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Hiring & Classifications Manager

State Of Illinois


Job Location:

Springfield, VT - USA

Monthly Salary: m 8625 - 10178
Posted: 28 October 2026 (Yesterday)
Application Deadline: 25 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Requisition ID:59881
Opening Date:
10/26/2026
Closing Date:
11/10/2026
Agency:
Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
Class Title:
PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015
Skill Option:
General Administration/Business Marketing/Labor/Personnel
Bilingual Option:
None
Salary:
Anticipated Starting Salary is $8625 - $10178 monthly
Job Type:
Salaried
Category:
Full Time
Number of Vacancies:
1
Bargaining Unit Code:
None
Merit Comp Code:
Managerial Exclusion from RC063 Collective Bargaining Coverage
Work Hours: Monday - Friday; 8:30a - 5:00p
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: 1 to 5 Days per week in office depending on operational needs
Headquarter Location:
1011 S 2nd St Springfield Illinois 62704
Work County:
Sangamon
Agency Contact:
(FOR INQUIRIES ONLY - INTERESTED APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE)

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
The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity is seeking an experienced professional to serve as the Hiring & Classifications Manager (Public Service Administrator) and lead the Hiring and Classifications team overseeing strategic workforce planning policy development and operational effectiveness across the agency. This role provides a critical leadership opportunity to guide compliance talent acquisition initiatives classification processes labor relations support and organizational structure management. Candidates with strong analytical supervisory and policydevelopment capabilities are encouraged to apply.
Essential Functions
  • Serves as the Hiring Team Manager.
  • Serves as the Classifications Team Manager.
  • Organizes plans attends and tracks Agency career fair attendance and community outreach related to recruiting.
  • Serves as full-line supervisor.
  • Serves as a member of the DCEO Labor Relations Advisory Team by making recommendations to DCEOs LaborRelations Administrator and providing interpretation of union contracts supplemental agreements and pastpractices CMS Personnel Rules Code Pay Plan and DCEO rules and policies.
  • Manages administration of Personal Service Contracts (PSCs).
  • Perform other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumeratedabove.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Requires knowledge skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college with courses in humanresources talent acquisition management or business.
  • Requires prior experience equivalent to three years of progressively responsible administrative experience in humanresources in a public or business organization.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Prefers at least two (2) years of professional experience developing reviewing and/or revising position descriptions toensure duties responsibilities and qualifications accurately reflect the work performed.
  • Prefers at least two (2) years of professional experience interpreting and applying personnel rules policies proceduresand/or collective bargaining agreements to recruitment hiring and filling vacancies.
  • Prefers at least two (2) years of professional experience analyzing organizational structures position assignments andreporting relationships to support staffing decisions and the effective allocation of personnel resources.
  • Prefers at least two (2) years of professional experience providing technical guidance and recommendations tomanagement regarding position classifications staffing needs or recruitment and hiring processes.
  • Prefers at least two (2) years of professional experience using a human resources information system to maintainpersonnel data track recruitment or staffing activities and prepare reports or analyze workforce metrics.
  • Prefers at least three (3) years of professional experience supervising staff including assigning and reviewing workproviding training and guidance and evaluating employee performance.
  • Prefers possession of a professional human resources certification such as SHRM-CP SHRM-SCP PHR or SPHR.
Conditions of Employment
  • Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
  • Requires appropriate valid drivers license.
  • Requires the ability to travel in the performance of duties with overnight stays as appropriate.
  • Overtime is a condition of employment and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime includingscheduled unscheduled or last-minute overtime. This may require the ability to work evenings and weekends.
  • This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiringthe occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A etseq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statement of Economic Interest with the Office of Secretaryof State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement ofEconomic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive EthicsCommission. (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 jobdescription.
About the Agency

The mission of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is to create equitable economic opportunities acress the State of Illinois. By attracting and supporting major job creators investing in communities strengthening Illinois world-class workforce fostering innovation and ushering in the new clean energy economy DCEO works to fortify Illinois reputation as a global economic powerhouse while ensuring Illinois is the best state to live work and do business.

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)
    • Benefit time modified for part-time 12-hour & non-standard 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)
  • Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
  • GI BillTraining/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: of Economic Interest:

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.

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Required Experience:

Manager


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