learn the benefits of working for the state of illinois
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Presented by Bureau of Recruitment and Selection
The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of IDHS to employqualified personnel; to provide equal employment opportunities in the hiring and promoting of individuals; and toadminister these activities in a manner that does not discriminate against any person. Employment decisions shall notdiscriminate against any individual because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status,physical or mental disability, unfavorable discharge from military service, political affiliation or sexual orientation.
▪ Learn the benefits of working for the State of Illinois.
▪ Identify current career opportunities.
▪ Understand the application process.
Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD)
Division of Family and Community Services (DFCS)
Division of Mental Health (DMH)
Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS)
Division of Substance Use Prevention and Recovery (SUPR)
Vacancy
Apply
CMS Grading –
Multiple Choice or
based on
background and
Experience
Grade Notice
In the Mail
HR Contact
A, B, C
Interview
or Offer
Start
▪ Competitive Health, Vision, and Dental Plans
▪ 12+ Paid Holidays a Year
▪ 12 Sick Days a Year
▪ 10 Vacation Days a Year to Start
▪ 3 Personal Days a Year
▪ Retirement Plan / Deferred Compensation
▪ Flexibility to change careers
▪ Tuition Reimbursement & Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
▪ 37.5 Work Week
▪ Social Services Career Trainee (Bachelors)
▪ Educator (Licensed by ISBE)
▪ Registered Nurse I & II (Licensed in Illinois)
▪ Dietitian (Licensed in Illinois)
▪ Nutritionist (Masters: nutrition, dietetics or food service Mgmt.)
▪ Activity Therapist (Bachelors)
▪ Accountant (Exam required)
▪ Rehabilitation Counselor Trainee (Masters)
HS Diploma/AA Degree
▪ Account Technician I
▪ Mental Health Technician Trainee*
▪ Security Officer
▪ Stores Clerk
▪ Storekeeper I
▪ Support Service Worker *
▪ Building Grounds Laborer
*No Automated Testing Required
▪ Office Assistant
▪ Office Associate
▪ Public Aid Eligibility Assistant (25/WPM)
▪ Rehabilitation Case Coordinator I (30/WPM)
▪ Cook I & II (Valid Food Service Sanitation Certificate from IDPH or Certified Food Protection Manager from ANSI
Applying for State employment can
sometimes seem overwhelming and intimidating.
To help explain the process:
Here is a quick overview of how to apply for state employment.
1. Identify the job you are interested in.
2. Complete CMS –100 (rev. 9/2020 or later) Application.
3. Submit a CMS –100 (rev. 9/2020 or later) Application.
4. Submit CMS100 as a single PDF attachment.
How to search vacancies:
Category
Location
County
Agency
Posting
Job Interest Card
https://www2.illinois.gov/sites/work/Pages/default.aspx
Completing the CMS100:
Downloading the CMS100 Title Bid ID # Social Security # Must sign – Type in your name Do not abbreviate Include full addresses Email subject line must include - Job Bid ID, job
title and your name
https://www2.illinois.gov/sites/work/Pages/default.aspx
Testing Locations:
BY APPOINTMENT ONLY -CMS will contact you to schedule testing.
• Chicago
• Springfield
• Champaign
• Marion
• Rockford
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Accommodated Testing Program Overview
• Accommodated Testing is available at all five Assessment Centers across the State (Chicago, Springfield, Marion, Champaign, and Rockford).
• Provide disability accommodations for State employment testing and application completion.
• Applicant must make the request through the Disabled Workers Program staff in Springfield.
• Accommodations are not limited to: Certified American Sign Language interpreters, Extra Time, Zoom Text, Braille or large print exams, readers and scribes, and closed-captioning.
• Use of calculators are now permitted during testing.
CMS Disabled Workers Program
State government career counseling services are provided by
CMS Assessment Centers either by mail or email.
Job Options
Review your application
Tips & Recommendations
Career Counseling Link:
www2.illinois.gov/sites/work/Pages/Carsrvcs.aspx
Email Address
Under Illinois state law, qualified Veterans are entitled to points added to passing grades and may receive appointment preference. Illinois National
Guard/Reservists who are not activated and who have four or more years of service now receive appointment preference as well as 3 points added to passing grades. Non-activated Illinois National Guard/Reservists serving less than four
years receive 3 points added to passing grades (no hiring preference).
To receive Veterans preference, separation from active duty must have been under honorable conditions and one of the following conditions must be met:
• Served a total of at least six months in federal service. • Released from active duty because of a service-connected disability • Discharged based on hardship • Service for the duration of hostilities regardless of the length of engagement.
Questions regarding Veterans preference may be directed to the Illinois Department of Central Management Services Veterans Outreach Program at 800-643-8138 or the Illinois Relay Center (for hearing impaired) at 800-526-0844.
It is a Class A misdemeanor to fraudulently represent yourself as a veteran!
Veterans Outreach Program
Veterans Verification
Division of Statewide Services
Holly Guppy
130 W. Mason StreetSpringfield, IL 62702
CMS Disabled Workers
Assessment CenterBrandon Singer
130 W. Mason StreetSpringfield, IL 62702
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If the job is filled internally no action will be taken on your application but please continue to apply to future postings.
If the job is not filled internally your application will be sent to Central Management Services Examining Unit.
If your title requires an automated test you will be contacted by one of the testing centers to arrange date and time for testing.
If the title does not require and automated test you will receive a grade notice in the mail.
Once you have an established grade from Central Management your name will be placed on the list of eligible candidates. The list will be sent to the state agency Human Resources. Priority will be given to highest grade candidates starting with “A” grades. If there is a large pool of candidates, individuals will be selected randomly from the list.
1. Must complete CMS –100 (rev. 9/2020 or later) .
2. Position title and option must be identical to the posting.
3. Email subject line must include - Job Bid ID, job title and your name.
4. You must include your full SSN.
5. Be truthful, thorough and do not abbreviate.
6. Submit your CMS100 prior to the closing date & time on the posting.
7. Submit your CMS100 to the hiring agency point of contact on the posting.
8. Testing is by appointment only- CMS will contact you to schedule.
9. Your grade is good for one year from your testing date.
10. You have 90 days to appeal your grade.
11. Take advantage of Career Counseling Services.
12. Must submit the CMS100 as a single PDF attachment.
Remember:
If it is not on the CMS100, it didn't happen, and you will not get credit for it.
Contact our Recruitment Team
Visit Our Website
www.dhs.state.il.us, scroll down and click
“Explore Employment Opportunities”
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