Job Description

Job Requisition ID: 44436  
  Closing Date/Time: 03/12/2025
Agency:  Illinois Gaming Board
Class Title: INTERNAL AUDITOR I - 21721 
Skill Option:  None 
Bilingual Option:  None 
Salary: $5,423 - $7,721 / Monthly - CBA Language Applies
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 2
Plan/BU: RC062

 

We are looking for someone to join us who has the ability to work independently and has great attention to detail. This position requires travel to licensed gaming facilities and other locations.

 

The Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) serves as regulatory body for all gambling activities across the state of Illinois. The IGB administers a regulatory and tax collection system for casino gambling, video gaming, and sports wagering in Illinois. We are committed to preserving the integrity of the Illinois gaming industry. The Illinois Gaming Board is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. 

 

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)
• Paid vacation time annually
• 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 maternity/paternity 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: 

 

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

 

All applicants who want to be considered for this position  MUST apply electronically through the  illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the  SuccessFactors employee career portal.

 

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

 

Posting Identification Number: 44436

INTERNAL AUDITOR I 

Essential Functions

• Independently reviews and processes requests, of a simple and complex nature, from all gaming licensees for proposed changes to their Internal Control Systems.
• Identifies internal control weaknesses and corresponding level of problems.
• Confers with gaming licensees, internal staff, and IGB enforcement personnel to resolve simple and/or complex questions and/or comments relative to internal control systems and/or the review of proposed changes to systems in virtual or on-site meetings, by telephone, written correspondence, or e-mail. May travel to conduct on site meetings.
• Assists supervisor with proposed changes to the Minimum Internal Control Standards.
• Assists supervisor in the review of initial Internal Control Systems for new gaming licensees.
• Prepares correspondence and checklists relative to the approval, withdrawal, or denial of the proposed changes.
• Records work activity into an automated Illinois Gaming Board System.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned, which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires a bachelor's degree,  with coursework in auditing, business management, public administration, economics, computer science, accounting, or other related subjects.
• Requires completion of an agency’s Internal Auditor Trainee program or requires two years of professional auditing experience.

Conditions of Employment

1. Requires the ability to p ass Illinois Gaming Board’s background investigation (background check).
2. Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate.
3. Requires appropriate, valid driver’s license.
4. Requires proof of current automobile insurance.
5. Overtime is a condition of employment, and you may be requested or required/mandated to work overtime including scheduled, unscheduled, or last-minute overtime. This requires the ability to work evenings and weekends.
6. Must comply with the State Officials and Employees Ethics Act: No State employee who works for the Illinois Gaming Board, or spouse or immediate family member living with such person shall, during State employment, hold an ownership interest, other than a passive interest in a publicly traded company, in any gaming license under the Illinois Gambling Act, the Video Gaming Act, the Illinois Horse Racing Act of 1975, or the Sports Wagering Act.
7. Must comply with the Illinois Gambling Act: No person shall be employed to serve the Board who is, or whose spouse, parent or child is, an official of, or has a financial interest in or financial relation with, any operator engaged in gambling operations within this State, or any organization engaged in conducting horse racing within this State.
8. Must comply with the Illinois Gambling Act: For the one year immediately preceding employment, an employee shall not have been employed or received compensation or fees for services from a person or entity, or its parent or affiliate, that has engaged in business with the Board, a licensee, or a licensee under the Illinois Horse Racing Act of 1975.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers two (2) years of progressively responsible accounting experience in a public or private organization.
• Prefers two (2) or more year’s working knowledge of accounting and audit theory and procedures.
• Prefers basic working knowledge of the Gaming Board’s programs, policies, and regulations.
• Prefers two (2) years of working knowledge of management principles and techniques, including organization, management, program accountability governmental operations and systems analysis.
• Prefers two (2) years of working experience with strong conceptual, communication, comprehension, interpersonal and analytical skills.
• Prefers three (3) years of working knowledge of computer spreadsheets and word processing applications.

Work Hours: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm, Monday - Friday
Work Location: Michael A. Bilandic Bldg, 160 N. LaSalle, 3rd Floor, Chicago, IL 60601
Agency Contact:  

Illinois Gaming Board, Human Resources

801 South 7th Street, Suite 400

Springfield, IL 62703

217-557-2821 Phone

217-524-1932 Fax

 

Posting Group: Legal, Audit & Compliance

 

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Illinois Human Rights Act, State agencies must ensure that the employment process is accessible to persons with disabilities. Specifically, these laws require that the State provide reasonable accommodations upon request by individuals participating in all steps of the employment process. This includes the State of Illinois interview process.

 

The Illinois Gaming Board continually strives for a workforce which reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspective, ideas, and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. The Illinois Gaming Board is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is an equal opportunity employer.

 

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. 

State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the  Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. 

Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the  Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees: Log in to the  career portal for State employees and review the  Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees : on  Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

 

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]

 

Revolving Door: Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (“OEIG”) or may be subject to a fine.

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