Executive I Energy Grants Liaison
Executive I Energy Grants Liaison
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$ 5703 - 8170
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Job Description
Job Requisition ID:46463
Closing Date: 05/06/2025
Agency:Environmental Protection Agency
Class Title:EXECUTIVE I 13851
Skill Option:None
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $5703 monthly; Full Range $5703 $8170 monthly.
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:RC062
Merit Comp Code:
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 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 upload a copy of your official/unofficial transcripts for all degrees earned and a copy of any applicable professional licenses you possess to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. ***
Note: The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency must verify and have proof of higher education and coursework (if applicable) for any degree earned before any offer can be extended.
*Answer all questions thoroughlyDO NOT STATE SEE RESUME*
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.
Job Overview
The Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Associate Directors Office Office of Energy is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Executive 1 Energy Grants Liaison. This position will provide grant management and contract administration including planning application development and expenditure tracking for energy efficiency renewable energy and energy assurance programs. The ideal candidate will be experienced in grant performance monitoring budget tracking working in federal reporting databases and intergovernmental collaboration. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply and join the mission to advance energy initiatives in Illinois.
The benefits of working at the IEPA include a 37 hour work week a generous salary and benefits package (paid time off for vacation sick or personal leave holidays) pension and other retirement benefits tuition reimbursement and insurance eligibility on day one (medical dental vision and life). We invite all qualified candidates to apply.
Essential Functions
- Serves as an Energy Program Grant Liaison for the Associate Directors Office Office of Energy Illinois
Environmental Protection Agencys (IEPA) for assigned Energy Programs: - Serves as liaison with organizations and federal state and local agencies that may be able to supply funds
training and technical assistance to facilitate assigned energy programs. - Collaborates with the Office of Energy Manager and Associate Director in implementing assigned energy
programs; - Tracks assigned energy program activities:
- Represents the assigned energy programs in the Office of Energy at events and meetings with outside
stakeholders organizations and other governmental entities: - Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated
above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires knowledge skill and mental developmental equivalent to completion of four years of college preferably with
coursework in business or public administration.
- Requires one year of responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization or completion of an
agency approved professional management training program.
Specialized Skills (Used for certain BU Employees only)
- Requires one year of experience in executing federal grants or cooperative agreements including work plan and budget
development and regular contact with grantees.
- Requires one year of experience in grant performance monitoring tracking cost match and working in federal reporting
databases.
- Requires one year of experience in energy policy and programs such as energy efficiency or renewable generation.
Preferred Qualifications (In Order of Significance)
- Prefers at least one 1 year of experience in executing federal grants or cooperative agreements including work plan and
budget development and regular contact with grantees.
- Prefers at least one 1 year of experience in grant performance monitoring tracking cost match and working in federal
reporting databases.
- Prefers at least one 1 year of experience in energy policy and programs such as energy efficiency or renewable
generation.
- Prefers at least one 1 year of experience practicing the principles of governmental accounting program budgeting
personnel statistics and procurement.
- Prefers at least one 1 year of experience exercising the principles and practices of public and business administration.
- Prefers at least one 1 year of experience in developing and managing a small agency function program.
- Prefers ability to estimate and budget for future needs and cost of personnel space equipment supplies and services.
- Prefers ability to utilize a personal computer with knowledge of Microsoft Word Excel and Access software.
- Prefers ability to analyze administrative problems and adopt an effective course of action.
- Prefers ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires the ability to travel.
- Requires a current and valid drivers license.
- Requires the ability to pass a namebased background check.
- Overtime is a condition of employment and you may at times be requested or required/ to work overtime.
- Requires the ability to use an Agencyissued cell phone.
- Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/545 apply to this position. As a result the
employee should be aware that if offered nonState employment during state employment or within one year immediately
after ending State employment the employee shall prior to accepting any such nonState employment offer notify the Office
of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
- This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring
the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act 5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.
requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary
of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of
Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with Executive Ethics
Commission. (See Executive Order 1509 Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.
*The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours: 8:30 am 5:00 pm Monday Friday
Work Location: 2520 West Iles Avenue Springfield IL 62704
Agency Contact:Chris Steinkruger
Email:
Phone #:
Posting Group: Office & Administrative Support; Environmental & Natural Resources
This position DOES contain Specialized Skills (as that term is used in CBAs).
Revolving Door:Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/545 apply to this position. As a result the employee should be aware that if offered nonState employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment the employee shall prior to accepting any such nonState employment offer notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) and seek a revolving door determination from the OEIG or may be subject to a fine.
Agency Statement:The mission of the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA) is to safeguard environmental quality consistent with the social and economic needs of the State of Illinois so as to protect health welfare property and the quality of life. IEPA works to safeguard the states natural resources from pollution to provide a healthy environment for its citizens. By partnering with businesses local governments and citizens IEPA is dedicated to continued protection of the air we breathe and our water and land resources.
The IEPA does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H1B visa status). To be considered for permanent IEPA employment applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a fulltime basis
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 homepage in the blue ribbon.
NonState employees should log in on the using the View Profile link in the top right of the 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 click Application Procedures in the footer of every page of the website.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
