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MIGRANT AND SEASONAL EMPLOYMENT SPECIALIST - SPANISH SPEAKING

North Aurora, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 4 Jun 2026

💰 $85,620/yr($61,524/yr – $85,620/yr)

About the role

Job Requisition ID: 56623
Opening Date: 06/04/2026
Closing Date: 06/18/2026
Agency: Department of Employment Security
Class Title: EMPLOYMENT SECURITY SPEC I - 13671
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: Spanish
Salary: Anticipated starting salary (Effective 7/1/26) $5127 monthly; Full range $5127-$7135 plus 5% monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Kane
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, 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.

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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

The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as a Migrant and Seasonal Employment Specialist. Responsibilities include conducting frequent visits to working and living areas of farmworkers and other migrant and seasonal workers to provide technical assistance and guidance to individuals, employers, and communities regarding Migrant and Seasonal Farmworker (MSFW), H-2A Temporary Agricultural Workers (H-2A), and H-2B Temporary Non-Agricultural Workers (H-2B) programs and to verify compliance with related state and federal regulations. This position provides a great opportunity for someone who has a strong knowledge of employment laws and services pertaining to migrant and seasonal farmworkers and is dedicated to providing information and assistance related to these services to eligible individuals and employers through community outreach. The ideal candidate for this position will have experience working as a migrant or seasonal farmworker, working closely with migrant or seasonal farmworkers, or have substantial work experience in farmworker activities, as well as experience communicating effectively with a range of stakeholders and providing employment services or related outreach services, such as social services, health services, legal services and/or education services, to migrant and seasonal farmworkers. IDES offers a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits, and a pension program. We invite you to join our innovative team to help make a positive difference in the lives of Illinois employers and job seekers.

Essential Functions

Under general supervision, serves as a Migrant and Seasonal Employment Specialist for the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES)
Provides technical assistance and guidance to communities and state agencies regarding employment services programs available to farmworkers and other migrant or seasonal workers
Using systems including but not limited to the Illinois Labor Exchange System, enters job orders and services relevant to programs available to farmworkers and other migrant or seasonal workers
Utilizing word processing, spreadsheet and database ma