Web Developer

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Date:  Nov 17, 2025
Location: 

Chicago, IL, US, 60605

Job Requisition ID:  50557

Job Requisition ID: 50557 
Closing Date: 12/04/2025
​Agency: Criminal Justice Information Authority
Class Title: INFORMATION SYSTEMS ANALYST II - 21166 
Skill Option: Web Developer 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated starting salary $93,444 annually; Full Range $93,444 - $137,400 annually
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC063 Professional Employees, Educators,Juvenile Justice School Counselors and Special Education Resources Coordinators,and Physicians AFSCME
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.

Posting Identification Number  50557

 

Resumes are recommended to be uploaded to profile/attached to application

Please upload your transcripts and License to your application & Career Profile

 

 

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

Information in this statement is NOT intended to be all-encompassing or to address all responsibilities of the position.

 

The Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority’s Innovation and Digital Services Unit (IDS) is seeking a skilled developer with extensive knowledge of Vue.js. The primary responsibility will be to migrate and update several websites to the latest version of Strapi, a widely-used content management system. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work on significant projects that impact users across Illinois. If you have a strong background in web development and enjoy working on innovative solutions, we encourage qualified applicans to apply.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to four years of college with coursework in computer science or directly-related fields, supplemented by three years of professional experience in a related Information Technology field.
  • Requires three years or more of professional experience in web development or related technology fields which resulted in a working knowledge of web-based development concepts, principles, functions of web-based systems, technical requirements gathering and documentation, and open source methodologies and frameworks. 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prefers three years or more of professional experience designing, developing, and supporting web-based applications using JavaScript frameworks and open source platforms that support website development including, but not limited to, Strapi, Vue, and Nuxt.
  • Prefers a minimum of 6 months Experience using Visual Studio Code.
  • Prefers two years or more of experience using databases such as MongoDB, SQLite, and/or MySQL, demonstrating proficient knowledge.
  • Prefers two years or more of experience using modern version control frameworks such as Git.
  • Prefers two or more years of professional experience integrating front- and back-end components of content-focused webpages, with a demonstrated ability to make logical, objective decisions and effectively communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
  • Prefers two years or more of experience using server-side technologies such as Node or Deno.
  • Prefers two years or more of experience with front-end web development using HTML, CSS, and Javascript.

Conditions of Employment

  • Requires proper documentation for approved work in the United States
  • Requires ability to travel.
  • Requires a valid and current driver’s license.
  • Requires ability to pass a background check.
  • The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
  • Requires the ability to work remotely and in-person as operational needs require.

Work Hours: 37.5 Scheduled Working Hours
Work Location: 60 E Van Buren, Chicago, Illinois, 60605
Email:  CJA.HRDepartment@illinois.gov 
Posting Group: Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

 

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

 

Agency statement: ICJIA responds to community needs with research and federal and state grants administration. ICJIA administers over 100 million dollars in grants, including the R3 (restore, reinvest, renew) grants (funded through the tax on legalized cannabis), state violence prevention grants, and federal grants including under the Violence Against Women Act and the Victims of Crime Act. ICJIA convenes groups and collaborates on efforts to reform the criminal justice system. ICJIA leads criminal justice reform efforts by supporting policy makers through research.

 

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:

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  • systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com


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