Public Service Administrator, Option 2; Internal Controls Unit Manager
Chicago, IL, US, 60601
Job Requisition ID: 51548
Closing Date: 11/26/2025
Agency: Illinois Gaming Board
Class Title: PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015
Skill Option: Fiscal Management/Accounting/Budget/ Internal Audit/Insurance/Financial
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Range: $8,281 - $13,000 / Mo; Full BBR Range is $8,281 - $14,807 / Month
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: None
Merit Comp Code: Gubernatorial (Management Bill) Exclusion from RC062 Collective Bargaining Coverage
We are looking for a well-organized person to serve as supervisor to other professional employees working in our Chicago office. If you meet the minimum qualifications for this position, have professional experience in accounting, finance, or auditing, and possess great attention to detail, this may be the position for you!
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
If you have the qualifications, please apply now! We look forward to having you join the IGB team.
A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one.
POSTING IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: 51548
PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR, OPTION 2
INTERNAL CONTROLS UNIT MANAGER
Essential Functions
- As Internal Control Review Section Manager, directs, evaluates, supervises, and controls the activities of staff involved in reviewing and processing requests from casino owners, organization gaming, and master sports wagering licensees for proposed changes to their Internal Control System and/or conducting difficult and complex audits involving the examination and review of casino, organization gaming, and master sports wagering operations.
- Interprets, explains, and/or clarifies to subordinate staff various gaming laws, rules and regulations, agency policies and procedures, applicable to casino, organization gaming, and master sports wagering operations, accounting, compliance operations, internal control systems, etc.
- Serves as full-line supervisor.
- Assists the Deputy Administrator with proposed changes to the Minimum Internal Control Standards.
- Researches and analyzes existing and new gaming technologies such as server-based gaming, cashless wagering systems, remote access, and multiple locations (wide area network communication).
- Conducts analysis of new legislation that pertains to Minimum Internal Control Standards and Internal Control Systems.
- Confers with casino owners, organization gaming, and master sports wagering licensees to resolve complex and/ or controversial questions relative to Internal Control Systems and/or proposed changes to systems.
- Responsible for training of subordinate staff; establishes trainee programs; and participates in training classes.
- Participates in and/or conducts staff meetings and explains and clarifies to subordinate staff various statutes, rules and regulations, policies and procedures relating to Gaming Board operations.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires a bachelor’s degree, with coursework in auditing, business management, public administration, economics, computer science, accounting or other related subjects.
- Requires prior experience equivalent to three years of progressively responsible administrative experience in accounting, finance or auditing.
Preferred Qualifications (In order of Significance)
- Prefers completion of Internal Auditor training as an Internal Auditor Trainee.
- Prefers five years of progressively responsible administrative experience in regulatory compliance, accounting, finance or auditing.
- Prefers two years of progressively responsible regulatory experience in a public or private organization.
- Prefers two or more year’s working knowledge of regulatory and audit theory and procedures.
- Prefers basic working knowledge of the Gaming Board’s programs, policies, and regulations.
- Prefers two years of working knowledge of management principles and techniques, including organization, management, program accountability governmental operations, and systems analysis.
- Prefers two years of working experience with strong conceptual, communication, comprehension, interpersonal and analytical skills.
- Prefers three years of working knowledge of computer spreadsheets and word processing applications.
Conditions of Employment
- Pass Illinois Gaming Board’s background investigation (background check).
- Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate. Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license.
- Must comply with the State Officials and Employees Ethics Act: No State employee who works for the Illinois Gaming Board, or spouse or immediate family member living with such person shall, during State employment, hold an ownership interest in, other than a passive interest in, a publicly traded company, in any gaming license under the Illinois Gambling Act, the Video Gaming Act, the Illinois Horse Racing Act of 1975, or the Sports Wagering Act.
- Must comply with the Illinois Gambling Act: No person shall be employed to serve the Board who is, or whose spouse, parent or child is, an official of, or has a financial interest in, or financial relation with, any operator engaged in gambling operations within this State, or any organization engaged in conducting horse racing within this State.
- Must comply with the Illinois Gambling Act: For the one year immediately preceding employment, an employee shall not have been employed or received compensation or fees for services from a person or entity, or its parent or affiliate, that has engaged in business with the Board, a licensee, or a licensee under the Illinois Horse Racing Act of 1975.
- 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.
- This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
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, 4th FL
Springfield, IL 62703
Phone #: 217-557-2821
Posting Group: Leadership & Management
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.
Nearest Major Market: Chicago