Functional Expert - Time & Attendance (Senior Public Service Administrator, Option 1)

State of Illinois

Springfield, IL

Job Requisition ID: 54967
Opening Date: 04/07/2026
Closing Date: 04/21/2026
Agency:Department of Innovation and Technology
Class Title: SENIOR PUBLIC SERVICE ADMIN (40070)
Skill Option: General Administration/Business Marketing/Labor/Personnel
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $125,000.00 - $133,000.00/Annually
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: None
Merit Comp Code: Term Appointment/ Agency

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.

Are you looking for a rewarding career with an organization that values their staff? The Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) is seeking to hire qualified candidates with the opportunity to work in a dynamic, creative thinking, problem solving environment. This position serves as the Functional Expert for the Time & Attendance functionality for Human Resources (HR) modules managed by the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Human Capital Management (HCM) Program, operating as the lead authority on all Time & Attendance functional issues including design, transition, and maintenance of the Time & Attendance functionality. As a member of the program team, actively participates in policy staff meetings involving the formulation, development and implementation of procedures and the development of new or modification of existing legislation to further refine or enhance statewide business processes. The ideal candidate will have exceptional customer service skills. If you possess these knowledges, skills, abilities, and experience, we invite you to apply for this position to join the DoIT Team!

As a State of Illinois employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package including:
• Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans
• Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position)
• 10-25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
• 12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year
• 3 paid personal business days per year
• 13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
• Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility

For more information regarding State of Illinois Benefits follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

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

Subject to management approval, serves as the Functional Expert for the Time & Attendance functionality for Human Resources (HR) modules managed by the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Human Capital Management (HCM) Program, operating as the lead authority on all Time & Attendance functional issues including design, transition, and maintenance of the Time & Attendance functionality, for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT).
Works in concert with ERP Program leadership to coordinate and control the implementation and support of the time and attendance functionalities within the ERP Program.
Serves in a functional expert role for Time & Attendance during implementation and in the operational steady state organization.
Performs all other duties as required or assigned that 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 with coursework in business administration, public administration, human resources, or a directly related field.
Requires four (4) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization, including administrative time and attendance work experience in a complex organization with employees governed by multiple regulations and bargaining contracts.
Requires three (3) years of professional supervisory experience in a large organization.

Preferred Qualifications (In Order of Significance)

Four (4) years of administrative time & attendance work experience in a complex organization with employees governed by multiple regulations and bargaining contracts.
Four (4) years of experience in time and attendance management of principles and practices, specifically regarding business processes, programs, service objectives, activities, or operational systems for a multi-faceted, diverse workforce, including interpreting and applying statutory requirements, collective bargaining agreements, and agency-specific work rules.
Two (2) years of experience designing and implementing a new or major change to a time and attendance system of record.
Three (3) years of experience developing and implementing multi-jurisdictional time and attendance management policies and procedures within an enterprise Time & Attendance or ERP HCM environment.
Two (2) years of professional experience in leading cross-functional teams, including vendor staff, and agency subject matter experience to evaluate and analyze functional requirements, ensuring alignment with policy objectives while actively contributing to long-term strategic planning and goal setting for ERP HCM programs, including participation across the ERP lifecycle such as design, implementation, and post-go-live stabilization.
Four (4) years of experience preparing and delivering persuasive and informative presentations to small and large audiences ranging from front line staff to executive stakeholders.
Two (2) years of professional experience successfully managing vendor relationships, including coordinating deliverables, resolving conflicts, and ensuring alignment with project timelines and objectives.
Ability to analyze system modifications and recommend program enhancements specifically related to Time & Attendance functions within an ERP system.
Ability to coordinate the activities of work associates to achieve desired results.

Conditions of Employment

NOTE: Applicants must possess the ability to meet ALL of the following conditions of employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position.

Requires the ability to verify identity.
Requires employment authorization to accept permanent full-time position with State of Illinois.
Requires the ability to pass a position specific, agency required background check and requires self-disclosure of criminal history.
Requires ability to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, short notice, evening, weekends, and holidays.
Requires an appropriate, valid driver’s license and the ability to travel in performance of duties with occasional overnight stays.
Requires the ability to use agency supplied equipment such as laptop, personal computer, work cell phone, etc.
Requires the ability to lift and carry objects or equipment weighing up to 10 pounds. This is considered sedentary work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(a)). Sedentary work involves lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time and requires occasional lifting, carrying, walking, and standing.
Requires adherence to the revolving door restrictions outlined in 5 ILCS 430/5-45. Consequently, employees should be aware that in the event of receiving a non-State employment offer during state employment or within one year immediately following the termination of State employment, they are required to inform the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies (OEIG) of the Illinois Governor before accepting such non-State employment. Failure to notify the OEIG may result in the imposition of a fine.
Requires compliance with the provisions outlined in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act, necessitating the occupant of this position to file of a Statement of Economic Interest. Pursuant to the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.), specific state officials and employees are required to annually submit Statements of Economic Interest to the Office of the Secretary of State, which will be accessible to the public for examination and copying. Employees subject to this requirement must also file a Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission, as specified in Executive Order 15-09. Failure to submit these statements in a timely manner may result in fines and penalties.
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Work Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm (work hours may vary)
Headquarter Location: 300 W Jefferson St, Springfield, Illinois, 62702
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact: Jessica.Jordan2@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

The Department of Innovation & Technology (DolT) is the state's IT agency delivering an enterprise approach to statewide technology, innovation, and telecommunication services, as well as policy and standards development, lifecycle investment planning, and cybersecurity services. With over 1,500 employees, DolT delivers IT services and innovative solutions to customer agencies to improve services provided to Illinois residents, DolT offers employees the opportunity to advance their careers, develop new skills and reach their potential, both personally and professionally. DoIT is committed to promoting and preserving a workplace culture that embraces diversity and inclusion. We welcome and value employees with different backgrounds, life experiences and talents. It is the collective sum of our individual differences that provides a broad perspective, leading to greater innovation and achievement. In recruiting for our team, we recognize the unique contributions of each applicant regardless of culture, ethnicity, race, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, disability, and sexual orientation.

Revolving Door:
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.

Statement of Economic Interests:

This position is subject to Statement of Economic Interests filing as required by the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act.

Term Appointment:
Candidates hired into a term position shall be appointed for a term of 4 years and are subject to a probationary period. The term may be renewed for successive four-year terms at the Director of the Department of Innovation and Technology’s discretion.

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