ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR PROGRAM COMPLIANCE

Job Requisition ID: 53475
Closing Date:
​Agency: Illinois Community College Board
Class Title: Assistant DIRECTOR - 60264 
Salary: 43,700.00 - 50,000.00
Job Type: Salaried
County: Sangamon

 

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com 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 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.

 

The Illinois Community College Board

Illinois community colleges serve almost 600,000 residents each year in credit, noncredit, and continuing education courses. Illinois is home to 45 colleges in 39 community college districts which provide high quality, accessible, cost-effective educational opportunities to the entire state.

 

ICCB offers an excellent benefits package, including competitive employee insurance premiums as well as flexible options for medical coverage. Vision insurance is included at no cost and dental insurance is available. Eligible employees participate in the State University Retirement System, which offers medical insurance upon retirement. Tuition waivers are offered for continued educational goals, and a generous paid time off package includes paid holidays, earned vacation, sick, and personal time.

For more information on benefits visit: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/StateEmployee/Pages/default.aspx.

Assistant Director for Program Compliance:

The Assistant Director for Program Compliance plays a pivotal role in ensuring the adherence of various grantees to policies and procedures in accordance with Education Department Guidance, Administrative Regulations, and the Illinois Grant Accountability and Transparency Act. This position requires a dynamic individual to provide support, guidance, and oversight in collaboration with programmatic, compliance, and finance teams.

Duties/Responsibilities:

     Grant Administration and Compliance

• Provide support and guidance to grantees in interpreting and administering policies consistent with Education Department Guidance, Administrative Regulations, and the Illinois Grant Accountability and Transparency Act.
• Facilitate the grant process from start to finish, managing all required documents, including notices of funding opportunity, programmatic risk assessments, and reporting.
• Review and approve budgets, budget modifications, and quarterly reports submitted by grantees.
• Utilize the grant management system to review and approve grant-related documents.
• Develop, implement, and maintain written policies and procedures for various programs and initiatives.
• Organize and maintain the division’s paper and electronic records as required by federal and state laws.

     Program Monitoring and Evaluation

• Work with program staff to monitor and assess program effectiveness, policies, and compliance for all relevant grants within the division.
• Participate in the development and dissemination of grant program manuals.
• Complete and fulfill federal and state audit compliance requests in consultation with program staff.

     Training and Technical Assistance

• Provide technical assistanc