Labor Relations Advisor

Agency: Department of Human Services

Location: Jacksonville, Illinois, 62650

Opening Date: 12/26/2025

Closing Date: 1/09/2026

Salary:  Anticipated Salary: $8,360 - $10,360 per month ($100,320 - $124,320 per year) + Bilingual Pay

Bilingual Option: Manual Communication (Sign)

Category: Full Time 

County: Morgan

Number of Vacancies: 1

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A resume is highly encouraged to evaluate your qualifications and skills as part of your application. Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application if you decide to provide one. 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. 

Posting Identification Number: 51866

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.

Position Overview

Under direction of the Superintendent(s) serves as Labor Relations Advisor for Illinois School of the Deaf (ISD) and Illinois School for the Visually Impaired (ISVI). This position directs and administers the Workers’ Compensation and Risk Management Programs for ISD and ISVI for extended benefit and temporary total disability claims. Responsible for the overall administrative supervision of physical plant, building maintenance, grounds, security, transportation, and housekeeping programs for Illinois School for the Deaf (ISD) and serves as full-line supervisor. Monitors physical operations of the school to ensure safety and efficiency. Utilizes personal computer software to create a variety of reports from computers database at both schools. Serves as liaison for EEO/Affirmative Action Officer for ISD and ISVI. Utilizes sign language in the performance of duties. Serves as the Title IX liaison at both ISD/ISVI for Department of Rehabilitation Services (DRS).  Travels in the performance of duties.

Essential Functions

• Serves as the Labor Relations Advisor for Illinois School for the Deaf (ISD) and Illinois School for the Visually Impaired (ISVI).
• Directs and administers the Workers’ Compensation and Risk Management Programs for ISD and ISVI for extended benefit and temporary total disability claims.
• Responsible for the overall administrative supervision of physical plant, building maintenance, grounds, security, transportation, and housekeeping programs for Illinois School for the Deaf (ISD). 
• Serves as full-line supervisor.
• Monitors physical operations of the school to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Serves as liaison for Title IX for ISD and ISVI.
• Serves as liaison for EEO/Affirmative Action Officer for ISD and ISVI.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years college with course work in business or public administration. 
• Requires three (3) years progressively responsible administrative experience in labor relations and/or human resources.
• Requires the ability to communicate in sign language at the Intermediate level.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of professional experience working with labor relations rules and collective bargaining contracts.
• Two (2) years of professional experience communicating effectively (written and oral) to identify and resolve human resources issues and adopt efficient and effective course(s) of action. 
• Two (2) years of professional experience working within the field of human resources and being responsible for Workers’ Compensation and Risk Management Programs for extended benefit and temporary total disability claims, state and federal requirements, policies, procedures, and practices for a public or private organization.
• Two (2) years of professional experience with building operations, maintenance/service agreements, and physical operations.  
• Two (2) years of professional experience investigating issues, analyzing possible outcomes and making recommendations for appropriate course of action.  
• Two (2) years of professional experience in supervising and managing personnel, assigning work, providing guidance to subordinates, recommending, and implementing counseling and/or discipline activities following collective bargaining agreements, training staff, approving time off and preparing and signing off on evaluations. 

Conditions of Employment

• Requires ability to create reports, documents and training materials using programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access. 
• Requires ability to travel.
• Require the ability to work on an on-call basis including after normal business hours, weekends, and holidays. 
• This position has been found to meet the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. The Illinois Governmental Ethics Act (5 ILCS 420/4A et seq.) requires certain state officials and employees to file annual Statements of Economic Interest with the Office of the Secretary of State that will be made available for examination and copying by the public. All employees required to file a Statement of Economic Interest are also required to file the Supplemental Statement of Economic Interest with the Executive Ethics Commission. (See Executive Order 15-09) Fines and penalties apply to untimely filings.
• Requires ability to pass the IDHS background check.
• Requires ability to pass a drug screen for drugs prohibited from recreational use under Illinois Law.

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

Work Hours: Mon - Fri, 8:00am - 4:30pm; 1-hour unpaid lunch

Headquarter Location: 125 S Webster Ave, Jacksonville, Illinois, 62650

Division of Rehabilitation Services

Illinois School for the Deaf

Support Operations/Physical Plant

Work County: Morgan

Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@illinois.gov

Posting Group: Leadership & Management; Employee Services; Social Services

About the Agency:

The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need all across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.

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 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)
• Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
• 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
• Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)

For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx