EDGE PROGRAM MANAGER

Job Requisition ID: 50140 
Closing Date: 10/02/2025
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 $8,316 -$9,591 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:  Full Time 
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:  None
Merit Comp Code:  Gubernatorial (Management Bill) Exclusion from RC063 Collective Bargaining Coverage

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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 mission of the Illinois Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is to support and maintain a climate that enables a strong economy for our customers (taxpayers, businesses, workers and communities) by keeping, attracting and growing businesses, maintaining a skilled workforce, and enhancing communities so that businesses of any size can succeed to the greatest extent possible in all parts of Illinois. DCEO is seeking to hire an EDGE Program Manager for the Office of Business Development. The ideal candidate will have experience in delivering impactful and efficient programs and services that are focused on business, community, and workforce development. DCEO welcomes and invites all interested candidates to apply for this exciting opportunity today!

Essential Functions

• Organizes, controls and evaluates business development incentives related to the Economic Development for a Growing Economy (EDGE) Program.
• Manages and controls the Economic Development for a Growing Economy (EDGE) Program throughout full program lifecycle.
• Serves as a subject matter expert on the Economic Development for a Growing Economy program regarding rules, application and operationalization.
• Serves as full line supervisor.
• Develops effective and informational marketing materials and makes presentations to business, local economic development organizations, and other entities on behalf of the department to promote the EDGE Program.
• Organizes and plans the development of program rules and regulations and coordinates with the Joint Committee on Administrative Rules (JCAR) to implement adoption or amendments of rules.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires the knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to the completion of four (4) years of college.
• Requires three (3) years administrative experience in a public administration or the private sector with administrative responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers one (1) year of experience managing economic development programs, including grants, loans, tax incentives, or technical assistance (State and Local).
• Prefers one (1) year of experience managing government programs including tax incentives and grant programs.
• Prefers two (2) years of experience in a public facing role that includes presenting and/or promoting.
• Prefers two (2) years of experience working with financial documents including financial statements related to business operations.
• Prefers one (1) year of experience collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to achieve outcomes.
• Prefers two (2) years of experience developing program goals and measurable objectives.
• Prefers two (2) years of experience working with business communities to ensure compliance with program requirements.
• Prefers two (2) years of experience collecting and analyzing data, developing recommendations, and presenting recommendations to executive staff.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires the ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
• Requires appropriate, valid driver's license.
• 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 Statement of Economic Interest with the Office of 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.

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 mission of the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) is to create equitable economic opportunities across the State of Illinois. By attracting and supporting major job creators, investing in communities, strengthening Illinois’ world-class workforce, fostering innovation, and ushering in the new clean energy economy, DCEO works to fortify Illinois’ reputation as a global economic powerhouse while ensuring Illinois is the best state to live, work and do business.

Work Hours: MONDAY - FRIDAY 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Work Location: 555 W Monroe St, Chicago, Illinois, 60661
Agency Contact: [email protected] ( FOR INQUIRIES ONLY - INTERESTED APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE )
Posting Group: Leadership & Management

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:

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