Grants/Nofo Program Manager
Grants/Nofo Program Manager
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$ 8281 - 12223
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Job Description
Job Requisition ID:48439
Opening Date: 07/23/2025
Closing Date: 08/05/2025
Agency:Department of Human Services
Class Title:PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015
Skill Option:Health and Human Services
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $8281 - $12223 per month ($99372 - $146676 per year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:RC063 Professional Employees EducatorsJuvenile Justice School Counselors and Special Education Resources Coordinatorsand Physicians AFSCME
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 Developmental Disabilities is seeking to hire a Grant/NOFO Manger in the Bureau of Grant Programs Management located in Springfield Illinois. This position serves as a Grant/NOFO Manager independently performs complex duties of grant management operations. Manages Notice of Funding Opportunities the merit review process and training. Serves as a grant liaison monitors grant funding to the agency completeness strategic goals and develops grantee training to inform grantees of changes in federal state and/or agency procedures. Works directly with the Grant Program Unit on grantee applications contracts and internal controls.
Essential Functions
- Serves as Program Manager for Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) and Notice of Funding Opportunities (NOFO) for assigned grant programs.
- Monitors data analyzed by the Grant Management Unit related to deliverables and performance reporting for individuals receiving services through the Divisions grant programs.
- Serves as full-line supervisor.
- Develops publishes and presents communications policy and periodic reports.
- 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 years (4) college.
- Requires prior experience equivalent to three years (3) of progressively responsible administrative experience in the fields of health or human services.
Preferred Qualifications
- Two (2) years of professional experience utilizing the Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) and grantmaking processes for a public or private organization as a grantor or grantee/vendor.
- Three (3) years of professional experience establishing and maintaining funding for programs for a public or private organization.
- Three (3) years of professional experience exercising a high degree of initiative and independent judgment in developing and formulating policies standards and procedures for a public or private organization.
- Two (2) years of professional experience analyzing and evaluating programs and operations for a public or private organization.
- One (1) year of professional experience working with program objectives for community agencies developing public policy for disability programs.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires the ability to develop spreadsheets utilizing software such as Microsoft Excel Power Point Word Adobe PDF DocuSign as well as hardware laptops and cellular phones used in the scope of the position.
- Requires the ability to travel in the performance of job duties.
- Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment the employee shall prior to accepting any such non-State 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.
Work Hours:Mon - Fri 8:30am - 5:00pm 1 hour unpaid lunch
Work Location:600 E Ash St Springfield Illinois 62703
Division of Developmental Disabilities
Grants Program Support
Posting Group:Leadership & Management; Social Services
About the Agency:
The Illinois Department of Human Services uplifts individuals and communities across Illinois. Our mission is to respond to the needs of all people in Illinois so they can lead healthy safe and enriched lives. Our vision is the future we are shaping with dignity and the well-being for everyone in Illinois. Our values are the principles that guide us as we work to remove systemic barriers and create lasting opportunities with Compassion Accessibility Responsibility and Equity.
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: Door:
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment the employee shall prior to accepting any such non-State 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.
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:
Manager
Employment Type
Grant
