Public Safety Manager

Agency: Criminal Justice Information Authority
Class Title: Public Service Administrator Opt. 7
Skill Option: General Administration/Business Marketing/Labor/Personnel 
Bilingual Option: None 
Closing Date/Time: 12/26/2024
Salary: Anticipated starting salary range $95,592 to $109,200 annually
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: None

 

****A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****

Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV), a copy of your transcripts or diploma for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licensures to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application.

Please note that the Criminal Justice Information Authority must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended.

 

You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.

 

Posting Identification Number  42638

 

THIS POSITION IS REVOLVING DOOR

 

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.

Position Overview

We are looking for an experienced and strategic Program Manager to work at the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority in the Federal and State Grants Unit (FSGU). FSGU offers a rich environment for a self-driven person with experience. The Program Manager responsibilities include managing a team of grant specialists, refining the grant administration process, writing and editing components of Notices of Funding Opportunities (NOFOs), ensuring compliance with grant regulations, reviewing grant proposals, managing grant databases, and reviewing progress and financial reports.

The ideal candidate for this role should have superior organizational skills, and exceptional budgeting and monitoring skills. The Program Manager will reinforce relationships with grantees and will aid in serving the public by leading a team to ensure grantee success in effective and growing programs.

Essential Functions

• Formulates and implements policy and procedures for the National Forensic Science Improvement Act (NFSIA), Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA), Sex Offender Registration and Notification Act (SORNA), National Criminal History Improvement Program (NCHIP)
• Supervises staff; assigns work; approves time off; provides guidance and training; gives oral reprimands; effectively recommends grievance resolutions; completes and signs performance evaluations; establishes annual goals and objectives; counsels staff on problems with productivity, quality of work and conduct; determines staffing needs to achieve program objectives.
• Serves as liaison with policy making officials within State, federal and local government, private agencies and organizations; contacts representative of professional groups and organizations to provide specialized consultation on grants.
• Oversees the distribution of grant information to candidates; consults and advises applicants; assists applicants in both project implementation and adherence to guidelines; resolves problems with grantees.
• Undertakes special projects at the request of and reporting to the Federal and State Grants Unit Director.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned 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 of college with coursework in