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SPECIAL PROJECT COORDINATOR - 93523

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Date:  Apr 25, 2024
Location: 

Springfield, IL, US, 62701

Job Requisition ID:  37390

Agency: Office of the Governor

Closing Date/Time: 05/10/2024

Salary: 60,000-70,000

Job Type: Salaried 

County: Sangamon

Number of Vacancies: 1

Plan/BU:None 


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

Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV), a copy of your transcripts or diploma for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licensures to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. Please note that the Office of the Governor must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.

 

Special Projects Coordinator for Operations 

The Office of Illinois Governor, JB Pritzker is seeking a Special Projects Coordinator for Operations to join the office.  

Working closely with the Deputy Chief of Staff for Operations, Human Resources team and the Fiscal team, completes various assignments and projects throughout the year. The Special Projects Coordinator reports directly to the Deputy Chief of Staff of Operations. This role is heavily focused on the larger, reoccurring projects in the office while also managing daily administrative functions. 

 

The ideal candidate will: 

  • Possess 3-5 years of project management experience in a government space 

  • Have proven examples of adding operational efficiencies in past roles 

  • Is a highly organized individual and is able to manage several large-scale projects at a time 

Essential Job Functions 

  • Collaborates with fiscal and human resources teams to develop strategic plans for the office. 

  • Coordinates several special projects and ensures timely completion. 

  • Plans and executes all aspects of State Fair logistics including tent operations, scheduling, agency coordination, and collaboration with Fair leadership teams.  

  • Works with HR team to coordinate and plan events for the State of Illinois' James R. Dunn Fellowship program and Curry Internship.  

  • Continuous oversight on all Governor’s Office websites. 

  • Manages emergency action plans, inventory, and asset management processes. 

  • Assists the Operations team with the bi-annual audit. 

  • Manages office motor pool fleet, technology, and furniture inventory. 

  • Cultivates a positive work environment and cross-agency communication. Provides guidance to office employees on Operations matters. 

*Occasional travel as well as night and weekend work will be required. 

 

Application Process 

Candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to gov.hr@illinois.gov with the subject line “Special Projects Coordinator – Application Materials.”  

Anticipated fill date – 06/01/2024 

 

The Governor’s Office is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion in our work and on our teams. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, marital status, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

Work Hours: M-F 9am-5pm

Work Location: 401 S 2nd St Springfield, IL 62701-1727

Agency Contact: Lauren Thoele

Email: GOV.HR@illinois.gov

Posting Group: Leadership & Management


 

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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  • GOV.HR@illinois.gov


Nearest Major Market: Springfield

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