State of Illinois
Job Requisition ID: 52665 Closing Date: 01/23/2026 Agency: Commission on Equity and Inclusion Class Title: ADMIN ASSISTANT I - 00501 Skill Option: None Bilingual Option: None Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $5,637 monthly; Full Range $5,637-$8,026 Monthly Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time County: Cook Number of Vacancies: 1 Bargaining Unit Code: RC028 Paraprofessional Human Services 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. Position Overview: The Illinois Commission on Equity and Inclusion (CEI) is seeking to hire an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as an Intake Specialist. Under general direction of the Certification Section Manager, serves as a staff assistant for the agency. Duties will include the intake and evaluation of applicant files for the BEP program as well as conducting vendor outreach. CEI offers a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits, and a pension program. The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic self-starter excited about joining our new Commission and having the opportunity to collaborate with teammates on strategies to support minority suppliers and vendors grow their businesses. We invite all interested applicants to apply as we are an equal opportunity employer. Illinois Commission on Equity and Inclusion 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 Under general direction of the Certification Section Manager of the Business Enterprise Program (BEP) for Minorities, Females and Persons with Disabilities, serves as a staff assistant performing functions relative to certification, compliance, outreach, public affairs, vendor relations, and BEP Council relations for the program. Reviews applications for completeness from firms to ensure the information provided by each applicant meets the criteria of the Business Enterprise Program regulations. Serves as representative of BEP attending outreach programs. Assists the Certification Section Manager by organizing goals and objectives for supportive program functions. Assists the Certification Section Manager or BEP Deputy Director in responding to certification appeals, Office of Governmental Affairs legislative analyses relative to the BEP. 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, preferably with courses in public or business administration. Requires one year of professional experience in a public or private organization, or completion of an agency approved professional management training program. Preferred Qualifications Prefers two (2) + years of professional experience developing and maintaining working relationships with management teams, vendors, and the public. Prefers two (2) + years of professional experience responding to vendor inquiries and other business-related communications for a program. Prefers two (2) + years of professional experience evaluating business enterprise vendor certification criteria. Prefers two (2) + years of professional experience utilizing MS Office Suite word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and email applications. 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. This position requires the applicant to pass a background check. Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime. 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 Commission on Equity and Inclusion (CEI) is a separate and unique administrative agency with distinct functions regarding the promoting of diversity in the State hiring process and encouraging the continuing economic development of minority-owned, women-owned, veteran-owned and people with disabilities-owned and operated businesses to participate, and succeed, in the State procurement process through the administration of the Business Enterprise for Minorities, Females, and Persons with Disabilities Act via the Business Enterprise Program (BEP) and Veterans Business Programs (VBP). Both the BEP and VBP are designed to remedy ongoing discrimination and the continuing effects of past discrimination in State procurement. CEI’s mission is to increase participation in the State procurement process by assisting minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities with contracting opportunities with the State through the certification, compliance, and outreach programs under the BEP and VBP. The Commission is also committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity in all areas of the State employment process, including but not limited to the recruitment, hiring, promotion, discipline, discharge, and the awarding of benefits for all qualified individuals. Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am-5:00pm Headquarter Location: 115 S Lasalle St, Chicago, Illinois, 60603 Work County: Cook Agency Contact: Michael Chan Email: michael.chan@illinois.gov Phone #: 312-858-0510 Posting Group: Office & Administrative Support This position [DOES NOT] contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs). 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.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com 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.jobs2web.com – 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: donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com