Business Employment Consultant
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$ 5703 - 8170
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Job Description
Job Requisition ID:45425
Opening Date:04/10/2025
Closing Date/Time:04/23/2025
Agency:Department of Human Services
Class Title:EXECUTIVE I 13851
Skill Option:None
Bilingual Option:None
Salary:Anticipated Salary $5703$8170/month $68436$98040/year)
Job Type:Salaried
Category:Full Time
County:Franklin
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 positionMUSTapply electronically through the2webwebsite. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through theSuccessFactorsemployee career portal.
While not requireda 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 yourapplication. 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 Number45425
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 Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) is the states lead division serving people with disabilities committed to diversity equity inclusion accessibility and racial justice. The mission of the Division is to assist individuals with disabilities in achieving their goals of employment education and independent living. This position as a Business Employment Consultant works with employers in an assigned geographical area to establish integrated competitive employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities. The Division is seeking to hire an organized detailoriented individual with excellent communication skills.
Essential Functions
Serves as a Business Employment Consultant within Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS)/Bureau of engagement and Support Services working in an assigned designated area of the state facilitating the establishment and maintenance of working relationships with the business community to develop integrated competitive employment opportunities for customers in the vocational rehabilitation program.
Researches and maintains awareness of labor market trends employment trends and opportunities for an assigned geographical area.
Collaborates with key partners in responding to business needs and maintaining effective support in addressing business inquiries and needs.
Works with manager to develop strategies to inform field staff service providers customers and critical partners and stakeholders of detailed employment and training opportunities.
Analyzes and recommends policy rules and procedural changes and makes recommendations for implementation and training for field staff.
Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
Requires knowledge skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four 4 years of college preferably with coursework in business or public administration.
Requires one 1 year of responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization or completion of an agency approved professional management training program.
Preferred Qualifications
One 1 year of professional experience in educating businesses on the benefits of hiring individuals with disabilities including but not limited to tax incentives available through Internal Revenue Service diversification in the workplace creation of a positive company image and expansion of the hiring pool.
One 1 year of professional experience working with federal and state regulations related to rehabilitation programs including the Rehabilitation Act and amendments the Workforce Innovationand Opportunity Act or the Americans with Disabilities Act or Social Security Act as it relates tobenefits planning.
One 1 year of professional experience in developing and maintaining partnerships with externalorganizations.
One 1 year of professional experience preparing detailed reports spreadsheets and presentationsin an accessible format for various audiences using software such as Microsoft Word ExcelAccess and PowerPoint.
One 1 year of professional experience researching labor market and employment trends for individuals with disabilities and developing short and longrange program goals.
One 1 year of professional experience interacting with and communication clearly and tactfully witha wide range of individuals that include agency staff state agency officials employers legislators public and internal and external stakeholders.
Conditions of Employment
Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties with overnight stays as appropriate.
*All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours: MonFri 8:30am5pm 1 hour unpaid lunch.
Work Location: 1602 N Main St Benton Illinois 62812
Division of Rehabilitation Services
Bureau of Engagement and Support Services
Business Development
Posting Group: Leadership & Management; Social Services
About the Agency:
The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need 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)
1025 Days of Paid Vacation time annually 10 days in year one of employment)
Personal Sick & Vacation rates modified for 12hour & parttime 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 PreTax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
GI BillTraining/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: 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 the2web homepage in the blue ribbon.
NonState employees should log in on the using the View Profile link in the top right of the2web 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
NonState employees: on 2web 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:
Required Experience:
Contract
Employment Type
Full-Time
