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Assistant Administrator

State Of Illinois


Job Location:

Chicago, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: m 10900 - 12900
Posted: 29 September 2026 (3 days ago)
Application Deadline: 27 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Requisition ID:58930
Opening Date:
09/24/2026
Closing Date:
10/08/2026
Agency:
Capital Development Board
Class Title:
ASSISTANT ADMINISTRATOR (60252)
Skill Option:
None
Bilingual Option:

Salary:
Anticipated Starting Salary $10900-$12900 monthly
Job Type:
Salaried
Category:
Full Time
Number of Vacancies:
1
Bargaining Unit Code:
None/non-code
Merit Comp Code:
None/non-code
Work Hours: Monday- Friday 8:30-5:00 (flex and hybrid schedules available)
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: 3 to 5 Days per week in office depending on operational needs
Headquarter Location:
555 W Monroe St Chicago Illinois 60661
Work County:
Cook
Agency Contact:

A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one.

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 youre helping to improve schools protect our natural resources or support families in need youre part of something biggersomething that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career youre looking for we offer jobs that fit your life and your scheduleflexible 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

Capital Development Board (CDB) is hiring a Assistant Administrator for our Professional Services Department. Under the general direction of the Professional Services Administrator the incumbent assists the Professional Services Administrator in providing strategic leadership and direction for the design and construction of capital improvement projects for the State of Illinois. Supports the Professional Services Administrator in the delivery of high-quality work products improved productivity and internal and external client satisfaction. We invite all interested and qualified candidates to apply!

Essential Functions
  • Coordinates and addresses technical and complex issues related to project design plan reviews annual client agency capital needs surveys directing project estimating and in-house design services.
  • Provides technical and management support to the Design Review process for the review of project bidding documents including plans specifications estimates and code analyses submitted by outside consultants.
  • Assists in the supervision of Professional Services staff including annual performance evaluations.
  • Assists in the development of Illinois Energy Codes by working with the Illinois Energy Conservation Advisory Council Capital Development Board Office of the Governor and Joint Committee on Administrative Rules.
  • Assists with providing reports delivering presentations and representing CDB at executive meetings legislative hearings stakeholder meetings and public events.
  • Assists in coordinating with CDB units including Capital Programs and Construction to deliver timely and accurate technical support.
  • Assists in addressing complex or escalated issues with architects engineers contractors and client agencies that cannot be resolved at staff level.
  • Assists the in-house design process by overseeing the professional staff in the preparation of construction documents estimates and schedules.
  • 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.
  • Requires ten (10) years of progressively responsible professional experience in engineering architecture construction management facilities management or commercial construction including extensive knowledge of construction methods project management contract administration procurement building systems and construction practices.
  • Requires at least five (5) years of experience directing professional staff managing construction or capital improvement programs or administering complex construction projects.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Prefers ability to supervise professional and support staff.
  • Prefers two (2) years experience managing the expectations of stakeholders including clients construction industry professionals government agencies and construction regulators.
  • Prefers two (2) years experience developing and delivering presentations briefings reports training and updates to executive leadership and staff.
  • Prefers two (2) years experience with office software packages virtual meeting platforms and working knowledge of construction industry software including PrimaveraP6 MS Project Smartsheet or Procore construction industry BIM or CAD solutions such as AutoCAD BIM Revit or Bluebeam.
  • Prefers working knowledge of asbestos regulations and LEED certification requirements.
Conditions of Employment
  • Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
  • Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties with overnight stays as appropriate. Requires appropriate valid drivers license.
  • Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment the employee shall prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
  • This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.
  • The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Benefits of State Employment
As a State of Illinois employee you are entitled to a robust benefits package that includes:
Flexible work schedules in some program areas (flexible time and hybrid options)
Health life vision and dental insurance 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave
Pension Plan vesting at 10 years for Tier II
Full 20-year retirement awards free health insurance during retirement
Deferred compensation and other pre-tax benefits programs
Paid state holidays 13-14 days annually
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 and vacation rates modified for 12-hour work schedules. (As applicable.)
Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources
For more information about our benefits please follow this link: State Employee Benefits

About the Agency
The Capital Development Board (CDB) oversees the construction of new state facilities such as correctional centers state parks mental health facilities and college and university addition CDB is responsible for renovation and rehabilitation projects at over 8770 state-owned buildings spread over more than 100 million square feet of floor space.

Revolving Door:
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment the employee shall prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.

Statement of Economic Interest:
This position is subject to Statement of Economic Interests filing as required by the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act.

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Required Experience:

Unclear Seniority


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