Salary :
$76,312.00 - $86,874.00 Annually Location :
Onsite in Champaign, IL Job Type:
Full Time Department:
Finance Opening Date:
01/23/2026 Closing Date:
2/8/2026 11:59 PM Central FLSA:
Exempt Bargaining Unit:
NBU
Position Overview
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to utilize your project management skills? Do you enjoy seeing the impact of your work in the local community? If so, then consider applying to be a
Purchasing Compliance Specialist
in the City of Champaign Finance Department. Job Responsibilities
The Purchasing Compliance Specialist coordinates and manages the purchasing functions for city departments, including the development of systems and procedures to ensure that the City Code and all administrative policy requirements related to purchasing are met. This includes training and coordinating with City staff and outside vendors to ensure that purchasing policies and procedures are followed, maintaining purchasing related software, and reporting on the results of programs to City Council. In addition, this position is responsible for championing, managing, and monitoring internal and external compliance with the Champaign Diversity Advancement Program (CDAP). The CDAP program encourages City departments, contractors, and other vendors doing business with the City to increase the amount of goods and services provided by local businesses owned by minorities, women, and other socially and economically disadvantaged groups.
You can learn more about the Champaign Diversity Advancement Program on our website at
champaignil.gov/equity
Required Qualifications
A bachelor's degree in public or business administration or a related field. Experience with program or project administration. Any equivalent combination of experience and training which demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered Preferred Qualifications
Ability to follow detailed policies and procedures, interpret policies, disseminate procedures, and/or develop new procedures Understanding of diversity inclusion policies or programs. Experience making purchases and procuring goods and services, or direct oversight of purchases. Ability to communicate through multiple channels, such as written, video, and in person. Experience with using complex financial systems, such as Tyler/Munis, SunGard/Superion, GEMS, Banner, Questica, ePrism, PeopleSoft, etc.
Drug screening and criminal background check will be required. The annual starting salary range is $76,312 - $86,874, plus an excellent fringe benefits package.
Applications, including cover letter and resume, must be submitted online no later than Sunday, February 8th, 2026. Other Information
Contact the Human Resources Department at (217) 403-8770 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. if you require an accommodation to complete this application or during any phase of the application, interview, or employment process. The following locations offer free Internet access and assistance: Champaign Public Library, Champaign Public Library Douglass Branch, and the Illinois WorkNet Center.
The City of Champaign is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to promoting a work environment and a community that values and supports diversity and inclusion. Women, minorities and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The City of Champaign's mission is to provide responsive, caring, cost-effective service in partnership with our community. The following values guide our work: Personal Integrity, Responsibility, Respect, Teamwork, Results. The City of Champaign is committed to promoting a work environment and a community that values and supports diversity and inclusion. Learn more about the city's mission and values at This position is classified as Non-Bargaining Unit Exempt.
HEALTH INSURANCE
The City of Champaign offers a robust PPO Select Network plan through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois. The City of Champaign pays up to $580 of the employee (single) health insurance premium and 50 percent of the dependent premium for continuous full-time employees or 25 percent of the dependent premium for continuous part-time employees. Premiums for single employee coverage above $580 per month are shared by the employee and the City. For the 2025/2026 plan year, NBU employees contribute 1.2045 percent of their salary for the plan. Premiums may be made on a pre-tax basis, through the City's Section 125 plan. Health insurance coverage begins on the date of hire and ends on the employee's last day of work at the City.
Rates are available under the Fringe Benefit Summaries section on the City's website at
DENTAL AND VISION INSURANCE
Employees may purchase dental and/or vision insurance through payroll deduction. Employees pay 100 percent of the monthly premium for this coverage. Premiums for dental and vision insurance may be made on a pre-tax basis, through the City's Section 125 plan. Dental and vision insurance begins after waiting for one complete calendar month (e.g., if hire date is in the month of January, coverage begins on March 1st).
The dental plan has two options: Delta Dental Network Low Plan (PPO) and Delta Dental High Plan.
Vision insurance is provided by EyeMed.
Rates are available under the Fringe Benefit Summaries section on the City's website at
LIFE INSURANCE
The City provides a term life insurance policy equal to annual salary rounded to the next highest thousand dollars (up to a maximum of $100,000), or $30,000, whichever is greater. Employees may elect to purchase voluntary supplemental life insurance for themselves up to 5x their annual salary or $500,000 (whichever is lower), through payroll deduction. Employees may also purchase term life for their spouses/dependents. • Employee voluntary supplemental life insurance coverage can be purchased in $10,000 increments and the price is calculated based on the employee's age. • Employees may purchase voluntary supplemental life insurance for their spouses up to half the amount purchased for themselves in $5,000 increments. Cost is calculated based on the employee's age. • Employees may purchase voluntary supplemental life insurance for their dependent children in the amount of $10,000 for any/all eligible children. • Employees may purchase Basic Life Insurance for their spouse and eligible dependent children.
o Option #1: $3.60/month for $10,000 for spouse and $5,000 for any/all eligible children.
o Option #2: $1.80/month for $5,000 for spouse and $2,000 for any/all eligible children.
PENSION
Illinois state law requires that eligible municipal employees be covered by the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF). Employee contributions to IMRF are 4.5 percent of salary and are tax-deferred. For 2024, the City contributes 6.46 percent of eligible employee's salaries to IMRF. In addition, IMRF members are covered by Social Security (FICA). Obtain additional information by contacting IMRF at 1-800-ASK-IMRF. Employees are eligible to contribute additional funds to IMRF through Voluntary Additional Contributions. Contact HR for details.
RETIREMENT HEALTH SAVINGS (RHS)
A retirement health savings plan administered by the Mission Square Retirement Corporation has been established for NBU employees. NBU employees participate in a mandatory contribution of 1 percent of pre-tax salary into an RHS investment account. This account is available for use by the employee at retirement or separation of service. Eligible uses of the funds include medical expenses such as health insurance premiums, dental/vision expenses, coinsurance, and co-pays for employees, spouse, and/or dependents. Note: Upon separation, a mandatory 50 percent of accrued vacation, compensatory and payout-eligible sick leave will be contributed to your RHS balance.
HOLIDAYS
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving Day
Friday after Thanksgiving
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
PERSONAL LEAVE
At the beginning of each fiscal year July 1st, continuous full-time employees are credited with three personal days (24 hours); personal days are pro-rated for continuous part-time employees. Personal leave may not be accumulated and carried over into the next fiscal year. Personal leave during the first year of employment varies based on the date of employment. VACATION
Vacation accrual rates are based on years of service and pro-rated for part-time employees. SICK LEAVE
Continuous full-time employees accrue sick leave at the rate of 3.69 hours per pay period (approximately 1 day per month); sick leave accrual is pro-rated for continuous part-time employees. The maximum accumulation of sick leave is 1,200 hours. T
LONGEVITY PAY
Employees receive longevity pay based upon their years of continuous employment with the City. Longevity pay is an addition to the employees' base wage rate.
CREDIT UNION
Employees may join the Credit Union I. Payroll deduction for savings and credit union loan payments are available as well as a deduction for a savings bond program and Christmas Club. Additional information can be obtained by contacting the Credit Union directly at (800) 252-6950.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN
The City of Champaign offers employees the opportunity to participate in a tax-deferred annuity plan of the Mission Square Retirement Corporation through payroll deduction. This is an optional plan with no City contributions. More information may be obtained by contacting Client Services (1-800-669-7400). HANDBOOK View the current Non-Bargaining Unit (NBU) Handbook at 01
Please select the option below that best describes your educational background
High school diploma or equivalent Associate degree Bachelor's degree or higher
02
If you selected a degree above, please specify the major and/or minor field. 03
Please provide an example of a time when you had to manage a complex project or program. Describe the project or program you managed, the impact of your work on the project or program, and the outcome. 04
Please describe your professional experience interpreting policy, disseminating guidelines, or developing procedures for others. List any guidelines that you have formally drafted. If your experience is limited, describe experience following policies or procedures. If you have no experience in this area, enter N/A. 05
Please describe your experience with diversity inclusion policies or programs. This may include, but is not limited to, establishing a new program, following an existing program, or using a diversity supplier procurement program. If you have no experience in this area, enter N/A. 06
Please describe your professional experience in each of the following categories: verbal communication, written communication, virtual or digital communication, and visual communication. For each category, briefly explain the context in which the communication was used and its purpose. If you have no experience in this area, enter N/A. 07
Please describe your purchasing/procurement experience. Include any responsibilities and experience related to vendor selection and preparing contract documents. If you have no experience in this area, enter N/A. 08
Describe your experience using complex financial software systems such as Tyler Munis, SunGard/Superion, GEMS, Banner, Questica, ePrism, People Soft, New World, or other software. List the system and the type of work performed within it. If you have no experience in this area, enter N/A. 09
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$76,312.00 - $86,874.00 Annually Location :
Onsite in Champaign, IL Job Type:
Full Time Department:
Finance Opening Date:
01/23/2026 Closing Date:
2/8/2026 11:59 PM Central FLSA:
Exempt Bargaining Unit:
NBU
Position Overview
Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to utilize your project management skills? Do you enjoy seeing the impact of your work in the local community? If so, then consider applying to be a
Purchasing Compliance Specialist
in the City of Champaign Finance Department. Job Responsibilities
The Purchasing Compliance Specialist coordinates and manages the purchasing functions for city departments, including the development of systems and procedures to ensure that the City Code and all administrative policy requirements related to purchasing are met. This includes training and coordinating with City staff and outside vendors to ensure that purchasing policies and procedures are followed, maintaining purchasing related software, and reporting on the results of programs to City Council. In addition, this position is responsible for championing, managing, and monitoring internal and external compliance with the Champaign Diversity Advancement Program (CDAP). The CDAP program encourages City departments, contractors, and other vendors doing business with the City to increase the amount of goods and services provided by local businesses owned by minorities, women, and other socially and economically disadvantaged groups.
You can learn more about the Champaign Diversity Advancement Program on our website at
champaignil.gov/equity
Required Qualifications
A bachelor's degree in public or business administration or a related field. Experience with program or project administration. Any equivalent combination of experience and training which demonstrates the required knowledge, skills, and abilities will be considered Preferred Qualifications
Ability to follow detailed policies and procedures, interpret policies, disseminate procedures, and/or develop new procedures Understanding of diversity inclusion policies or programs. Experience making purchases and procuring goods and services, or direct oversight of purchases. Ability to communicate through multiple channels, such as written, video, and in person. Experience with using complex financial systems, such as Tyler/Munis, SunGard/Superion, GEMS, Banner, Questica, ePrism, PeopleSoft, etc.
Drug screening and criminal background check will be required. The annual starting salary range is $76,312 - $86,874, plus an excellent fringe benefits package.
Applications, including cover letter and resume, must be submitted online no later than Sunday, February 8th, 2026. Other Information
Contact the Human Resources Department at (217) 403-8770 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. if you require an accommodation to complete this application or during any phase of the application, interview, or employment process. The following locations offer free Internet access and assistance: Champaign Public Library, Champaign Public Library Douglass Branch, and the Illinois WorkNet Center.
The City of Champaign is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to promoting a work environment and a community that values and supports diversity and inclusion. Women, minorities and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
The City of Champaign's mission is to provide responsive, caring, cost-effective service in partnership with our community. The following values guide our work: Personal Integrity, Responsibility, Respect, Teamwork, Results. The City of Champaign is committed to promoting a work environment and a community that values and supports diversity and inclusion. Learn more about the city's mission and values at This position is classified as Non-Bargaining Unit Exempt.
HEALTH INSURANCE
The City of Champaign offers a robust PPO Select Network plan through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois. The City of Champaign pays up to $580 of the employee (single) health insurance premium and 50 percent of the dependent premium for continuous full-time employees or 25 percent of the dependent premium for continuous part-time employees. Premiums for single employee coverage above $580 per month are shared by the employee and the City. For the 2025/2026 plan year, NBU employees contribute 1.2045 percent of their salary for the plan. Premiums may be made on a pre-tax basis, through the City's Section 125 plan. Health insurance coverage begins on the date of hire and ends on the employee's last day of work at the City.
Rates are available under the Fringe Benefit Summaries section on the City's website at
DENTAL AND VISION INSURANCE
Employees may purchase dental and/or vision insurance through payroll deduction. Employees pay 100 percent of the monthly premium for this coverage. Premiums for dental and vision insurance may be made on a pre-tax basis, through the City's Section 125 plan. Dental and vision insurance begins after waiting for one complete calendar month (e.g., if hire date is in the month of January, coverage begins on March 1st).
The dental plan has two options: Delta Dental Network Low Plan (PPO) and Delta Dental High Plan.
Vision insurance is provided by EyeMed.
Rates are available under the Fringe Benefit Summaries section on the City's website at
LIFE INSURANCE
The City provides a term life insurance policy equal to annual salary rounded to the next highest thousand dollars (up to a maximum of $100,000), or $30,000, whichever is greater. Employees may elect to purchase voluntary supplemental life insurance for themselves up to 5x their annual salary or $500,000 (whichever is lower), through payroll deduction. Employees may also purchase term life for their spouses/dependents. • Employee voluntary supplemental life insurance coverage can be purchased in $10,000 increments and the price is calculated based on the employee's age. • Employees may purchase voluntary supplemental life insurance for their spouses up to half the amount purchased for themselves in $5,000 increments. Cost is calculated based on the employee's age. • Employees may purchase voluntary supplemental life insurance for their dependent children in the amount of $10,000 for any/all eligible children. • Employees may purchase Basic Life Insurance for their spouse and eligible dependent children.
o Option #1: $3.60/month for $10,000 for spouse and $5,000 for any/all eligible children.
o Option #2: $1.80/month for $5,000 for spouse and $2,000 for any/all eligible children.
PENSION
Illinois state law requires that eligible municipal employees be covered by the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF). Employee contributions to IMRF are 4.5 percent of salary and are tax-deferred. For 2024, the City contributes 6.46 percent of eligible employee's salaries to IMRF. In addition, IMRF members are covered by Social Security (FICA). Obtain additional information by contacting IMRF at 1-800-ASK-IMRF. Employees are eligible to contribute additional funds to IMRF through Voluntary Additional Contributions. Contact HR for details.
RETIREMENT HEALTH SAVINGS (RHS)
A retirement health savings plan administered by the Mission Square Retirement Corporation has been established for NBU employees. NBU employees participate in a mandatory contribution of 1 percent of pre-tax salary into an RHS investment account. This account is available for use by the employee at retirement or separation of service. Eligible uses of the funds include medical expenses such as health insurance premiums, dental/vision expenses, coinsurance, and co-pays for employees, spouse, and/or dependents. Note: Upon separation, a mandatory 50 percent of accrued vacation, compensatory and payout-eligible sick leave will be contributed to your RHS balance.
HOLIDAYS
New Year's Day
Martin Luther King, Jr.'s Birthday
Memorial Day
Juneteenth
Independence Day
Labor Day
Veterans Day
Thanksgiving Day
Friday after Thanksgiving
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
PERSONAL LEAVE
At the beginning of each fiscal year July 1st, continuous full-time employees are credited with three personal days (24 hours); personal days are pro-rated for continuous part-time employees. Personal leave may not be accumulated and carried over into the next fiscal year. Personal leave during the first year of employment varies based on the date of employment. VACATION
Vacation accrual rates are based on years of service and pro-rated for part-time employees. SICK LEAVE
Continuous full-time employees accrue sick leave at the rate of 3.69 hours per pay period (approximately 1 day per month); sick leave accrual is pro-rated for continuous part-time employees. The maximum accumulation of sick leave is 1,200 hours. T
LONGEVITY PAY
Employees receive longevity pay based upon their years of continuous employment with the City. Longevity pay is an addition to the employees' base wage rate.
CREDIT UNION
Employees may join the Credit Union I. Payroll deduction for savings and credit union loan payments are available as well as a deduction for a savings bond program and Christmas Club. Additional information can be obtained by contacting the Credit Union directly at (800) 252-6950.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN
The City of Champaign offers employees the opportunity to participate in a tax-deferred annuity plan of the Mission Square Retirement Corporation through payroll deduction. This is an optional plan with no City contributions. More information may be obtained by contacting Client Services (1-800-669-7400). HANDBOOK View the current Non-Bargaining Unit (NBU) Handbook at 01
Please select the option below that best describes your educational background
High school diploma or equivalent Associate degree Bachelor's degree or higher
02
If you selected a degree above, please specify the major and/or minor field. 03
Please provide an example of a time when you had to manage a complex project or program. Describe the project or program you managed, the impact of your work on the project or program, and the outcome. 04
Please describe your professional experience interpreting policy, disseminating guidelines, or developing procedures for others. List any guidelines that you have formally drafted. If your experience is limited, describe experience following policies or procedures. If you have no experience in this area, enter N/A. 05
Please describe your experience with diversity inclusion policies or programs. This may include, but is not limited to, establishing a new program, following an existing program, or using a diversity supplier procurement program. If you have no experience in this area, enter N/A. 06
Please describe your professional experience in each of the following categories: verbal communication, written communication, virtual or digital communication, and visual communication. For each category, briefly explain the context in which the communication was used and its purpose. If you have no experience in this area, enter N/A. 07
Please describe your purchasing/procurement experience. Include any responsibilities and experience related to vendor selection and preparing contract documents. If you have no experience in this area, enter N/A. 08
Describe your experience using complex financial software systems such as Tyler Munis, SunGard/Superion, GEMS, Banner, Questica, ePrism, People Soft, New World, or other software. List the system and the type of work performed within it. If you have no experience in this area, enter N/A. 09
Have you attached your resume to this application?
Yes No
10
Have you attached your cover letter to this application?
Yes No
Required Question