Business Development Consultant
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$ 5928 - 8493
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Job Description
Job Requisition ID:46976
Opening Date:05/23/2025
Closing Date: 06/06/2025
Agency:Department of Human Services
Class Title:EXECUTIVE I - 13851
Skill Option:None
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Salary: (Effective 7/1/25) $5928-$8493/month ($71136-$101916/year)
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.
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 theAdditional Documentssection 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.
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
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 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 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. The Business Enterprise Program for the Blind provides business opportunities for individuals who are legally blind to manage facilities including vending gift shops snack bars and cafeterias. This position is a Business Development Consultant for this program responsible for the facilitating the expansion of locations serviced by blind vendors in the areas of retail vending and food service statewide. The Division of Rehabilitation of Services is seeking to hire a dynamic and detail-oriented Business Development Consultant with strong leadership and communication skills for this position.
Essential Functions
Serves as statewide Business Development Consultant for the Bureau of Customer and Community Blind Services/Business Enterprise Program for the Blind (BEPB).
Maintains relationships and establishes partnerships with stakeholders customers Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) staff blind vendors as well as companies who can assist in identifying businesses companies and agencies who would have a need to be serviced by BEPB.
Maintains a positive relationship with Business Consultants and Blind Vendors.
Develops marketing tools to increase visibility of the program.
Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably with the scope of those 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.
Specialized Skills
Of the one (1) year required experience requires one (1) year in business management budgeting practices developing and implementing marketing outreach strategies to improve sales and increase customer base.
Preferred Qualifications
One (1) year of professional experience requires one year in business or retail management including budgeting practices and developing and implementing marketing outreach strategies to improve sales and increase customer base.
One (1) year of professional experience of developing preparing proposals and/or bids and developing agreements.
One (1) year of professional experience interacting with and communicating clearly and tactfully with a wide range of individuals that include state agency officials the public customers legislators employers internal and external stakeholders and employees.
One (1) year of professional experience working with individuals with disabilities including individuals who are blind visually impaired or Deafblind in a public or private organization providing feedback and/or guidance to obtain and/or retain integrated competitive employment.
One (1) year of professional experience professional experience utilizing computer software such as Microsoft office suites in the preparation of accessible information reports spreadsheets and presentations for various audiences.
One (1) year of professional experience working with federal statutes including but not limited to the Rehabilitation Act and amendments the Social Security Act the Americans with Disabilities Act the Workforce Innovation and Opportunities Act and the Randolph-Sheppard Act.
Conditions of Employment
Requires the ability to travel statewide.
*All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Work Hours:Mon-Fri 7:30am-3:30pm 1 hour unpaid lunch.
Work Location:809 Commercial Ave Springfield Illinois 62703
Division of Rehabilitation Services
Bureau of Customer and Community Blind Services
Business Enterprise Program for the Blind
Posting Group:Leadership & Management; Social Services
About the Agency:
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 arecommitted 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)
10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
Personal Sick & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time 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 Pre-Tax 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: 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 thehomepage in the blue ribbon.
Non-State employees should log in on the using the View Profile link in the top right of thehomepage 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 thecareer portalfor State employees and review theInternal Candidate Application Job Aid
Non-State employees: on 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
