Testing Administrator

Salary :

$5,928 - 8,493 monthly

Company : The Agency

Job Type : Full Time

Springfield - 1035 Stevenson Dr

Number of Applicants

000+

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Job Description - Testing Administrator

Job Requisition ID: 52378
Closing Date: 02/20/2026
Agency: Office of the State Fire Marshal

Class Title: EXECUTIVE I - 13851
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $5,928 Month; Full Range $5,928 - $8,493 Month - CBA Language Applies
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME

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.

Position Identification Number

52378

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 Marketing Statement

The Office of the State Fire Marshal’s Personnel Standards and Education Division is seeking to hire a highly organized and detail-oriented individual to serve as the Executive I – Testing Administrator. This position serves as a functional administrator providing primary oversight of all confidential examination test banks of questions for firefighter certifications and non-fire service certifications and ensures the integrity and effectiveness of testing processes. This position is responsible for end-to-end planning and execution of testing activities, from coordinating test schedules and logistics to analyzing test results for insights. The ideal candidate has a meticulous approach to organizing complex materials and a keen analytical eye for ensuring quality and compliance. As the Executive I – Testing Coordinator and employee of the State of Illinois, the selected candidate will have access to state healthcare, benefits and a pension plan. We invite all qualified applicants to apply to join the OSFM team.

Essential Functions

Serves as the Personnel Standards and Education Division’s (PS&E) statewide Testing Coordinator to promote, organize, execute, control, and maintain all confidential examination test banks of questions for firefighter certifications and non-fire service certifications.

Processes submissions from key stakeholders for examination requests.

Serves as working supervisor.

Attends staff meetings, conferences, seminars, and training sessions.

Participates in supervisory staff meetings, making recommendations for the establishment of new operating procedures or revisions of existing procedures.

Performs other duties as assigned or required which 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, preferably with courses in business or public administration.

Requires one (1) year of responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization, or completion of an agency approved professional management training program.

Specialized Skills

Requires a minimum of one (1) year of experience in the development and administration of tests for professional certifications or credentialing in a public or private organization.

Requires a minimum of one (1) year of experience analyzing and applying established standards to testing protocols in a public or private organization.

Preferred Qualifications

Prefers a minimum of one (1) year of experience in the development and administration of tests for professional certifications or credentialing in a public or private organization.

Prefers a minimum of one (1) year of experience analyzing and applying established standards to testing protocols in a public or private organization.

Prefers two (2) or more years of professional experience in testing, compliance, and program coordination.

Prefers one (1) or more years of professional experience working in a learning management system (LMS) for the purposes of creating, delivering, referencing, and tracking the development of examination questions on a testing platform.

Prefers two (2) or more years of experience developing and applying policies and procedures for a public or private organization.

Prefers five (5) or more years in the utilization of MS Office programs which include MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook, and Teams.

Conditions of Employment

Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license.

Requires the ability to pass a background check with self-disclosure of criminal history.

Requires the ability to pass drug screening.

Requires the ability to travel, with overnight stays as appropriate.

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 may require the ability to work evenings and weekends.

This position 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.

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 through Friday / 8:30 AM - 5:00PM / Hybrid Work Option Available
Headquarter Location: 1035 Stevenson Dr, Springfield, Illinois, 62703
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact: Kathy Fairfield
Email: [email protected]
Phone #: 217-785-6746

Posting Group: Public Safety

About the Agency

The Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) is dedicated to working with our partners and providing assistance to the fire service in the protection of life, property, and the environment through communication, inspection, investigation, certification, and licensing. The OSFM is committed to fostering a work environment that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.

As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

A Pension Program

Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance

3 Paid Personal Business Days annually

12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)

10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)

Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable)

13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years

Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)

12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave

Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan

Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)

Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility

GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans

5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions

Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)

For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

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.

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:

[email protected]

[email protected]

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