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Job Title: Audit, Collections, & Discovery Specialist

Job Requisition ID: 49874

Closing Date: 09/24/2025

Salary: $5,637 a month

Work Hours: M-F 7:45 AM-4:15 PM 

Work Location: (Hybrid) 101 W Jefferson St, Springfield, Illinois, 62702  

Union Position: Yes

Work authorization: US work authorization required at time of application. No sponsorship available. Not eligible for F1 OPT/CPT. Positions are W2 only and cannot be converted to a contract position. If you have questions about your work authorization eligibility, please email doit.recruitment@illinois.gov. 

Questions? Email doit.recruitment@illinois.gov

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Are you looking for a rewarding career with an organization that values their staff? The Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT) is seeking to hire qualified candidates with the opportunity to work in a dynamic, creative thinking, problem solving environment. 

This position serves as an Audit, Collections, & Discovery Specialist in supporting the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) assisting higher level Application Services staff in performing a range of application services of limited complexity for the enhancement and maintenance of the GenTax Integrated System. 

In this role you will perform limited applications programming support of the GenTax system and receive instruction in understanding and applying modern systems methodology and standard operating procedures in performing the structured phases of a system lifecycle.

In addition, you will receive instructions in the understanding and application of modern systems methodology and standard operating procedures in performing the structured phases of a system lifecycle. 

If you possess these knowledges, skills, abilities, and experience, we invite you to apply to join the DoIT team!

 

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.

 

As a State of Illinois employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package including: 
•    Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans. 
•    Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position). 
•    10 -25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment). 
•    12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year. 
•    3 paid personal business days per year. 
•    13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years. 
•    12 weeks of paid parental leave. 
•    Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System. 
•    Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan. 
•    Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP). 
•    Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility. 

For more information regarding State of Illinois Benefits follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

 

Essential Functions

•    Under immediate supervision, serves as an Audit, Collections, & Discovery Specialist in the Audit, Collections, & Discovery Unit for the Department of Innovation & Technology (DoIT), supporting the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) assisting higher level Application Services staff in performing a range of application services of limited complexity for the enhancement and maintenance of the GenTax Integrated System.
•    Performs applications programming support of the GenTax system of limited complexity by writing SQL using SQL Server to be used in the business objects or as stand-alone queries.
•    Receives instruction in understanding and applying modern systems methodology and standard operating procedures in performing the structured phases of a system lifecycle.
•    Keeps abreast of new developments in the information technology field by continuing education through meetings, training sessions, seminars, and conferences to increase familiarity with and remain current on products, vendors, techniques, and procedures. 
•    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 two (2) years of college with course work in application services or directly related fields.

 

Preferred Qualifications

•    Elementary knowledge of VB using the .NET Framework.
•    Elementary knowledge of C#.
•    Elementary knowledge of SQL Server.
•    Elementary knowledge of coding or testing business objects.
•    Elementary knowledge of Information Technology concepts and principles.
•    Elementary knowledge of the theories and functions of computer systems.

 

Conditions of Employment

NOTE: Applicants must possess the ability to meet ALL of the following conditions of employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position.  

•    Requires the ability to verify identity. 
•    Requires employment authorization to accept permanent full-time position with State of Illinois. 
•    Requires the ability to pass a tax compliance and position specific, agency required background check.
•    Requires self-disclosure of criminal history. 
•    Requires the ability to travel in performance of duties. 
•    Requires the ability to work outside of normal hours to meet deadlines. 
•    Requires the ability to use agency supplied equipment such as laptop, personal computer, work cell phone, etc.
•    Requires the ability to attend seminars, conferences, and training to remain current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to job duties. 
•    Requires the ability to lift and carry objects or equipment weighing up to (50) pounds. This is considered medium work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(c)). Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.  

The conditions of employment listed are incorporated and/or related to any duties included in the position description.