Job Description

Job Requisition ID: 52833

Opening Date: 01/22/2026
Closing Date: 02/04/2026
​Agency: Department of Human Services
Class Title: STATISTICAL RESEARCH SPEC I (42741)
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option:
Salary: Anticipated Salary $4,586-$6,228/month ($55,032-$74,736/year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 2
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:

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This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors 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.

The Division of Family and Community Services is seeking to hire a dynamic, independent, self-starter to serve as a data specialist, assisting with phases of data analysis and dissemination. This position assists in the collection and compilation of a variety of eligibility information regarding IES outcomes; assists in the compilation, analysis, evaluation and reporting of eligibility processing data for compliance to State and Federal guidelines; applies advanced statistical techniques to generate data for internal reports; assists in development of research designs in accordance with established guidelines and monitors status of Print and Mail room.

Essential Functions

• Serves as a data specialist, assisting with phases of data analysis and dissemination.
• Provides assistance in the compilation, analysis, evaluation, and reporting of eligibility processing data for compliance to State and Federal guidelines.
• Provides assistance with the collection and compilation of a variety of eligibility information regarding Integrated Eligibility Systems (IES) outcomes.
• Provides assistance in applying standard statistical techniques to generate data for internal reports and monitors Print and Mail room status.
• Conducts advanced statistical analysis on programmatic, social, and economic data.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college with courses in statistics, computer science, mathematics, economics and related fields.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of professional experience applying advanced statistical and research methods and techniques in the collection, summarization, manipulation, and analysis of computer data.
• Two (2) years of professional experience collecting and compiling data from computerized files, verifying accuracy, conducting advanced statistical analysis, and reporting patterns of inconsistencies.
• Two (2) years of professional experience reviewing and analyzing existing reports for accuracy of data, trends, and projections.
• Two (2) years of professional experience generating data reports that include standard statistical methods and techniques for collection, analysis development, and reporting purposes.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires the ability to work overtime and/or outside of regular business hours.

*All conditions of employment listed are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Work Hours: Mon-Fri, 8:30am-5pm, 1 hour unpaid lunch.

Headquarter Location: 600 E Ash St, Springfield, Illinois, 62703

Family and Community Services

Integrated Eligibility System

Integrated Eligibility Systems Reporting

Springfield, Sangamon County

Work County: Sangamon

Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@illinois.gov

Posting Group: Social Services

About the Agency:

The Illinois Department of Human Services uplifts individuals and communities across Illinois. Our mission is to respond to the needs of all people in Illinois so they can lead healthy, safe, and enriched lives. Our vision is the future we are shaping with dignity and the well-being for everyone in Illinois. Our values are the principles that guide us as we work to remove systemic barriers and create lasting opportunities with Compassion, Accessibility, Responsibility, and Equity.

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)
• 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)

For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://cms.illinois.gov/benefits/stateemployee.html

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.

State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.

Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

State employees should include temporary assignment in the application profile. Temporary assignment verification forms can be uploaded to the Additional Documents section.

The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:

• donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
• systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com