What are the responsibilities and job description for the PUBLIC AID INVESTIGATOR TRAINEE position at State of Illinois?
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.
Closing Date: 12/11/2025
Agency: Department of Human Services
Class Title: PUBLIC AID INVESTIGATOR TRAINEE - 35874
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Salary $4,954-$6,894/month ($59,448-$82,728/year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Madison
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062
Merit Comp Code:
- Participates in an on-the-job training program designed to provide thorough working knowledge of investigative procedures utilized by senior investigative staff of the agency.
- Receives instruction in the successful conduct of thorough field investigations of reported or suspected situations of malfeasance or fraudulent activity involving the eligibility of applicants, clients and former clients, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) trafficking, vendor irregularities, etc.
- Receives instruction and personal experience in interviewing and obtaining statements and evidence from neighbors, relatives, employers, and others familiar with the situation under investigation.
- Learns to represent the agency in liaison with federal and state prosecutors, as well as law enforcement agencies and local office staff.
- Testifies in court proceedings and hearings as to facts and evidence obtained in cases investigated.
- Develops and maintains working knowledge of agency policy and procedures, as well as applicable state and federal laws and regulations.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
- Requires a bachelor’s degree with major coursework in law enforcement, criminal justice, or related fields OR requires an associate degree with major coursework in law enforcement, criminal justice, or related field, and four (4) years of experience in investigative work such as detective, administrative, civil or criminal investigations, licensing/certification investigations, worker’s compensation investigations, etc.
- Three (3) years of professional experience working with policies, procedures and state and federal laws pertaining to public assistance.
- Two (2) years of professional experience working with investigative methods, techniques, and procedures.
- Two (2) years of professional experience compiling and summarizing data and preparing records and reports in a clear and concise format.
- Two (2) years of professional experience in developing and maintaining collaborative and cooperative working relationship with private and public organizations.
- Two (2) years of professional experience working with court procedures, practices, and rules of evidence.
- Two (2) years of professional experience applying and interpreting laws and regulations relating to public assistance.
- Requires possession of a valid driver’s license.
- Requires ability to pass the Federal Tax Information Access background check.
- Requires the ability to work a flexible work schedule.
- Requires ability to travel statewide in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate, to conduct investigations.
- All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
- 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)
- Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
- GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
- 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
- Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
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Nearest Major Market: St Louis
Salary : $59,448 - $82,728
