Job Description

Job Requisition ID: 54085
Opening Date: 03/26/2026
Closing Date: 04/09/2026
Agency: Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board
Class Title: EXECUTIVE I - 13851
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $5,928 monthly; Full Range $5,928 - $8,493 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:

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.

The Illinois Law Enforcement Training & Standards Board (ILETSB) invites well qualified candidates to apply for the position of GATA/GATU Specialist. Our agency Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA)/ Grant Accountability and Transparency Unit (GATU) Specialist is responsible for reviewing, monitoring, coordinating, and tracking grant applications to ensure compliance with GATA/GATU and other required statutes. The ideal candidate for this position will have professional experience working with grants, within grant management systems, with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, be highly organized, develop positive, cooperative working relationships while being capable of multi-tasking to keep up with the demands of a busy and growing agency. ILETSB is conveniently located at the southern edge of downtown Springfield in a beautifully maintained building across from the Lincoln’s Home National Historic Site with free secured parking on-site. Employees enjoy excellent benefits, including life, health, vision, and dental insurance; a secure retirement plan and deferred compensation options; a generous number of paid state holidays and other time off; pre-tax benefit programs; flexible work schedules; and the potential for being approved for a hybrid remote work schedule upon becoming fully trained.

Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board 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

• Serves as an agency Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) Specialist.

• Reviews, monitors, coordinates, and tracks grant applications to ensure compliance with GATA/GATU and other required statutes.

• Makes grant award determination recommendations based upon established criteria and monitors grant award performance.

• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonable within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years college with courses in business or public administration.

• Requires one (1) year of responsible administrative experience in public or business organization or completion of an agency approved professional management training program.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers one (1) year or more of practical experience using Amplifund or a similar grant management system.

• Prefers one (1) year or more of practical experience working with the principles of governmental accounting and statistics.

• Prefers one (1) year or more of practical experience in grants processing and application of GATA.

• Prefers one (1) year or more of professional experience exercising judgement and discretion in developing, implementing, and interpreting departmental policies and procedures.

Conditions of Employment

• Overtime is a condition of employment, and employee may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime. This requires the ability to work evenings and weekends.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel & Internet applications.

• Requires ability to travel to attend seminars, conferences, and trainings to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry-related topics relevant to job duties.

• This position is considered medium work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(c)). Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds. This job may require a good deal of walking or standing and involves sitting for long periods of time.

• Requires the ability to pass a criminal background and work history check.

• 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.

About the Agency

The Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board is the state agency mandated to promote and maintain a high level of professional standards for law enforcement and correctional officers. Its purpose is to promote and protect citizen health, safety, and welfare by encouraging municipalities, counties, and other governmental agencies in their efforts to upgrade and maintain a high level of training and standards for law enforcement personnel. The Board is responsible for developing and providing quality training and education, setting professional standards, and aiding in the establishment of adequate training facilities. By constantly adapting to changes in technology, the ever‐changing face of crime in the United States, and society's demands on those entrusted with the responsibility of enforcing its laws, the Board plays a crucial role in the professionalization of policing in Illinois. The Board is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to building and maintaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce. The Law Enforcement Training & Standards Board is a drug‐free workplace.

Work Hours: Anticipated Starting Salary $5,928 monthly; Full Range $5,928 - $8,493 monthly
Headquarter Location: 500 S 9th St, Springfield, Illinois, 62701
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact: Kenley Cowgill
Email: ptb.jobs@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Fiscal, Finance & Procurement

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.

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:

• donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
• systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com