How do I apply for a job?
Either contact the Department of Personnel by phone in Springfield (217) 782-4783 or Chicago (312) 793-5515 to have an application sent to you or you can download an application from the Application, Testing, and Employment page.
If I am not employed with the Secretary of State, can I bid on job postings?
No. Only current payroll employees, who meet bid requirements, may bid on job postings.
How long am I eligible for employment if I take an examination and receive a passing grade?
Candidates remain on the eligible list for employment referrals for a period of one year (twelve months) from the date of examination. To remain eligible for employment, examinations must be retaken at the expiration of the one-year period.
Can I use a resume instead of the Secretary of State employment application?
No. The Secretary of State employment application is designed to provide the Department of Personnel with specific information needed about candidates for employment. You may attach a additional sheets in the same format as the employment application if additional space is needed. The application must be completed in full.
How can I receive veterans' points when I take examinations?
Under Illinois law, veterans who meet eligibility requirements are entitled to additional points on examinations and veterans' preference. A veteran or member of the Illinois National Guard or any reserve component of the armed forces of the United States, must establish veterans' preference by submitting copies of a certified DD214/215, NGB22 (or equivalent form) or proof of a service-connected disability from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs. Once the veteran has established status as a veteran with the Department of Personnel, subsequent Employment Applications need not include copies of such proof of service. In addition, if the veteran engages in additional service which would alter the preference points on the examination after establishing veterans' status with the Department of Personnel, the veteran must submit a copy of a certified copy of the proof of service and mark the Employment Application accordingly.
What types of jobs include benefits like health insurance, sick time and vacation time?
Permanent full-time, permanent part-time and intermittent positions include such benefits. Intermittent and permanent part-time employees, however, receive pro-rated benefits based on the percentage of time worked compared to full-time employees. Intermittent and permanent part-time employees, for example, must pay for a portion of group health insurance benefits. Temporary employees are not eligible for benefits.
How long does a written test take?
Applicants are provided up to 2 1/2 hours to complete a written test.
If I do not pass the examination the first time or want to improve my grade, how soon can I retake the test?
Examinations, including training and experience examinations, may not be retaken for fourteen (14) calendar days from the date of exam.
I have just tested and do not like my grade, how soon can I test again?
An applicant has to wait fourteen (14) days before they can retest for a title.
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