Licensure Analyst Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Job Requisition ID: 57583 
Opening Date: 07/21/2026
Closing Date: 08/04/2026
Agency: Illinois Gaming Board
Class Title: GAMING LICENSING ANALYST - 17171 
Skill Option: None 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: $5,328 - $7,480 / Monthly; CBA Language Applies
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 2
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code: 

The Illinois Gaming Board is seeking a highly motivated, organized, time-efficient, critical thinking individual to join our Licensing Unit. The ideal candidate has analytical experience in a regulatory field and works well in a team setting.  If you meet the minimum qualifications, sounds like a good fit, and interested in a career with the Illinois Gaming Board, you are encouraged to apply!

The Illinois Gaming Board (IGB)  is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  The Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) serves as a regulatory body for all gambling activities across the state of Illinois. The IGB administers a regulatory and tax collection system for casino gambling, video gaming and sports wagering in Illinois.   

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.

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)
• Paid vacation time annually.
• 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 maternity/paternity 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.

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 right to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

GAMING LICENSING ANALYST

POSTING IDENTIFICATION #: 57583

Work Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday - Friday
Headquarter Location:  Michael A. Bilandic Building, 160 N Lasalle St, Chicago, Illinois, 60601
Work County: Cook
Agency Contact: 

Illinois Gaming Board, Human Resources
801 South 7th Street, Suite 400 South
Springfield, IL  62703

217-557-2821 Phone
217-524-1932 Fax

Posting Group: Legal, Audit & Compliance

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Illinois Human Rights Act, State agencies must ensure that the employment process is accessible to persons with disabilities. Specifically, these laws require that the State provide reasonable accommodations upon request by individuals participating in all steps of the employment process. This includes the State of Illinois interview process.

The Illinois Gaming Board continually strives for a workforce which reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois.  A variety of employee backgrounds, perspective, ideas, and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public.  The Illinois Gaming Board is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is an equal opportunity employer.

This position does not 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 right 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:

• donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
• systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com

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.