Preparedness Grant Programs Section Manager State of Illinois•3.7 Springfield, IL Job Details Permanent | Full-time $8,571•$10,000 a month 1 day ago Qualifications Administrative experience Driver's License Full Job Description .buttontextab3a880b17a594ef a{ border: 1px solid transparent; } .buttontextab3a880b17a594ef a: focus{ border: 1px dashed #ff9933 !important; outline: none !important; } We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome Reasonable Accommodation Statement The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents Additional Documents section for each application. Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at or call (217) 524-7514 for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation. Sponsorship for Employment The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Disclosure of Salary Information In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant's wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant's wage or salary history. To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials. .buttontext1994038eb7b1eb4e a{ border: 1px solid transparent; } .buttontext1994038eb7b1eb4e a: focus{ border: 1px dashed #000000 !important; outline: none !important; }

Date:

Sep 9, 2026

Location:

Springfield, IL, US, 62703 #job-location.job-location-inline { display: inline; }

Job Requisition ID:

58607

Job Requisition ID:

58607

Opening Date:

09/09/2026

Closing Date:

09/23/2026

Agency:

Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security Class Title:

PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR

•37015

Skill Option:

General Administration/Business Marketing/Labor/Personnel Bilingual Option:

None Salary:

Anticipated Starting Salary $8,571•$10,000 monthly

Job Type:

Salaried Category:

Full Time Number of Vacancies:

1

Bargaining Unit Code:

None Merit Comp Code:

Managerial Exclusion from RC063

Collective Bargaining Coverage Work Hours:

8:00a•4:30p / Monday•

Friday Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability:

2 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs

Headquarter Location:

2200 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, Illinois, 62703

Work County:

Sangamon Agency Contact:

ABOUT THE AGENCY

Statement:

Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of others? The Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS) is a team of dedicated public servants who are committed to better preparing the State of Illinois for natural, manmade, or technological disasters, hazards, or acts of terrorism.

IEMA-OHS

coordinates the State's disaster mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery programs and activities, functions as the State Emergency Response Commission, and maintains a 24-hour Communication Center and State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC). The SEOC acts as lead in crisis/consequence management response and operations to notify, activate, deploy and employ state resources in response to any threat or act of terrorism.

IEMA-OHS

assists local governments with multi-hazard emergency operations plans and maintains the Illinois Emergency Operations Plan.

IEMA-OHS

is also responsible for protecting Illinois residents from the potentially harmful effects of ionizing radiation, administering more than two dozen programs to protect citizens and the environment. Programs include extensive emergency planning and response efforts and training for local responders for accidents involving radiation; inspecting and regulating radioactive materials licensees; registering and inspecting radiation producing equipment and facilities statewide; accrediting medical radiation technologists; and certifying mammography facilities.

IEMA-OHS

also monitors 11 nuclear power reactors at six nuclear stations licensed to generate electricity in Illinois and inspects and escorts spent nuclear fuel shipments.

Position Overview:

The Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS) is seeking a Preparedness and Grant Programs Section Manager. This position is responsible for administering and managing the state and federal Preparedness Grant Programs for

IEMA-OHS.

Our employees work in an ever-changing environment that presents new challenges and rewarding results. If you are interested in joining our team of compassionate and integrity driven public servants, we invite you to apply for the Preparedness Grant Programs Section Manager position with

IEMA-OHS!

A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a

DETAILED

Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the

MY DOCUMENTS

section of your application if you decide to provide one. 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 you're helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you're part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career you're looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible 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. Essential Functions Under general direction, serves as the Preparedness Grant Programs Section Manager for Illinois Emergency Management Agency-Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS). Serves as a full line supervisor. Develops, implements, and maintains the various programs utilized by the Preparedness Grant Programs Section. Manages federal and state grant program requirements to ensure the timely submission of quarterly, semi-annual, and annual activity and performance reports for

IEMA-OHS.

Plans and confers with agency management for the agency's participation in external and internal programmatic reviews of federal and state grant program awards. 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 (4) years of college, preferably with courses in business or public administration. Requires prior experience equivalent to three (3) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization. Preferred Qualifications Prefers three (3) years of professional experience administering federal grants. Prefers three (3) years of professional experience administering and overseeing federal pass-through grant programs, including grant budgeting, financial tracking, compliance monitoring, interpretation of federal requirements, and preparation and submission of federal grant reports. Prefers three (3) years of professional experience working with Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) grant requirements, and investment justification writing and reporting. Prefers three (3) years of professional experience supervising staff. Prefers three (3) years of experience utilizing Microsoft Office Suite and or similar computer systems, software, and templates. Conditions of Employment Requires a criminal history check through the Illinois State Police. Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history. Requires the ability to use state issued equipment, such as cell phone, laptop, etc. Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate. Requires appropriate, valid driver's license. Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime. This may require the ability to work evenings and weekends. 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. The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Revolving 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. 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:

Nearest Major Market:

Springfield