Human Resources Specialist (Successful Disabilities Programs Coordinator) | Springfield, IL

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  • Location: Springfield, IL

  • Company: State Of Illinois

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All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois. website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the Success Factors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered. Posting Identification Number 34001 POSITION SUMMARY The Department of Central Management Services (CMS) is seeking to hire a Human Resources Specialist to serve as the Successful Disabilities Programs Coordinator for the Division of Recruitment and Retention. This position will be responsible for

reviewing applications and backssing the needs of individuals for Successful Disabilities (SD) Programs including the Alternative Employment Program (AEP), the Disabled Workers Training Program (DWTP), Reasonable Accommodations Program, and the Accommodated Testing Services Program.

The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, organized, and a strong communicator with customer service experience specifically tailored towards meeting the needs of job applicants with an interest in serving workers with disabilities. This position offers great benefits with a unique opportunity to help persons with disabilities with the accommodations they need while providing state employees and other public

job seekers with an understanding of how to apply and gain employment with the State of Illinois.

We invite all interested applicants to apply! POSITION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Under the general direction of the Statewide Programs Manager, serves as the coordinator of the CMS Successful Disabilities (SD) Programs including the Alternative Employment Program (AEP), the Disabled Workers Training Program (DWTP), Reasonable Accommodations Program, and the Accommodated Testing Services Program. Counsels applicants for state employment including persons with disabilities. Participates in various recruitment activities such as Veteran’s Outreach workshops, Minority Outreach workshops, Community job fairs, University and College recruitments using various methods and technology including, but not limited to via phone, chat, email, in-person and/or virtually.

Reviews accommodation documentation from licensed practitioners or licensed Department of Rehabilitation Services (DORS) counselors to backss and verify accommodation needs requested by applicants and to verify eligibility for requested accommodations. Serves as a working supervisor over the Successful Disabilities Programs staff. Serves as the Accommodated Testing Services Coordinator for all CMS Recruitment & Retention Centers.

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 years of college. Requires two (2) years of professional human resources experience. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Prefers working knowledge of the personnel codes, rules, position classification plans, pay plans, collective bargaining contracts, Equal Employment Opportunity Act, Civil Rights Act, guidelines derived there from, and other related human resources policies and procedures.

Prefers working knowledge of the issues impacting the employment of persons with disabilities, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and/or other programs targeted to workers with disabilities. Prefers two (2) years’ professional experience obtaining relevant information from individuals with respect to their education and experience qualifications. Prefers two (2) years’ professional experience communicating in a professional manner verbally, in writing, and by using word processing or email software such as Microsoft Word and Outlook. Prefers two (2) years’ professional experience developing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with coworkers and the public, especially relationships with persons with disabilities.

Prefers three (3) years’ professional experience developing customer service and public speaking skills. Prefers two (2) years’ professional experience with talent acquisition, recruitment, and/or outreach events. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT This position requires the applicant to pass a background check. Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime.

This may require the ability to work evenings and weekends. Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate. Requires ability to attend seminars, conferences, and trainings to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to the job duties. Requires the ability to use agency supplied equipment (i. e. mobile phone, laptop, etc. ). Work Hours: 8:00 a. m. - 4:30 p. m. Monday - Friday Work Location: 130 W Mason St Springfield, IL 62702 Agency Contact: CMS Human Resources Marta Crews Email: In order to submit a formal transfer request, please send the completed form to the above listed email address.

Applications for employment will not be accepted via email. Job Family: Leadership & Management This position does not contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs). About the Agency: Central Management Services (CMS) is the operational engine working behind the scenes to enable the State’s more than 60 agencies, universities, boards, and commissions to deliver efficient, reliable service to all Illinois citizens. The Agency’s mission is to support the State by delivering innovative, responsive, and effective services that provide the best value for Illinois State government and the people it serves.

Among the services CMS provides are human resources facilitation; benefits programs for employees, retirees, and local governments; property and facilities management; diversity initiatives for public contracting and State employment; joint purchasing support; vehicle oversight and support; surplus property programs; print and electronic communications services; and administrative hearings coordination. CMS values employees with different backgrounds, life experiences, and talents.

CMS offers a robust benefit package including: Monday-Friday work schedule Flexible work schedules in several program areas (flexible time and hybrid) Health, life, vision, and dental insurance 12 Weeks Paid maternity/paternity leave Pension Plan Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs Employees earn (12) paid sick days annually; paid vacation days (10-25 days based on years of service annually; paid personal days (3 days annually) Paid State holidays 13-14 days annually If this opportunity appeals to you, please apply today! APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois. homepage in the blue ribbon. Non-State employees should log in using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois. homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account. If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources: State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid Non-State employees: on Illinois.

– click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website. 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: @SIL-P1.

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