WEATHERIZATION POLICY MANAGER

State of Illinois

Springfield, IL

Job Requisition ID: 53972
Opening Date: 04/21/2026
Closing Date: 05/05/2026
Agency: Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015
Skill Option: General Administration/Business Marketing/Labor/Personnel
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $8,281 monthly; Full Range $8,281 - $12,223 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC063 Professional Employees, Educators,Juvenile Justice School Counselors and Special Education Resources Coordinators,and Physicians 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.

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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.

Position Overview

The Weatherization Policy Manger with the Office of Community Assistance is the visionary for the Illinois Home Weatherization Assistance Program. By staying apprised of the policy changes and maintaining a presence on the national level, the Policy Manager will ensure the State of Illinois Weatherization Program maintains compliance with all Weatherization Program statues, rules, and memorandum. The ideal candidate will be seasoned in the Weatherization Program and will have the analytical skills to realize the policy decision that need to be made to keep Illinois running a top in the nation Weatherization Program. We welcome interested applicants who can help lead and manage operation in the exciting, innovative, and fast-paced environment.

Essential Functions

Under administrative direction of the Office of Community Assistance Deputy Director, plans, directs, and evaluates the operations of weatherization services programs.
Assesses federal policy as it pertains to the annual submission of the State Weatherization Plan.
Implement and maintain software development for the Weatherization Program.
Collaborates with external energy efficiency program providers and community organizations to strengthen and expand Weatherization Program.
Provides strategic and operational support to the Weatherization Division Manager in the development, implementation, and evaluation of program initiatives to enhance energy efficiency services and comply with federal and state regulations.
Serves as working supervisor.
Provides direct oversight of Weatherization Training Providers to train Weatherization Network staff efficiently and effectively.
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of 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.

Specialized Skills

Requires a minimum of five (5) years interpreting Federal and State statute, policy, rules and memoranda as it applies to the Weatherization Program.
Requires a minimum of five (5) years writing the Illinois Home Weatherization Program Field Standards, Operations Manual and Procurement Policy.
Requires a minimum of five (5) years preparing the Illinois State Weatherization Plan for submission to the US Department of Energy.

Preferred Qualifications

Prefer a minimum of five (5) years interpreting Federal and State statute, policy, rules, and memoranda as it applies to the Weatherization Program.
Prefer a minimum of five (5)( years writing the Illinois Home Weatherization Program Field Standards, Operations Manual and Procurement Policy.
Prefer a minimum of five (5) years preparing the Illinois State Weatherization Plan for submission to the US Department of Energy.
Prefer five (5) years’ experience in data analytics as it pertains to the Illinois Home Weatherization Assistance Program.
Prefer five (5) years knowledge of Energy Assistance related programs, preferably with weatherization services for low-income housing programs.
Prefer five (5) years knowledge of grant management and monitoring.
Prefers advanced level experience in the utilization of spreadsheet software, document creation. email and cloud-based platforms.

Conditions of Employment

Must have attended or be able to attend the Illinois Home Weatherization Assistance Program Training and Certification Program (TCP) 10-week training.
Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license. Requires the ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
Requires ability to attend seminars, conferences, and trainings to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to the job duties.
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 completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive EthicsCommission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the description.

Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Headquarter Location: 1 W Old State Capitol Plz, Springfield, Illinois, 62701
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact: CEO.HR@illinois.gov (FOR INQUIRIES ONLY - INTERESTED APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE)
Posting Group: Leadership & Management; Environmental & Natural Resources

This position DOES 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.

Statement of Economic Interest:

This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.

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