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[email protected] or call (217) 524-7514 for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.
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Date: Jun 18, 2026
Location:
Springfield, IL, US, 62704
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Job Requisition ID: 56254
Job Requisition ID: 56254
Opening Date: 06/18/2026
Closing Date: 07/06/2026
Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice
Class Title: CONTRACTUAL WORKER - 10000
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option:
Salary: $42/hr
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: None
Merit Comp Code:
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.
Personal Services Contract (External Audit Liaison)
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:
The Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice (IDJJ) is seeking a motivated candidate to serve as the External Audit Liaison on a Personal Services Contract located in Sangamon County. The incumbent for this position will be under the direction of the Chief Internal Auditor and serve as the primary liaison between the agency and external auditors. The incumbent will also coordinate audit activities and provide guidance to agency staff throughout the audit process. If this sounds like an opportunity that would fit into your career path, then click the apply button to get started. We encourage all interested and qualified individuals to apply!
Essential Functions:
Under the direction of the Chief Internal Auditor serves as the primary liaison between the agency and external auditors (e.g. Office of Auditor General, Other Federal and State Oversight Entities).
Coordinates audit activities and provides guidance to agency staff throughout the audit process.
Participates in audit walkthroughs, interviews, and reviews to ensure accurate representation of agency operations.
Monitors audit progress and communicates status updates to leadership.
Reviews audit findings and supports development of management responses and corrective action plans.
Performs other duties as required or assigned 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 coursework in business administration, accounting, auditing, public administration, or a related field, and five (5) years of progressively responsible professional experience in one or more of the following areas: auditing; analyzing policies, laws, rules, or regulations; managing complex engagements or projects; or gathering, analyzing, and verifying data and evidence;
Or
Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of two (2) years of college with coursework in business administration, accounting, auditing, public administration, or a related field, and seven (7) years of progressively responsible professional experience in one or more of the following areas: auditing; analyzing policies, laws, rules, or regulations; managing complex engagements or projects; or gathering, analyzing, and verifying data and evidence;
Or
Requires ten (10) years of progressively responsible professional experience in one or more of the following areas: auditing; analyzing policies, laws, rules, or regulations; managing complex engagements or projects; or gathering, analyzing, and verifying data and evidence.
Preferred Qualifications (In Order of Significance):
Prefers at least two (2) years of work experience in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel or equivalent.
Prefers at least five (5) years’ experience with audit liaison activities.
Prefers at least five (5) years of coordinating multiple projects.
Prefers the ability to perform duties in a professional, efficient and ethical manner and to maintain the confidentiality of the information gathered during an audit.
Conditions of Employment:
All applicants must be able to meet the following Conditions of Employment, with or without reasonable accommodation to be considered for this position. The State of Illinois complies with federal and state disability laws and will make reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.
Required the ability to pass an IDOC/IDJJ Background Check.
Requires the ability to pass an IDOC/IDJJ drug screening.
Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate. Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license.
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
Will you be able to meet these Conditions of Employment with or without reasonable accommodations?
About the Agency:
The mission of the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice (IDJJ) is to build youth skills and strengthen families by promoting community safety and positive youth outcomes. Over 900 staff members from across various departments—security, programming, education, mental health, and more—collaborate with the understanding that youth are physically, emotionally, and cognitively different from adults. The department provides extensive services to young people through a developmental, treatment-focused model of care that builds youth resiliency, engages families, and promotes community safety at the five youth facilities it operates across the state. IDJJ serves and houses approximately 150 youth and is responsible for approximately 500 youth on Aftercare in various Illinois’ communities.
Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm
Headquarter Location: 2715 W Monroe St, Springfield, Illinois, 62704
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact: Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice Human Resources
Email: [email protected]
Posting Group: Legal, Audit & Compliance; Leadership & Management; Public Safety; Social Services
The personal services contract will end on 12/31/26.
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:
[email protected]
[email protected]
Nearest Major Market: Springfield
