Disability Rights Manager

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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

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 ability

ResCen or call  for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.

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.

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
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Under general supervision, trains, directs, organizes, plans, and facilitates the functions and activities of regional HRA panels in the disposition of alleged disability rights violations committed by service providers and in matters of special education. Organizes, directs, and guides on-site investigations conducted by a regional authority. Directs and facilitates scheduled regional authority public meetings in accordance with the Open Meetings Act and compliance with HRA program mandates especially regarding special education matters.

Finally, position will conduct public outreach to expand awareness and participatory interest in the HRA program via involvement in community activities and events, sponsoring informational and educational public presentations highlighting the program, distributing outreach materials, and disseminating information.

Illinois Guardianship and Advocacy Commission offers a robust benefit package including:

• 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.

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…