Senior Procurement Counsel
Senior Procurement Counsel
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$ 10000 - 11000
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Job Description
Job Requisition ID:44686
Closing Date/Time: 03/14/2025
Agency:Department of Corrections
Class Title:SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTR 40070
Skill Option:Special License Illinois Law License
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $10000; Anticipated Starting Salary Range: $10000$11000/month
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU:Term Appointment Gubernatorial (Management Bill) 000
****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 Department of Correctionsmust 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.
Posting Identification Number 44686
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 youre helping to improve schools protect our natural resources or support families in need youre part of something biggersomething that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career youre looking for we offer jobs that fit your life and your scheduleflexible 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 toptier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.
Position Overview
The Senior Procurement Counsel is responsible for providing specialized legal oversight in procurement and regulatory matters focusing on sensitive issues. Key responsibilities include offering legal advice on procurement policies and statutes managing legal matters negotiating vendor contracts ensuring compliance and drafting rules and regulations. The ideal candidate should have a passion for legal services excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with the Department of Corrections management and other state professionals. We invite all qualified candidates to apply.
Essential Functions
- Subject to administrative approval serves as Senior Procurement Counsel.
- Conducts and directs technical and specialized legal work in the areas of Procurement and related policy/regulatory matters often highly sensitive and controversial.
- Provides advice and analysis regarding various statutes and legislation pertaining to Procurement programs policies and procedures.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires prior experience equivalent to four 4 years of progressively responsible administrative experience performing legal work in a public or business organization.
- Requires a law degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school.
- Requires the possession of a license to practice law in the State of Illinois.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prefers at least four 4 years of professional experience in public procurement.
- Prefers at least four 4 years of professional experience drafting contracts and conducting contract negotiations.
- Prefers at least four 4 years of professional experience drafting legislation and/or administrative rules.
- Prefers at least four 4 years of professional experience in legal research and writing.
- Prefers procurement certifications such as UPPCC Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO) or the Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB).
Employment Conditions
- Requires possession of a current active license to practice law in the State of Illinois.
- Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties with overnight stays as appropriate.
- Overtime is a condition of employment and you may be required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled unscheduled or lastminute overtime.
- Requires use of agencysupplied equipment (i.e. mobile phone laptop etc..
- Requires ability to attend seminars conferences and trainings to stay current on methods tools ideologies or other industry related topics relevant to the job duties.
- Requires ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
- Requires ability to pass a drug screen. The use of unauthorized by an employee regardless of position held is prohibited.
- Applicants are required to abide by all vaccine and/or other medical standards as set out by the employer.
- The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours: MondayFriday 8:00am5:00pm; SaturdaySunday off
Work Location: 1301 Concordia Ct Springfield IL
Agency Contact: Demetria Greenwald
Email:
Posting Group: Leadership & Management; Legal Audit & Compliance
Term Appointment: Candidates hired into a term position shall be appointed for a term of 4 years and are subject to a probationary period. The term may be renewed for successive fouryear terms at the Director of theDepartment of Correctionss discretion.
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:
About the Agency:The Illinois Department of Corrections is a multicultural agency deeply committed to ensuring diversity equity and inclusion. This commitment is at the forefront of our operations hiring policies and procedures and training. We recognize the benefit of workplace empowerment the importance of diversity and fully support an environment where ALL employees are treated fairly respectfully and have equal access to opportunities and resources necessary to thrive and contribute to the agencys success. IDOC genuinely values the differences of individuals in our custody and is committed to ensuring a healthy living environment where they feel valued respected and included. Through our commitment to Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) we shall establish and uphold agency policies and practices conducive to eliminating all forms of exclusion including but not limited to racism ageism ableism sexism discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender and religious oppression. The IDOC team works to serve justice in Illinois and increase public safety by promoting positive change in behavior of individuals in custody operating successful reentry programs and reducing victimization. Employees enjoy excellent benefits including health vision and dental insurance; retirement plan and deferred compensation; state holidays and other benefit time off; and pretax benefit programs. The department also offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities. The Illinois Department of Corrections is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
As an IDOC employee you are entitled to a robust benefits package that includes:
Health life vision and dental insurance
12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave
Pension Plan vesting at 10 years for Tier II
Full 20year retirement awards free health insurance during retirement.
Deferred compensation and other pretax benefits programs
Paid state holidays 1314 days annually
3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
1025 Days of Paid Vacation time annually 10 days in year one of employment)
Personal sick and vacation rates modified for 12hour work schedules. (As applicable.
Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources For more information about our benefits please follow this link:Bureau of Benefits (illinois)
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
