LABOR RELATIONS SPECIALIST

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For more Information, Please See https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13704019 Job Requisition ID:**58440**\ Opening Date:**09/03/2026**\ Closing Date:**09/18/2026**\ Agency:**Department of Children and Family Services**\ Class Title:**HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST - 19693**\ Skill Option:**None**\ Bilingual Option:**None**\ Salary:**Anticipated Starting Salary \$7,083 to \$8,333 Monthly**\ Job Type:**Salaried**\ Category:**Full Time**\ Number of Vacancies:**1**\ Merit Comp Code:**Confidential (Management Bill) Exclusion from RC062 Collective Bargaining Coverage\ Work Hours**: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm\Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability**:3 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs\ Headquarter Location**:Springfield - 406 E Monroe St\Work County**:Sangamon\Agency Contact**: chelsea.vance@illinois.govA resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach aDETAILEDResume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one.** 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 Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as a Labor Relations Specialist. DCFS offers a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits, and a pension program. The ideal candidate for this position will have excellent organizational skills and strong leadership and communication capabilities. We invite you to join our innovative team to help make a positive difference in the lives of the children and families of Illinois. ## Essential Functions Serves as Labor Relations Specialist As assigned, serves as a hearing officer pursuant to the various relevant contractual provisions at the second andthird levels of the grievance process Serves as a labor relations liaison, providing technical assistance on all negotiated collective bargaining contracts,state and federal statutes, executive orders, and DCFS policies relating to personnel practices In coordination with appropriate management staff, as directed, provides input into labor/management meetingsand ongoing informal discussions with union representatives to communicate Department policies and listen toemployee concerns Conducts formal training sessions for management staff regarding contract administration, collective bargainingagreement revisions, and labor relations policies Serves as an active member of the management team, providing members with information on various laborrelations matters Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumeratedabove