Investigations Supervisor

Job

Requisition

Opening Date: 06/15/2026

Closing Date: 06/30/2026

Agency:
Department of Human Rights

Class

Title:

PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015

Skill Option:
General Administration/Business Marketing/Labor/Personnel

Bilingual Option:
None

Salary:
Anticipated Starting Salary (effective 7/1/26): $8,571 a month:
Full Range: $8,571-$12,651 a month

Job Type: Salaried

Category:
Full Time

County:
Sangamon

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  website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the Success Factors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

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

Under administrative direction, manages a statewide discrimination investigations unit, supervises a small to moderate staff of highly skilled professional personnel engaged in the investigation of charges of employment and other types of discrimination according to established policies; plans, assigns and reviews the activities of investigators; trains and advises staff in investigative methods and procedural guidelines; reviews and approves work products; evaluates work performance;

provides motivation to staff as necessary.

Benefits Statement

As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

* A Pension Program

* Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance

* 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually

* 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)

* 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)

* Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable)

* 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years

* Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)

* 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave

* Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan

* Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)

* GI Bill Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans

* 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions

* Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)

For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www
2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

Essential Functions

* Serves as a working supervisor.

* Analyzes file contents to determine if legal procedural requirements are being met.

* Monitors caseload management of unit and provides necessary technical direction and guidance to ensure successful completion of caseload management objectives.

* Trains new investigative staff assigned to the unit and provides veteran investigators in the unit with ongoing training in investigative and interviewing techniques as set out in the various policy and training manuals of the Charge Processing Division.

* Meets regularly with staff attorneys to discuss substantial evidence findings of investigators to determine if investigations need more work, more detailed analysis, or that there is lack of substantial evidence and to discuss interpretations of new and revised laws rules and regulations that affect Charge Processing Investigations.

* Participates in the hiring and promotion of staff by interviewing applicants and offering input into the selection process.

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

Minimum Qualifications

* Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college, preferably with courses in business or public administration.

* Requires prior experience equivalent to three years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization.

Specialized Skills

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