Downstate Pre-Apprenticeship Grant Manager

Job Title: DOWNSTATE PRE-APPRENTICESHIP GRANT MANAGER 
Job Requisition ID: 48925 
Closing Date: 08/21/2025 
Agency: Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity 
Class Title: EXECUTIVE II - 13852 
Skill Option: None 
Bilingual Option: None 
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6,589 monthly; Full Range $6,589 - $9,541 
Job Type: Salaried 
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon 
Number of Vacancies: 1 
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME 

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. 

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered. 

PLEASE PROVIDE A COPY OF YOUR COLLEGE TRANSCRIPT FOR VERIFICATION OF COURSEWORK. OFFICIAL COPIES OF TRANSCRIPTS ARE NOT REQUIRED. 

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 career state 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 Pre-Apprenticeship Grant Manager position is part of the Office of Illinois Works. It serves as the main point of contact for pre-apprenticeship training providers located throughout the State of Illinois. This position provides guidance and technical assistance to training providers, ensuring that the required services are delivered effectively. The Office of Illinois Works is the bureau of DCEO that focuses on creating a viable and sustainable workforce pipeline in the construction industry and the trades professions. We welcome interested and qualified candidates wanting to be part of an innovative program with the focus of making a difference in the lives of Illinois residents to apply today! 

Essential Functions                                                                                                                                         • Under general direction, performs professional grant management and administration of complex, statewide pre-apprenticeship grants for the Downstate Region of IL.
• Receives, processes, reviews, and makes determinations on pre-apprenticeship grants programmatic and fiscal reports and required supporting documents.
• Develops, maintains, and implements internal deadlines, ensuring timely processing of grant tasks and acts as the central point of contact during the life of pre-apprenticeship grants for grantees and the Department.
• Serves as team leader for the Pre-Apprenticeship section by providing support, coaching, and collaboration.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned, which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications                                                                                                                                 • Requires the knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to the 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                                                                                                                                             • Requires two (2) years of experience performing grant management.
• Requires two (2) years of experience making presentations and/or delivering training/technical assistance.
• Requires two (2) years of experience working in grant reporting/tracking systems.

Preferred Qualifications                                                                                                                                 • Prefers two (2) years of experience performing grant management.
• Prefers two (2) years of experience making presentations and/or delivering training/technical assistance.
• Prefers two (2) years of experience working in grant reporting/tracking systems.
• Prefers two (2) years of working knowledge of the principles of governmental accounting, program budgeting, personnel, statistics, and procurement.
• Prefers two (2) years of experience creating and evaluating budgets or managing fiscal information.
• Prefers two (2) years of experience developing, implementing, and evaluating new and revised methods, procedures, and performance standards.
• Prefers an intermediate level of experience in the utilization of spreadsheet software, document creation, email, and cloud-based platforms.

Conditions of Employment                                                                                                                           • Requires an appropriate, valid driver's license.
• Requires the ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
• Requires the 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. 

Work Hours: MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM 
Work Location: 1020 S. Spring Street, Springfield, IL 62704 
Agency Contact: CEO.HR@illinois.gov (FOR INQUIRIES ONLY - INTERESTED APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE)                                                                                                                          Posting Group: Leadership & Management 

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 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. 

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