Special Projects Administrator

Job Requisition : 51533

Opening Date: 12/19/2025

Closing Date: 01/06/2026
Agency: Criminal Justice Information Authority
Class

Title:

Special projects Administrator - 93516
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated starting salary $82,000 - $92,000 annually
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 3
Bargaining Unit Code: None
Merit Comp Code:

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.

Under administrative direction, this role assumes high-responsibility functions dedicated to agency projects. The incumbent will collaborate closely with the SPA Director, COS and Assistant COS contributing to the overall direction and coordination of initiatives. Proficiency in project management principles is essential to excel in this position.

• Develop, implement, and evaluate agency projects in coordination with appropriate Directors
• Collaborate with Executive Staff, state agencies, and partners to ensure seamless execution of agency grant projects
• Conduct in-depth analyses of project outcomes, providing actionable insights for improvement and optimal outcomes
• Assist appropriate Directors in NOFO development and application reviews
• Conduct regular meetings with relevant staff, facilitating effective communication and coordination
• Coordinate and facilitate committee meetings, ensuring effective communication and decision-making
• Manage correspondence related to committee activities, maintaining accurate records for reference
• Identify and discuss projects, problems, and issues arising from board or commission meetings
• Liaise with representatives of other agencies or external parties, fostering collaborative relationships
• Undertakes additional responsibilities as necessitated or delegated, commensurate with the outlined duties and responsibilities specified herein

• Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college with coursework in law, criminal justice, government, public administration, sociology, accounting or political science
• Requires prior experience equivalent to five years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization

• Prefers five years of professional experience in planning, development, implementation, or assessment in programs in criminal justice, government, political science, public administration, sociology, human services, or social services
• Prefers intermediate experience working as an administrator of grant programs
• Prefers intermediate knowledge of budget preparation and analysis
• Prefers intermediate knowledge of expenditure tracking and reporting
• Prefers intermediate knowledge of program performance tracking and reporting
• Prefers advance proficiency analyzing complex information, identify problems, and propose creative and effective solutions
• Prefers advance proficiency utilizing Word and Data software
• Prefers extensive experience communicating effectively both orally and in writing
• Prefers three years of experience supervising staff
• Prefers intermediate experience engaging and communicating effectively with internal and external stakeholders

• Must have valid driver’s license.
• Must be available to travel, including occasional overnight travel, in performance of duties.

The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job…