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Job Requisition ID: 56762 Opening Date: 06/12/2026Closing Date: 06/29/2026Agency: Department of Human RightsClass Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015 Skill Option: General Administration/Business Marketing/Labor/Personnel Bilingual Option: NoneSalary: Anticipated Starting Salary (effective 7/1/26): $8,571 a month: Full Range: $8,571-$12,651 a monthJob Type: SalariedCategory: Full Time County: CookNumber of Vacancies: 1Bargaining Unit Code: RC063 Professional Employees, Educators,Juvenile Justice School Counselors and Special Education Resources Coordinators,and Physicians AFSCMEMerit 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.
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
Under administrative direction, manages a state-wide housing intake unit, supervises a small to moderate staff of highly skilled professional personnel engaged in the drafting and preliminary investigation of charges of housing and other types of discrimination according to established policies; plans, assigns and reviews the activities of investigators; trains and advises staff in investigative methods and procedural guidelines; reviews and approves work products; evaluates work performance; provides motivation to staff as necessary.
Benefits Statement
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)
• 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
Essential Functions

• Supervises and directs the activities of a professional staff engaged in the investigation of housing and complex non-housing charges, including observation of on-site review.
• Develops management systems, monitors caseload management and guides staff to ensure that charges being processed through the unit are completed in a timely fashion and adhere to the contractual provisions of relevant federal agencies, the policies and procedures of the Department and the statutory provisions of the Human Rights Act.
• Serves as working supervisor.
• Provides staff with ongoing training in investigative and interviewing techniques.
• Provides for the effective coordination of program activities with outside agencies and groups.
• Attends and participates in weekly supervisor's meeting.
• Participates in the hiring process for the unit by attending interviews to offer input into the selection process.
• Performs other duties as assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Specialized Skills

• Requires at least two (2) years of experience working as a Human Rights Investigator III or four (4) years of experience working as a Human Rights Investigator II with the Illinois Department of Human Rights.
• Requires at least two (2) years of supervisory experience in a business or government organization.
• Requires at least two (2) years of experience conducting investigations in the fields of civil rights and housing discrimination.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college, preferably with courses in business or public administration.
• Requires prior experience equivalent to three years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers at least two (2) years of experience working as a Human Rights Investigator III or four (4) years of experience working as a Human Rights Investigator II with the Illinois Department of Human Rights.
• Prefers at least two (2) years of supervisory experience in a business or government organization.
• Prefers at least two (2) years of experience conducting investigations in the fields of civil rights and housing discrimination.
• Prefers at least two (2) years of experience managing office practices, procedures, and programs.
• Prefers at least two (2) years of experience with Microsoft office suite, Adobe, electronic case management programs or similar software systems.

Conditions of Employment
Requires ability to pass a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
About the Illinois Department of Human Rights
The Illinois Department of Human Rights ("IDHR") is a state agency charged with the enforcement of the Illinois Human Rights Act ("Act"). The Act prohibits unlawful discrimination in Illinois with respect to employment, real estate transactions, financial credit, and public accommodations (including education). IDHR protects and guarantees the rights of all Illinoisans to be free from unlawful discrimination by receiving and investigating claims of unlawful discrimination. Moreover, the Act prohibits retaliation against a person who has opposed that which is reasonably and in good faith believed to be unlawful discrimination; prohibits the aiding, abetting, compelling or coercion of a person to commit a violation of the Act; and prohibits the willful interference with the performance of a duty or the exercise of a power by the Department or one of its officers or employees. At the forefront of protecting civil rights, IDHR welcomes all candidates for employment to apply for any position for which they are qualified. Join IDHR in its mission to secure an Illinois free from discrimination.
Work Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am- 5:00 pm
Headquarter Location: 555 W Monroe St, Chicago, Illinois, 60661
Work County: Cook
Agency Contact: Shawna Lamsargis
Email: shawna.lamsargis@illinois.gov
Phone #: 217-785-5114
Posting Group: Legal, Audit & Compliance
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.
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