Job Description

Job Requisition ID: 54193
Opening Date: 03/11/2026
Closing Date: 03/25/2026
Agency:Guardianship and Advocacy Commission
Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015
Skill Option: Fiscal Management/Accounting/Budget/ Internal Audit/Insurance/Financial
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $8,281-10,281 monthly
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.

Under general direction of the Chief Fiscal Officer (CFO) performs financial fiduciary activities for the division of Office of State Guardian (OSG), responsible for planning, executing, managing, controlling and evaluating the entire financial fiduciary operation and all fiduciary activities.

Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission offers a robust benefit package including:

• Monday-Friday schedule

• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance

• Paid Parental leave

• Pension Plan

• Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs

• Employees earn (12) paid sick days annually

• (10-25) paid vacation days (based on years of service)

• Employees earn (3) paid personal days (pro-rated based on start date)

• (13-14) paid state holidays annually

Work hours and schedule will be mutually agreed upon by supervisor during the onboarding process.

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

• Assists with managing, controlling, monitoring, and evaluating assigned fiduciary activities for GAC.

• Assists in developing program goals, objectives, and outcome measurements for specialized fiduciary system.

• Prepares GAAP package reporting, fee imposition reports and financial statements for the Auditor General and Comptroller.

• Consults with management staff on the integration of fiduciary activities, resolves administrative problems, and develops strategies to improve the quality and quantity of work and services that impact the outputs of the fiduciary operations.

• Assists in development of and training on new procedures and reports utilizing the OSG’s case management system.

• Serves as backup approver to the Accountant and/or Fiscal Officer in performing detailed reviews of inventory, receipt invoices, and travel vouchers entered into the ERP system.

• 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 the completion of four years of college, with courses in accounting, business, or public administration.

• Requires prior experience equivalent to three years of progressively responsible accounting, finances, and/or fiscal related experience in a public or business organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers a Certified Public Accountant certification.

• Prefers 2 years of public and business administration.

• Prefers ability to exercise judgment and discretion in developing, implementing and interpreting departmental policies and procedure.

• Prefers ability to analyze administrative problems and adopt an effective course of action.

• Prefers ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships.

• Prefers the ability to utilize a personal computer with extensive knowledge of Microsoft Word, and Excel software.

Conditions of Employment

All applicants must be able to meet the following Conditions of Employment to be considered for this position. The State of Illinois complies with federal and state disability laws and will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.

• Requires successful completion of background check and fingerprinting.

• Requires ability to work outside normal business hours and weekends.

• 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.

About the Agency

Created in 1979, the Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission protects the rights and promotes the welfare of persons with disabilities. A board of 11 commissioners, who serve without compensation, govern the agency. The Commission is an executive state agency created to safeguard the rights of persons with disabilities. By providing legal representation, investigating complaints of rights violations, and providing state guardianship for Illinois’ population with disabilities, the Commission has given a voice to those who have previously gone unheard.

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am-5:00pm
Headquarter Location: 830 S Spring St, Springfield, Illinois, 62704
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact: Colleen Loehr
Email colleen.loehr@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Leadership & Management

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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• systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com