DOC Fiscal Business Manager - Purchasing

Agency :   Department of Corrections

Class Title :  BUSINESS MANAGER - 05815

Skill Option :   None

Bilingual Option :   None

Closing Date / Time : 02 / 26 / 2025

Salary : Anticipated Starting Salary $5,703 a month; CBA Applies Full Range $5,703- $8,539 a month.

Job Type : Salaried

Category :  Full Time

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.

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

Posting Identification Number  44284

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

The Illinois Department of Corrections is looking for a professional Business Manager in its Fiscal Department. The Business Manager serves as a liaison among Purchasing, Contract Management, and Sourcing Units. Key duties include facilitating communication and procurement processes, following up on Shared Services projects, providing technical assistance for Small Business waivers, and gathering information for staff. The role also involves managing procurements, including reviewing bid specifications, preparing bids, and maintaining procurement records. This individual will serve as a working supervisor, help ensure the quality of goods and services, respond to fiscal inquiries, and manage audits and information requests. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.

Essential Functions

• Serves as primary liaison between the Purchasing, Contract Management and Sourcing Units to ensure communication, documentation, and procurement procedures and processes are being shared between the three units.
• Serves as working supervisor.
• Reviews and prepares procurements.
• Manages the maintenance of Purchasing unit procurement files, records, and documentation.
• Works in conjunction with Contract Management and Sourcing staff to verify contract monitoring reports submitted by field staff.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Conditions of Employment

Work Hours :    Monday- Friday 8 : 30am -5 : 00pm; Saturday / Sunday off

Work Location :    1021 North Grand Avenue East, Springfield, IL 62702

Agency Contact :   suzanne.latourelle2@illinois.gov

Posting Group :    Fiscal, Finance & Procurement; Leadership & Management

This position [DOES NOT] contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

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.

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 :

About the Agency :   The Illinois Department of Corrections is a multicultural agency deeply committed to ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion. This commitment is at the forefront of our operations, hiring, policies and procedures, and training. We recognize the benefit of workplace empowerment, the importance of diversity and fully support an environment where ALL employees are treated fairly, respectfully, and have equal access to opportunities and resources necessary to thrive and contribute to the agency's success. IDOC genuinely values the differences of individuals in our custody and is committed to ensuring a healthy living environment where they feel valued,  respected, and included.

Through our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEi), we shall establish and uphold agency policies and practices conducive to eliminating all forms of exclusion including, but not limited to, racism, ageism, ableism, sexism, discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender, and religious oppression. The IDOC team works to serve justice in Illinois and increase public safety by promoting positive change in behavior of individuals in custody, operating successful reentry programs, and reducing victimization. Employees enjoy excellent benefits, including health, vision, and dental insurance; retirement plan and deferred compensation; state holidays and other benefit time off, and pre-tax benefit programs. The department also offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities. The Illinois Department of Corrections is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

As an IDOC employee, you are entitled to a robust benefits package that includes :

Salary : $5,703 - $8,539