Program Specialist
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$ 6589 - 9540
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Job Description
Job Requisition ID:47292
Closing Date:
Agency:Liquor Control Commission
Class Title:EXECUTIVE II 13852
Skill Option:None
Bilingual Option:
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary (effective 7/1/25) $6589 per month; Full Range $6589 $9540 per month
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Cook
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.
Why Work for Illinois
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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 Illinois Liquor Control Commission is seeking to hire an Executive II (Program Specialist) to oversee operations within the Chicago Office Industry Education Division. This individual will manage the agencys statewide education programs ensuring efficient and effective operation through the development execution and evaluation of key program components. This includes the administration of policies forms and reports related to training certificates fiscal reporting and trainee profiles. They will maintain a high level of expertise in industry trends legislative changes and best practices ensuring the programs alignment with evolving standards. In this role the Program Specialist will also be tasked with conducting compliance checks and audits of training providers reviewing course curricula and assessing the effectiveness of training programs through participant feedback and performance metrics. This position will require strong skills in designing and delivering dynamic training sessions using a variety of instructional methods and technologies to engage diverse audiences. They will collaborate with the Industry Education team to create training materials presentations and curriculum content that promote effective learning outcomes. Additionally the Program Specialist will be responsible for managing the agencys program publications and increasing community visibility by attending events such as festivals farmers markets and municipal gatherings. This role includes developing promotional materials including brochures and industry insights to support the agencys educational initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of the programs objectives demonstrate excellent communication skills and ensure the continuous development and training of staff to promote a culture of ongoing improvement. The Program Specialist will also support the troubleshooting of software issues ensuring the seamless operation of program tools and systems.
As a State of Illinois employee you are entitled to a robust benefits package that includes:
Flexible work schedules in some program areas (flexible time and hybrid options)
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:State Employee Benefits
Essential Functions
- Under direction as a function administrator organizes plans executes controls and evaluates the operation of the agencys statewide education programs.
- Reviews the standards and objectives to ensure efficient and effective operation of the agencys programs.
- Designs and delivers dynamic training sessions using various instructional methods and technologies.
- Manages program publications by increasing visibility in the community and through media.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires knowledge skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college preferably with coursework in business or public administration.
- Requires two years of responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prefers project management certification (CAPM PMP etc.)
- Prefers two (2) years of experience developing training materials and conducting training.
- Prefers two (2) years of experience in Microsoft office Suite (Word Outlook Excel) databases (Access GenTax SQL SalesForce etc.) and internet research tools.
- Prefers intermediate proficiency with social media and design programs (Canva Adobe Photoshop Adobe InDesign etc.)
- Prefers two (2) years of experience with public speaking.
Employment Conditions
- Requires the ability to pass a background check and selfdisclosure of criminal history.
- Requires a valid appropriate drivers license.
- Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties with overnight stays as appropriate.
- Overtime is a condition of employment and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled unscheduled or lastminute overtime. This may require the ability to work evenings and weekends.
- Cannot have been convicted of any violation of any Federal or State law concerning the manufacture or sale of alcoholic liquor.
- This position prohibits convictions for driving under the influence (DUI).
- No Illinois Liquor Control Commission employee or immediate family member may directly or indirectly individually or as a member of a partnership or as a shareholder of a corporation have any interest whatsoever in the manufacture sale or distribution of alcoholic liquor.
- No Illinois Liquor Control Commission employee or immediate family member may receive any compensation or profit from nor have any interest in the purchases or sales made by the persons authorized (liquor license) or to purchase or to sell alcoholic liquor.
- This position is considered medium work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(c)). Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.
- The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours: Monday Friday 8:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m.
Work Location: 50 W Washington St Chicago Illinois 60602
Agency Contact: Patrick Schoeben
Email:
Phone #:
Posting Group: Office & Administrative Support; Education
This position DOES NOT contain Specialized Skills (as that term is used in CBAs).
About the Agency
The Illinois Liquor Control Commission (ILCC) protects the health and safety of the public through careful oversight of the manufacture distribution and sale of alcoholic beverages. As a regulatory agency we handle all licensing compliance and enforcement issues. However we also focus on public health and safety concerns particularly preventing underage drinking. We provide industry education guidelines on responsible selling and serving of alcohol public service announcements and materials teen awareness campaigns about alcohol use and parental responsibility initiatives. All stem from our mission to build a safer healthier Illinois.
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Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
