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TECHNICAL ADVISOR II

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents → Additional Documents section for each application.

Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at CMS.DisabilityResCen@illinois.gov or call (217) 524-7514 for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.

Sponsorship for Employment

The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status). To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Disclosure of Salary Information

In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history.  Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history.  To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials.
Date:  Jun 30, 2025
Location: 

Chicago, IL, US, 60661

Job Requisition ID:  48189

Job Requisition ID: 48189 

Division/Section/Unit: Office of Legal Affairs /Banking/Regulatory Affairs /Regulatory Affairs
HR Tracking #: 37196
Position Title: Technical Advisor II
Closing Date: 07/15/2025
​Agency: Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
Class Title: TECHNICAL ADVISOR II - 45252 
Skill Option: None 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary (Effective 7/1/25) $6,589 monthly; Full Range $6,589 - $9,541 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC010
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.

 

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.

 

 

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

Under direction, performs a wide variety of technical and legal duties having responsibility for recommending courses of action to solve regulatory issues; researches and analyzes state and federal laws, rules, and other resources pertaining to industries regulated by the Department; prepares legal correspondence and memoranda, proposed legislation, administrative rules, and other legal documents.

State of Illinois Benefits

  • Health, Life, vision, and dental insurance
  • 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave
  • Pension Plan – Vesting at 10 years for Tier II
  • Full 20-year retirement awards free health insurance during retirement
  • Deferred compensation and other pre-tax benefits programs
  • Paid state holidays, 12-14 days annually
  • 3 paid Personal Business Days annually
  • 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over year to year)
  • 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually (10 days in year one of employment)
  • Personal, sick, and vacation rates modified for 12 hour work schedules (as applicable)
  • Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources
  • For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

Essential Functions

  • Consults with Division of Banking and Division of Financial Institutions staff, regulated entities and individuals, and members of the public regarding questions involving interpretations of applicable state and federal laws, rules, policies, procedures and regulations germane to the industries regulated by the Department.
  • Plans, develops, drafts and implements administrative rules, regulations, and enforcement actions and interpretative letters, policies and procedures.
  • Provides legal counsel and assistance, often of a sensitive and confidential nature, to staff of the Department concerning legal administrative problems regarding entities and individuals regulated by the Department.
  • Serves as backup to the Assistant General Counsel of the Consumer Protection and Enforcement Unit.
  • Performs other related duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties and responsibilities enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Requires graduation from a recognized law school.
  • Requires possession of a valid license to practice law in Illinois.  
     

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prefers one year of trial or equivalent experience or training in judicial and quasi-judicial procedure and of the rules of evidence, hearings, and trial procedure.
  • Prefers one year of experience performing written analysis of banking, lending and fiduciary services issues.
  • Prefers one year of experience working as a licensed attorney.
     

Conditions of Employment

  • Requires the ability to travel.

The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Agency Statement

IDFPR is a regulatory licensing and enforcement agency that protects the residents of Illinois, ensures the safety and soundness of financial institutions, ensures that competent professionals are licensed to provide services to the public, and enhances commerce in the state for the benefit of all its residents. 

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Work Location: 555 West Monroe Street, Chicago IL 60661
Agency Contact: FPR.Employment@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Legal, Audit & Compliance

 

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

 

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.
 

 

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 left 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


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