Comp Code: Managerial (Management Bill) Exclusion from RC062 Collective Bargaining Coverage

****************A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****************

 

Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document that is not a Resume or CV.

 

 

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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.

Essential Functions

  • Serves as Deputy to the Bureau Chief of Cannabis Inspections, providing oversight and developing
    and implementing policies and procedures utilized in the administration and enforcement of the
    Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act (410 ILCS 705/), the Industrial Hemp Act (505 ILCS 89/), the
    Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Program Act (410 ILCS 130/) the Community College
    Cannabis Vocational Pilot Program (410 ILCS 705/25-1), and any additional regulatory functions
    for the Department.
  • Serves as full-line supervisor.
  • Reviews, modifies, and implements existing program objectives or develops new program
    objectives.
  • Performs duties regarding related licensing acts, rules, and regulations, often of a sensitive and
    confidential nature, requiring action on issues effecting programs and concerns within the section.
  • Travels to represent the bureau at various internal and external meetings often of a sensitive and
    confidential nature regarding the Acts.
  • Performs Human Resources Liaison work for the Bureau.
  • Performs other duties as required or assigned, which are reasonably with the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Requires knowledge skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college, preferably with courses in business or public administration.
  • Requires prior experience equivalent to three years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prefers extensive knowledge of state laws, rules, and regulations concerning the Compassionate Use of Medical Cannabis Program Act and the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act.
  • Prefers extensive knowledge of public and business administration principles and practices.
  • Prefers extensive knowledge of agency programs and service objectives, activities, and operational systems.
  • Prefers extensive knowledge of agency policies and procedures.
  • Prefers extensive knowledge of staff utilization and employee motivation.
  • Prefers extensive knowledge of labor and employment development

Conditions of Employment

  • Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
  • Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with the ability to occasionally travel statewide. Requires appropriate, valid driver's license.
  • 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.
  • Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties. Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license.
  • Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime. This requires the ability to work evenings and weekends.
  • The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Work Hours:  8:00am - 4:30pm Monday - Friday 
Work Location: 801 E Sangamon Ave, Springfield, Illinois, 62702 
Agency Contact:  [[Bureau of Human Resources]] 
Email: AGR.HumanResources@illinois.gov
Phone #: 217-888-888
Posting Group: Leadership & Management

 

 

The Illinois Department of Agriculture administers an annual budget of approximately $200 million and employs more than 400 people statewide, with several hundred more seasonal employees hired during the summer to support the Illinois State Fair and Du Quoin State Fair.  Separate bureaus administer programs and services directed at conserving the State's land and water resources; protecting the health and welfare of livestock and companion animals; overseeing state and county fairs; regulating seed, feed, and fertilizer products; ensuring the financial stability of grain dealers and warehouses; promoting Illinois food and agricultural products; and operating the State's horse racing programs.

 

AGR values employees with different backgrounds, life experiences, and talents.  

 

AGR offers a robust benefit package including; 

  • Monday-Friday work schedule
  • Flexible work schedules in many program areas
  • Health, life, vision, and dental insurance
  • 12 Weeks paid maternity/paternity leave
  • Pension Plan
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness
  • Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs
  • Employees earn twelve (12) paid sick days annually
  • Ten to twenty-five (10-25) paid vacation days based on years of service
  • Employees earn three (3) paid personal days pro-rated based on start date
  • Thirteen - Fourteen (13-14) paid state holidays annually

 

If this opportunity appeals to you, please apply today!

 

 

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