ADMINISTRATIVE LAW JUDGE - Chicago, IL

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more information, please see: https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13748873 **Job Requisition ID:**58232**\ Opening Date:**09/24/2026**\ Closing Date:**10/15/2026**\ Agency:**Department of Human Services**\ Class Title:**TECHNICAL ADVISOR III - 45253**\ Skill Option:**None**\ Bilingual Option:**None**\ Salary:**Anticipated Salary: \$8,060-\$11,851/month (\$96,720-\$142,212/year)**\ Job Type:**Salaried**\ Category:**Full Time**\ Number of Vacancies:**20**\ Bargaining Unit Code:**RC010 Professional Legal Unit, AFSCME**\ Merit Comp Code:**\ **Work Hours**: 8:30am-5:00pm, Monday-Friday (flex available), 1 hour unpaid lunch\ **Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability**: It is required that a person reports to the headquarters on this job position as necessary (could be weekly, monthly, or other schedule) dependent on operational need\ **Headquarter Location**: 69 W Washington St, Chicago, Illinois, 60602 Office of General Counsel Division of Administrative Hearings Bureau of Hearings **Work County**: Cook\ **Agency Contact**: ? **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 theAdditional Documentssection of yourapplication. 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 positionMUSTapply electronically through the**[**illinois.jobs2web.com**](https://illinois.jobs2web.com/){target="_blank" rel="noopener"}**website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the**[**SuccessFactors**](https://hcm20.ns2cloud.com/sf/careers/jobsearch?bplte_company=SILHCM20P1){target="_blank" rel="noopener"}**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 youre helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, youre part of something biggersomething that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career youre looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your scheduleflexible 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** The Illinois Department of Human Services seeks to hire an Administrative Law Judge (Technical Advisor III) to conduct specialized administrative hearings and decide complex appeals involving multiple State and Federal programs. In such capacity, performs research, conducts administrative hearings, and composes recommended decisions. Each ALJ is responsible for managing their dockets and maintaining the electronic hearing database containing the appeal record, including the status information, electronic audio recordings, and electronic documents. This position reviews dense records, applies evolving statutory and case law frameworks, and addresses appeals affected by State and Federal policy. Strong analytical and communication skills required. ## **Essential Functions** Conducts specialized and complex review of legal issues and drafting of legally binding decisions in a paperless environment. Conducts specialized administrative hearings. Maintains appeal status information on an electronic hearings database in a timely and accurate manner and supports program-level improvements. Provides advanced legal guidance and supports administrative review activities. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.