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TECHNICAL ADVISOR II

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Date:  Oct 30, 2025
Location: 

Des Plaines, IL, US, 60016

Job Requisition ID:  51292

Job Requisition ID: 51292 
Closing Date: 11/14/2025
​Agency: Property Tax Appeal Board
Class Title: TECHNICAL ADVISOR II - 45252 
Skill Option: None 
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6,589 monthly; Full Range $6,589 - $9,541 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 2
Bargaining Unit Code: RC010 Professional Legal Unit, 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.

 

Position Overview:

This Administrative Law Judge position conducts legal hearings of property tax assessments dealing primarily with matters of law; consults with attorneys, taxpayers, local government officials and others regarding the application of regulations to specific situations; conducts legal research pertinent to the appeal at hand; prepares draft decisions for approval and presentation to the Property Tax Appeal Board.                                                                                                 

 

The Property Tax Appeal Board offers a robust benefit package including:

  • Monday-Friday schedule
  • Health, life, vision, and dental insurance
  • Paid Parental leave
  • Pension Plan
  • Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs
  • Employees earn (12) paid sick days annually
  • (10-25) paid vacation days (based on years of service)
  • Employees earn (3) paid personal days (pro-rated based on start date)
  • (13-14) paid state holidays annually

Work hours and schedule will be mutually agreed upon by supervisor during the onboarding process.

 

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.

Essential Functions

  • Receives and reviews assigned appeal cases for completeness, compliance with Rules, and issues raised
  • Conducts legal hearings in Cook County, and other counties as assigned, involving disputed property tax assessments where cases are of moderate complexity
  • Participates in a committee of the hearing officer staff which analyzes, and reviews recommended decisions for sufficiency and adherence to standards prior to submission to the Board
  • Under the direction of the Executive Director, Chief Administrative Law Judge, or Deputy Chief Administrative Law Judge, performs legal research as required, including statutory interpretations, and questions that arise at hearings before the Property Tax Appeal Board
  • Performs other duties as required or assigned, which are reasonable within the scope of duties 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 ability to establish and maintain satisfactory public contacts and working relationships with attorneys, taxpayers, local government officials, and others
  • Prefers working knowledge of the common law and the provisions of state and federal laws relating to administrative and regulatory functions regarding real estate and property tax

Conditions of Employment

  • Requires the ability to pass a background check
  • Requires the ability and willingness to travel to hearing sites in Cook County, and other counties as assigned

 

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 Property Tax Appeal Board (PTAB or Board) is a quasi-judicial body made up of five Board Members appointed by the Governor, with the advice and consent of the Senate, and a professional staff to aid the Board. The PTAB was created in 1967 to provide an unbiased forum for taxpayers and taxing bodies outside of Cook County that are dissatisfied with property assessments. In 1997, the PTAB's jurisdiction was expanded to include all Counties in Illinois. The Board primarily considers appeals after decisions from County Boards of Review. The burden of proof before the Board is "a preponderance of the evidence" when market value is the basis of the appeal or "clear and convincing evidence" when unequal treatment in the assessment process is the basis of the appeal. The Board will only determine the correct assessment of property on appeal based on equity and the weight of the evidence. The amount of the tax bill or the tax rate used in the computation is determined by local county officials and may not be appealed to the Board. Likewise, the Board has no jurisdiction to exempt property from taxation.

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am-5:00pm
Work Location: 9511 Harrison St, Des Plaines, Illinois, 60016
Agency Contact: James Moffat
Email: james.moffat@illinois.gov
Phone #: 217-557-0122
Posting Group: Legal, Audit & Compliance

 

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.

 

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