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LCA OAR - E St Louis

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), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students.  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:  Aug 7, 2026
Location: 

East St. Louis, IL, US, 62205

Job Requisition ID:  57729

Job Requisition ID: 57729 
Closing Date: 08/21/2026​Agency: Department of Military Affairs
Class Title: LCA OAR (79457) 
Salary: Min. $61,000 - Max. 80,243
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Jersey; Madison; Monroe; St. Clair
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: None

                   

****A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****

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.

 

 

THIS IS A PERSONAL SERVICE CONTRACT -

CONTRACT EMPLOYEES HAVE NO MEDICAL OR DENTAL INSURANCE AT THIS TIME

 

 

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 Function 1

Actively recruits potential cadets for attendance at Lincoln’s Challenge Academy.
• Responds to inquiries from potential applicants, distributes information brochures and applications.
• Develop and coordinate informational programs and interviews potential applicants.
• Assists potential cadets with completion of application packets, reviews applications, and identifies qualified applicants.
• Evaluates and oversees data entry into the Team assigned folder.

Essential Function 2

Establishes and maintains public relations and represents Lincoln’s Challenge Academy as a valuable community youth outreach program.
• Schedules, coordinates, and conducts informational programs and oral presentations.

Essential Function 3

Coordinates with educational institutions, public and private agencies, and employers in the identification and recruitment of potential cadets and mentors.
• Establishes community coalitions and coordinates agreements with local and state agencies, within the assigned region, for cadet and mentor recruiting and resource opportunities.

Essential Function 4

Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications 1

  • Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to four years of college.
  • Requires two years of administrative civilian or military experience.

Preferred Qualifications 1

  • Prefers bachelor’s degree in a Communication or Marketing area or business administration, with course work in sales, marketing and public speaking. 
  • Prefers Bilingual speaker/writer in Spanish and English languages.

Employment Condition 1

  1. Requires the ability to pass a DoD background investigation. 
  2. Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate. Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license. 
  3. Required to work a flex work schedule including weekends and evenings when necessary to meet agency needs. 
  4. This position is considered light work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(b)). Light work involves lifting no more than 20 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds.
  5. This job may require a good deal of walking or standing or involves sitting most of the time.

Work Hours:  40 hrs week / 8 hrs daily - Between 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM. Can vary based on mission requirements 
Work Location: 2931 State St, East St. Louis, Illinois, 62205 Agency Contact:  Sherri White-Taylor
Email:  sherri.white-taylor@illinois.gov
Phone #:  217-892-1302  Posting Group: Office & Administrative Support

 

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 into 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:

 

*NOTE:  The Department of Military Affairs does not discriminate against any individual because of his or her race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or unfavorable discharge from military service in connection with employment, real estate transactions, access to financial credit, and the availability of public accommodations in compliance with the Illinois Human Rights Act, the Illinois Constitution, Title VI of the 1964 Civil Rights Acts, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the U.S. Constitution.  The Equal Employment Opportunity Office is responsible for compliance and may be reached at 217/557-5667.


Nearest Major Market: St Louis

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