Chief Accountability Officer

Job Requisition ID: 52070
Closing Date: 12/23/2025
​Agency: Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board
Class Title: SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTR - 40070 
Skill Option: Fiscal Management/Accounting/Budget/ Internal Audit/Insurance/Financial 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $10,417- $12,417 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: None
Merit Comp Code: Term Appointment/ Agency

 

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.

 

Position Overview:

The Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board (ILETSB) invites well qualified candidates to apply for the position of Chief Accountability Officer. Our Chief Accountability Officer is responsible for Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) implementation and compliance. The ideal candidate for this position will have professional experience in grant management as well as the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, be highly organized, have well-honed supervisory skills, be able to maintain and develop positive, cooperative working relationships, and be capable of multi-tasking to keep up with the demands of a busy and growing agency. ILETSB is conveniently located at the southern edge of downtown Springfield in a beautifully maintained building across from the Lincoln’s Home National Historic Site with free secured parking on-site.  Employees enjoy excellent benefits, including life, health, vision, and dental insurance; a secure retirement plan and deferred compensation options; a generous number of paid state holidays and other time off; pre-tax benefit programs; flexible work schedules; and the potential for being approved for a hybrid remote work schedule upon becoming fully trained.

 

Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board offers a robust benefit package including:

• Monday-Friday schedule
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance
• Paid Parental leave
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs
• Employees earn (12) paid sick days annually
• (10-25) paid vacation days (based on years of service)
• Employees earn (3) paid personal days (pro-rated based on start date)
• (13-14) paid state holidays annually

Work hours and schedule will be mutually agreed upon by supervisor during the onboarding process.

 

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

• Serves as the Chief Accountability Officer (CAO) responsible for Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) implementation and compliance. 
• Works in conjunction with the Chief Fiscal Officer on a variety of fiscal duties related to the agency’s grant programs.
• Serves as full-line supervisor.
• During disasters, because of vacancies, or as directed by the CFO, may serve in various fiscal roles as a multi-skilled backup to assist in various fiscal work throughout the section.
• Performs other fiscal duties as required or assigned which are reasonable within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill,