Intelligence Section Manager We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome. The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents ? Additional Documents section for each application. Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at CMS.DisabilityResCen@illinois.gov or call (217) 524-7514 for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation. The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant's wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant's wage or salary history. To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials. Agency: Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015 Skill Option: General Administration/Business Marketing/Labor/Personnel Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $8,571- $10,000 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:
Full TimeNumber of Vacancies: 1Bargaining Unit Code: NoneMerit Comp Code: Managerial Exclusion from RC063 Collective Bargaining Coverage
Work Hours:
Monday-Friday, 8:00a- 4:30pAnticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: 2 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs
Headquarter Location: 2200 S Dirksen Pkwy, Springfield, Illinois, 62703 Work County: Sangamon
About the Agency: Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of others? The Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS) is a team of dedicated public servants who are committed to better preparing the State of Illinois for natural, manmade, or technological disasters, hazards, or acts of terrorism. IEMA-OHS coordinates the State's disaster mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery programs and activities, functions as the State Emergency Response Commission, and maintains a 24-hour Communication Center and State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC). The SEOC acts as lead in crisis/consequence management response and operations to notify, activate, deploy and employ state resources in response to any threat or act of terrorism. IEMA-OHS assists local governments with multi-hazard emergency operations plans and maintains the Illinois Emergency Operations Plan. IEMA-OHS is also responsible for protecting Illinois residents from the potentially harmful effects of ionizing radiation, administering more than two dozen programs to protect citizens and the environment. Programs include extensive emergency planning and response efforts and training for local responders for accidents involving radiation; inspecting and regulating radioactive materials licensees; registering and inspecting radiation producing equipment and facilities statewide; accrediting medical radiation technologists; and certifying mammography facilities. IEMA-OHS also monitors 11 nuclear power reactors at six nuclear stations licensed to generate electricity in Illinois and inspects and escorts spent nuclear fuel shipments.
Position Overview:
The Illinois Emergency Management Agency and Office of Homeland Security (IEMA-OHS) is seeking a forward thinking operational minded individual to join our Homeland Security Prevention Division. The individual in this role will be responsible for managing the Intelligence Operations section. The successful candidate will have criminal and national security intelligence experience, professional experience leading an intelligence program, unit, or initiative and advanced knowledge of the laws, rules, and regulations related to intelligence information. Our employees work in an ever-changing environment that presents new challenges with rewarding results. If you are interested in joining our team of integrity-driven public servants, we invite you to apply for the Intelligence Section Manager position with IEMA-OHS! 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.
Essential Functions:
Under direction of the Assistant Deputy Director of Homeland Security, as the Intelligence Section Manager, sets policies, procedures, and objectives for the Intelligence Section and determines the means by which the Section achieves its policies, procedures, and objectives. Ensures the Intelligence Section operates effectively and efficiently both internally and externally. Prepares budgets and strategic plans for the Intelligence Section. Performs other duties as 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, preferably with courses in business or public administration. Requires prior experience equivalent to three (3) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization.
Preferred Qualifications:
Eight (8) years of professional experience in an intelligence discipline, with demonstrated experience in both criminal and national security intelligence. Prefers at least Eight (8) years of professional experience leading a program/unit/initiative in an intelligence discipline, preferably within the U.S. Military or United States Intelligence Community. Prefers at least Five (5) years of professional experience planning and directing the implementation of a program/unit/initiative either within, or in support of, the United States Intelligence Community. Prefers at least three (3) years of professional experience with most of the work including projects directly related to public safety preparedness, public-private coordination, or a combination thereof. Prefers to demonstrate advanced knowledge of, and experience with, the applicable laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to the collection, retention, and dissemination of criminal and national security intelligence information. Prefers a master's degree with courses in Criminal Justice, National Security, Intelligence, or a related field.
Conditions of Employment:
Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate. Requires appropriate, valid driver's license. Overtime is a condition of employment, and you 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. Requires a criminal history check through the Illinois State Police. Requires the ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret Security Clearance. Essential Personnel: This position may be designated as essential personnel. Essential personnel must be able to serve during continuity of operation events without regard of declarations of liberal leave or government disclosure due to weather, protest, and acts of terrorism or lack of funding. 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/
