HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST, OPT 1

Agency: Illinois Gaming Board
Class Title: HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST - 19693
Skill Option: None 
Bilingual Option: None 
Closing Date/Time: 08/25/2025
Salary: $6589 - $9541 Monthly (as of 7/1/2025) - CBA Language Applies
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME

 

Are you looking for a rewarding career with an organization that values their staff? The Illinois Gaming Board is seeking to hire qualified candidates with the opportunity to work in a dynamic, creative thinking, problem solving environment.  If you possess these knowledges, skills, abilities, and experience, we invite you to apply for this position today!  

 

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

 

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

 

For more information regarding State of Illinois Benefits follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

 

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.

 

Posting Identification Number:  47943

Human Resources Specialist, OPT 1

Hiring Specialist

Essential Functions

• Serves as a Lead Interviewing Officer the IGB.
• Performs complex, specialized professional duties in the area of position classification.
• Independently responsible for contractual hiring process.
• Provides Journeyman level advice related to Transactions.
• Provides guidance and technical assistance to assigned HR staff and immediate supervisor.
• Conducts special project as request to provide professional assistance to IGB m