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Restaurant Meal Program Specialist (EXECUTIVE I)

illinois Springfield, IL

$19k-24k (estimate)

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illinois is Hiring a Restaurant Meal Program Specialist (EXECUTIVE I) Near Springfield, IL

Agency : Department of Human Services

Opening Date: July 2, 2024
Closing Date/Time: 07/16/2024
Salary: Anticipated Salary (Eff 7/1/24) $5,703-$8,170/month ($68,436-$98,040/year)
Job Type: Salaried
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC062

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

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.

While not required, a 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 the Additional Documents section of your application. 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.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

Posting Identification Number 37819

Position Overview

The Division of Family and Community Services is seeking to hire a Restaurant Meal Program Specialist. This position serves as support staff to the Restaurant Meal Program Manager. This position will be a key participant in special EBT projects; acts as a liaison between farmers markets and the State’s Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) contractor; serves as a subject matter expert between EBT system and the State’s eligibility system; coordinates with IDHS SNAP Fraud Unit in investigating retailer and customer fraud; and reviews requests to assist in transaction analysis as it relates to stolen benefit replacement.

Job Responsibilities

Serves as Restaurant Meal Program Specialist.
Serves as support staff for special EBT projects.
Acts as a liaison between farmers markets and the State’s Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) contractor.
Serves as a subject matter expert between EBT system and the State’s eligibility system.
Coordinates with IDHS SNAP Fraud Unit in investigating retailer and customer fraud.
Reviews requests to assist in transaction analysis as it relates to stolen benefit replacement.
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 (4) years of college, preferably with course work in business or public administration.
Requires one (1) year of responsible administrative experience in a public or business administration OR completion of an agency approved professional management training program.

Preferred Qualifications

Two (2) years of professional experience working with the policies and procedures within the area of responsibility, including basic knowledge of the operation of Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) systems, preferably Illinois Link.
Two (2) years of professional experience using computers, including spreadsheets, database and word processing packages.
Two (2) years of professional experience analyzing data and trends and preparing reports and recommendations for procedural and/or policy changes.
Two (2) years of professional experience interacting with and communication clearly and tactfully with a wide range of individuals that include agency staff, state agency officials, customers, public, and internal and external stakeholders.
One (1) year of professional experience exercising judgement and discretion in developing, implementing, and interpreting departmental policies and procedures.
One (1) year of professional experience utilizing critical thinking skills while multi-tasking multiple projects.

Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm
Work Location: 100 South Grand Ave E, Springfield, Illinois, 62762

Family and Community Services

Office of Family & Community Resource Centers/Statewide Program Initiatives

Illinois Link/EBT Unit

Springfield/Sangamon County

Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@Illinois.gov

Posting Group: Leadership & Management; Social Services

About the Agency: The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.

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)
• GI Bill® Training/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: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

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 the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.

Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage 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 the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – 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: