Job Description

Job Requisition ID: 53568
Closing Date: 03/03/2026 11:59PM
​Agency: Department of Corrections
Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015
Skill Option: Fiscal Management/Accounting/Budget/ Internal Audit/Insurance/Financial
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary is $8,500; Anticipated Starting Salary Range: $8,500 - $10,500/a month
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: None
Merit Comp Code: Gubernatorial (Management Bill) Exclusion from RC062 Collective Bargaining Coverage

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 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.

Join our team as an Accounts Payable Supervisor / Fiscal Liaison! Lead and manage Accounts Payable operations for the IDOC, DJJ, and PRB while ensuring compliance with multiple agency fiscal policies. In this role, you’ll supervise a dedicated team, streamline processes, approve vouchers in SAP, and serve as a trusted fiscal advisor for internal staff, auditors, and contractors. If you excel at balancing leadership, policy interpretation, and financial oversight, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact across state agencies. If interested in this unique position, we invite all qualified and interested candidates to apply.

Essential Functions

• Plans, evaluates, initiates, organizes and directs the Accounts Payable activities for the Department of Corrections (IDOC), Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) and Prisoner Review Board (PRB).
• Serves as fiscal liaison for internal fiscal personnel, auditors, contractors and outside agencies providing explanation and interpretation of policies.
• Serves as full-line supervisor.
• Manages, directs, implements and monitors the accounts payable and petty cash processes.
• Monitors priority vouchers and petty cash issues that are processed for IDOC, DJJ and PRB.
• Represents the Manager in fiscal interpretation of the Center's policies in their absence.
• 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 with a major in Business Administration, Business Management, Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related field.
• Requires three (3) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in accounting, external accounting, budget planning and control or public accounting, as well as public or business organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers at least five (5) years of professional experience in a Fiscal Operations capacity.
• Prefers at least three (3) years of professional experience overseeing the vouchering process.
• Prefers at least three (3) years of professional experience managing auditors and contractors.
• Prefers at least four (4) years of professional experience interpreting and explaining policies and procedures to subordinate staff and outside entities.
• Prefers at least two (2) years of professional experience reconciling, analyzing and preparing complex financial and fiscal-related reports.
• Prefers at least four (4) years of professional experience supervising staff.
• Prefers at least three (3) years of professional experience utilizing automated financial systems, such as Systems, Applications, and Products in Data Processing (SAP).
• Prefers at least five (5) years of professional experience working with the Microsoft Office suite or equivalent computer software.

Condition of Employment

• Requires ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
• Requires ability to pass a drug screen. The use of unauthorized drugs by an employee, regardless of position held, is prohibited.
• 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. Position Requires Economic Interest Reporting.
• 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.
• Required to utilize digital technology, tools, platforms, and processes in managing and supporting various digital enhancements for greater efficiency, productivity, and digital transformation efforts within the department.
• Applicants are required to abide by all vaccine and/or other medical standards as set out by the employer.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Work Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm; Saturday/Sunday
Headquarter Location: 1021 N Grand Ave E, Springfield, Illinois, 62702
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact: Demetria.Greenwald@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Fiscal, Finance & Procurement; Leadership & Management

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, butn ot 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:
· 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

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:

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