What are the responsibilities and job description for the STATE EXERCISE OFFICER (EXECUTIVE II) position at State of Illinois?
Agency : Emergency Management Agency
Class Title : EXECUTIVE II - 13852
S kill Option : None
Bilingual Option : None
Opening Date / Time : 02 / 14 / 2025
Closing Date / Time : 02 / 28 / 2025
Salary : $6,339- $9,178 / month, anticipated starting salary is $6,339 / month; CBA language applies
Job Type : Salaried
Category : Full Time
County : Sangamon
Number of Vacancies : 1
Plan / BU : RC062
Position Marketing Statement : The Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS) is seeking a forward thinking operational minded individual to join our Operations Division. The individual in this role will be responsible for managing the State Exercise Program and working in conjunction with the State Training Officer and Manager of Training and Exercise to execute a comprehensive statewide exercise program. The successful candidate will have administrative and program management experience, educational / curriculum development experience, emergency management experience and a great work ethic! Our employees work in an ever-changing environment that presents new challenges with rewarding results. If you are interested in joining our team of integrity-driven public servants, we invite you to apply for the State Exercise Officer position with IEMA-OHS!
About the Agency Statement : Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of others? The Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS) is a team of emergency management professionals who support local communities by providing experience, perspective, and resources to help residents prepare for, mitigate, respond to, and recover from threats, hazards, disasters, or emergencies. IEMA-OHS is the lead agency for disasters and emergencies statewide and plays a key role in protecting the health, life, and safety of all Illinoisans.
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 44752
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 State Exercise Officer for the Division of Operations at the Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS).
- Provides leadership to the exercise design teams, assigning work and establishing goals, objectives, and timelines.
- Prepares and coordinates the preparation of After-Action Reviews (AAR) following exercises or actual events.
- Facilitates the annual Integrated Preparedness Plan Workshop (IPPW).
- Assists the Manager of the Training and Exercise Program in the administration of the program.
- Serves as working supervisor.
- Serves in a support staff role in either the State Emergency Operations Center or a field Command Post during incidents and emergency responses.
Minimum Qualifications
Specialized Skills
Preferred Qualifications
Conditions of Employment
Work Hours : Monday-Friday 8 : 00am-4 : 30pm
Work Location : 2200 S Dirksen Pkwy Springfield, IL 62703-4528
Agency Contact : EMA.JOBS@illinois.gov
Posting Group : Leadership & Management
This position [DOES] 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 :
Salary : $6,339 - $9,178
