STATEWIDE FACILITY PROJECT LIAISON
Springfield, IL, US, 62703
Job Requisition ID: 46046
Opening Date: 04/10/25
Closing Date/Time: 04/23/2025
Agency: Department of Human Services
Class Title: EXECUTIVE II - 13852
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Salary $6,339-$9,178/month ($76,068-$110,136/year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC062
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.
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.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.
Posting Identification Number 46046
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
The Office of Business Services is seeking to hire a Statewide Facility Project Liaison for all state owned and operated facilities within the Department of Human Services (DHS). This position travels to conduct statewide field reviews and evaluates projects and addresses problems that arise; monitors the fiscal activities of the Department’s Permanent Improvement Fund (PIF) Projects; and develops cost projections for PIF structure projects statewide. The selected candidate will assist the Capital Improvements Supervisor in the development and implementation of the yearly DHS Capital Program by communicating with the state operated facilities to help determine their capital needs and priorities. The candidate must have excellent organizational and communication skills, the ability to provide guidance to local staff in requesting project budgets, and a strong background in project management specifically related to large-scale construction of physical plant and infrastructure.
Essential Functions
- Serves as Statewide Facility Project Liaison of all state owned and operated facilities.
- Provides direction to building site managers and to facility directors and central office staff on the preparation of PIF budget requests to ensure compliance with department instructions and guidance.
- Plans the utilization of expenditures to ensure overall fundability and maximum utilization of the Departmental and CDB fiscal resources.
- Develops cost projections for PIF structure projects statewide.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonable within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years 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 two (2) years of responsible administrative experience, requires two (2) years of experience in capital programming for a public or private organization using e-Builder applications.
Preferred Qualifications
- Two (2) years of professional experience in capital programming and project management for a public or private organization using e-Builder applications.
- Two (2) years of professional experience working with construction trades and physical plant engineers/managers.
- Two (2) years of professional experience developing cost projections for large capital projects for a public or private organization, including, but not limited to, preparing budget summaries and justifications for projects, preparing reports for leadership including impact statements, and reviewing proposals prior to making recommendations on funding and project scope.
- Two (2) years of professional experience preparing project budget requests and analysis for large capital projects for a public or private organization, including, but not limited to, providing direction to site managers and staff regarding all fiscal activities related to proposed/active projects and recommending project changes/adjustments as required to ensure budgeted expenditures are not exceeded.
- Two (2) years of professional experience planning expenditures within identified funding sources for large capital projects for a public or private organization.
- Two (2) years of professional experience working with Microsoft Excel.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires the ability to travel, including overnight stays.
*All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours: 8am-4:30pm Monday - Friday
Work Location: 5020 Industrial Ave, Springfield, Illinois, 62703
Business Services
Facility Support Services and Capital Improvements
Capital Improvements/Facility Projects
Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Leadership & Management; Social Services
About the Agency:
The Department of Human Services serves families in need all 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)
- Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time 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://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx
This position DOES contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).
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.
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:
- donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
- systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
Nearest Major Market: Springfield