UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE (UI) REVENUE DOCUMENT SPECIALIST

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Date:  Feb 23, 2026
Location: 

Chicago, IL, US, 60603

Job Requisition ID:  53724

Job Requisition ID: 53724
Closing Date: 03/09/2026
​Agency: Department of Employment Security
Class Title: UNEMPLOYMENT INS REV SPECIALIST (47087) Upward Mobility Program
Skill Option: None 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated starting salary $4,756 monthly; Full range $4,756 - $6,533 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code: 

 

This posting lists 33 S. State Street, Chicago, IL. 60603 as the Work Location. Effective February 1, 2025, this position was relocated to 115 S. LaSalle, Chicago, IL. 60603

 

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.

 

 

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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 an Unemployment Insurance (UI) Revenue Document Specialist. Responsibilities include researching and analyzing employer UI account information, providing requested account information, and controlling the receipt of employer UI documents. This position provides a great opportunity for someone who has basic knowledge of employer unemployment insurance requirements and is dedicated to ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. The ideal candidate for this position will have experience using systems and/or software to research financial records and working in a fast-paced environment to meet tight deadlines. 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 direct supervision, serves as an Unemployment Insurance (UI) Revenue Document Specialist for the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) 
  • Controls the receipt of unemployment insurance (UI) documents and reports from employers in accordance with agency timeliness and quality guidelines 
  • Initiates corrections for wage data and other employer account information, including but not limited to errors in Federal Employer Identification Numbers (FEINs), Social Security numbers and names of employees
  • Assists relevant Revenue staff, other agency staff and/or Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) staff in identifying and resolving problems related to Revenue systems, including but not limited to GenTax, and implementing system changes
  • Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above

Minimum Qualifications

  • Requires knowledge, skills and mental development equivalent to four (4) years of college with major coursework in accounting, business mathematics or related field 

 

Qualifying state employees, in the employee Upward Mobility Program, may complete combinations of specific proficiency tests and training programs leading to a certificate of proficiency in lieu of the stated requirements for this class. 

Conditions of Employment

  • Requires an Illinois State Police background check and self-disclosure of any criminal history
  • Requires ability to successfully complete a fingerprint-based background check
  • Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate
  • This position is considered sedentary work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(a)). Sedentary work involves lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time and requires occasional lifting, carrying, walking, and standing
  • Requires ability to attend seminars, conferences, and trainings to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to the job duties
  • The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Employment Security’s (IDES) mission is to serve Illinois workers and employers to the best of our ability and to use our knowledge of the Illinois workforce to inform sound policy decision making.  IDES encourages economic growth and stability in Illinois by providing vital Employment Services to Illinois residents and employers, analyzing and disseminating actionable Labor Market Information, and administering Unemployment Insurance programs.

 

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm
Headquarter Location: 33 S State St, Chicago, Illinois, 60603
Work County: Cook
Posting Group: Legal, Audit & Compliance

 

This title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP). General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP TitlesTo utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position, employees must apply internally and must upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission. UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation section of the application.

 

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 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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