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To be considered for some job titles with the IL Secretary of States Office, you must take and pass a written, multiple-choice examination. Information about testing times and locations, and phone numbers to make appointments is provided below.

Questions related to job postings or applying and testing for positions can be answered by contacting the Department of Personnel or by e-mail at:

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Additional information regarding job titles, minimum qualifications, hiring procedures or Community Testing opportunities may be found at:

https://www.ilsos.gov/departments/personnel/employment.html

Chicago & Springfield Job Testing Opportunities

Multiple-Choice Tested Titles:

Tuesday 1:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM
Thursday 1:00 PM

Multiple-Choice Tested Titles with Keyboarding Assessment:

Wednesday 1:00 PM

Walk-in candidates may be accepted at the discretion of the testing center, if space is available; scheduled applicants will receive priority when testing. Unscheduled applicants (walk-ins) must have completed an online application prior to arrival or may complete an online application, in a Department of Personnel office, prior to the beginning of the testing session; allow at least 20 minutes.

DMV+ Job Testing Opportunities

The Secretary of State wants to make it easier for you to be considered for employment with the Office. Testing for certain titles, that require an applicant to take and pass a written, multiple-choice test, may be available in DMV+ facilities. The Office will offer job testing opportunities at the DMV facilities listed below. We hope that offering testing at these locations, as well as the Secretary of State Personnel Offices in Chicago and Springfield, will make it easier for people who want to work for our Office.

Testing is by appointment ONLY*. All appointments MUST be made within 48 hours of the scheduled test date (No walk-ins accepted). Please call for available dates and to schedule appointments.

An online application must be submitted prior to testing

Limited seating at DMV+ locations

DMV+ Locations:

Call 312-793-5515 for appointment

Melrose Park DMV 1903 N Mannheim Rd
Aurora DMV 970 N Lake St
Lake Zurich DMV 951 S Rand Rd

Test dates subject the change to accommodate holidays and availability, please call for appointment.

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General Employment Application - IL Secretary of State

United States

Temporary to Full Time

General - Use when desired title/location is not listed

Entry Level



Office of the Illinois Secretary of State
Alexi Giannoulias

Job Title: Please apply to a specific job title supported by the IL Secretary of State
Note: This application should NOT be used for the following titles:

Motor Vehicle Cashier
Operations Associate
Public Service Clerk
Public Service Representative

Division: TBD

Union: TBD

Location: TBD

Salary: TBD

Overview:

The Office of the Illinois Secretary of State offers a variety job titles and responsibilities, available throughout the State of Illinois. Application must be made to a specific title. Most job titles will be available in Sangamon County and the Metro Chicago vicinity; a more limited selection of titles will be available outside of these areas. By participating in our application or qualification process, an applicant may gain eligibility to be considered for hire, in a title, for an extended period of time. Information addressing available job titles and our application process is available from the IL Secretary of State’s website.

https://www.ilsos.gov/departments/personnel/employment.html.

Job Counselors are also available to address inquiries by phone or by appointment at each of our Personnel Offices. Chicago - 312-793-5515 Springfield - 217-782-4783

Duties and Responsibilities:

Customer Service – Service Transactions and Driver’s Facilities.
Operational Support – Clerical and Paraprofessional
Maintenance & Construction – Trades, Janitorial and Yard Maintenance
Support Services – Information Technology, Personnel or Accounting
Professional -
Managerial -
Law Enforcement & Security – Secretary of State Police or Security Guard
Specialty Areas – Departments of IL State Library, Archives, Business Services or Securities

Specific Skills:

Required knowledge, skills and abilities will vary from title to title.

Education and Work Experience:

Required education and experience minimum requirements will vary from title to title.
Additional information addressing such requirements may be found on the Class Specification for each title - https://www.ilsos.gov/departments/personnel/titles.html.

Application Process:

You may submit an application by completing the questionnaire on the right side of this page.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the United States.

Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital or veteran status, or the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or disability.

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Title Applied For - Application MUST be made for a specific title.*

County Preference - Eligibility will be granted in the IL Counties/Cook County Zones where preference is indicated; up to three may be selected.

Cook County Zones are only applicable to the titles of Public Service Clerk, Public Service Representative, Motor Vehicle Cashier and their Intermittent counterparts. Information identifying which zone represents each facility is available on the Secretary of State website.

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County/Zone Preference 3

Do you possess a valid driver's license?*

If Yes, DL State Issued by

If Yes, DL Class Rating

Education Report:

Please note: For Training and Experience evaluated titles, a copy of a certified college transcript/degree MUST be submitted to obtain credit for post high school educational achievement.

Highest Level of Education Completed?*

College/University Information

Major/Course of Study

Dates of Education

Attachment - Education Documents - Submit only once

Are you fluent in language(s) other than English?

If Yes, provide details regarding language and fluency - speak/read/write

Are you a member of the National Guard/Reserves or a veteran of the U.S. military service?*

Will you be seeking Veteran's Preference on behalf of a veteran as a qualifying parent or spouse?

If Yes, indicate branch of service.

Date of Service - Entry

Date of Service - Discharge

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Do you have one or more family members employed by the Secretary of State?
Family members includes any person who has established a party to a civil union or parties to a marriage pursuant to the law.*

If Yes, provide name and employing department for each.

Are you currently in default on the repayment of any educational loan?
State law requires an employee in default on repayment of any education loan for six months or more and in the amount of $600 or more shall, as a condition of employment, make satisfactory repayment arrangements with the maker or guarantor of the loan.*

Have you ever been fired from a job? (Downsizing/Layoff does not apply)*

If Yes, please provide a detailed explanation, including name of employer, dates of employment and reason for separation.

Experience Report:

Fully describe your work history beginning with your present position. If you held multiple positions with a single employee, list each position separately. Incomplete information may affect your ability to be considered. Additional work history or information may be provided as a single attachment.

Previous Employer #1 - Name

Employer #1 - Address

Employer #1 - Telephone Number

Employer #1 - Job Title

Employer #1 - Dates of Employment

Employer #1 - Avg. Hours Worked per Week.

Employer #1 - Job Duties

Employer #1 - Reason for Leaving

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Previous Employer #2 - Name

Employer #2 - Address

Employer #2 - Telephone Number

Employer #2 - Job Title

Employer #2 - Dates of Employment

Employer #2 - Avg. Hours Worked per Week.

Employer #2 - Job Duties

Employer #2 - Reason for Leaving

Previous Employer #3 - Name

Employer #3 - Address

Employer #3 - Telephone Number

Employer #3 - Job Title

Employer #3 - Dates of Employment

Employer #3 - Avg. Hours Worked per Week.

Employer #3 - Job Duties

Employer #3 - Reason for Leaving

Previous Employer #4 - Name

Employer #4 - Address

Employer #4 - Telephone Number

Employer #4 - Job Title

Employer #4 - Dates of Employment

Employer #4 - Avg. Hours Worked per Week.

Employer #4 - Job Duties

Employer #4 - Reason for Leaving

Attachment - Additional Job History Information (Optional)

Attachment #4 - Other (Optional)

Employment Information:

Child support obligations: State law requires that you provide certain information about child support obligations at the time of hire. The possibility of employment is not affected by a child support obligation or default in payment.

Selective Service Registration: As a condition of employment, state law requires that “every male born on or after January 1, 1960, and less than 27 years old, shall submit documentation, at time of appointment, evidencing his registration with the Federal Selective Service System.”

Disclosure of Information: The Office of the Secretary of State requests disclosure of information that is necessary to accomplish the statutory purpose as outlined under 15 ILCS 310/10. Disclosure of this information is REQUIRED; failure to provide any information may result in rejection of this form.

I confirm that have read and understood the Employment Information disclosed above.

I certify that answers given herein are true and complete to the best of my knowledge.

I authorize investigation of all statements contained in this application for employment as may be necessary in arriving at an employment decision. I understand that this application is not, and is not intended to be a contract of employment.

In the event of employment, I understand that false or misleading information given in my application or interview(s) may result in discharge or other disciplinary action. I understand that if hired I authorize the State of Illinois to conduct an investigation into all aspects of my qualifications and background; any individual, organization, or agency that maintains records relating to me to provide these records upon request to any agency of the State Illinois conducting such an investigation. This authorization is not limited to employment records, credit records, and criminal history records. I release any individual, organization, or agency from any and all liability incurred as a result of providing such records. Proof of citizenship or immigration status will be required upon employment.*

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To comply with government Equal Employment Opportunity and/or Affirmative Action reporting regulations, we are requesting (but NOT requiring) that you enter this personal data. This information will not be used in connection with any employment decisions, and will be used solely as permitted by state and federal law. Your voluntary cooperation would be appreciated. Learn more.

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A “recently separated veteran” means any veteran during the three-year period beginning on the date of such veteran's discharge or release from active duty in the U.S. military, ground, naval, or air service.
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