TECHNICAL ADVISOR III - LEGAL ADVISOR - TRAINING, PATROL, AND STATEWIDE 911 EXPERT

Job Requisition ID: 54142

Position Title: Technical Advisor III

Working Title: Technical Advisor III-Legal Advisor-Training, Patrol, and 911 Expert

Opening Date: 03/31/2026

Closing Date: 04/30/2026

Agency: Illinois State Police

Class Title: TECHNICAL ADVISOR III - 45253

Skill Option: None

Bilingual Option: None

Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $7,787 Monthly: Full Range $7,787-$11,450 Monthly

Job Type: Salaried

Category: Full Time

County: Cook; Sangamon; St. Clair

Number of Vacancies: 2

Bargaining Unit Code: RC010 Professional Legal Unit, AFSCME

Merit Comp Code:

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.

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.

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

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 the Director’s Office - Legal Bureau, the Technical Advisor completes special projects related to training, patrol, and Statewide 911 as delegated by the Deputy Chief Legal Counsel or other Senior Command. They review the legal sufficiency of forms, documentation, and electronic information on the Department’s website or otherwise made available to the public. Technical Advisors make recommendations to the Deputy Chief Legal Counsel and Senior Command regarding changes to relevant work unit operations and workflow processes. As assigned by the Deputy Chief Legal Counsel, they prepare suggested amendments to statutes and administrative rules, coordinating with the Illinois State Police Office of Governmental Affairs or the Joint Committee on Administrative Rules to recommend and review proposed language. They also serve as liaisons with the Attorney General’s Office on civil cases, including but not limited to those involving training; proactive enforcement of criminal and traffic laws; and Statewide 911, telecommunications, emergency radio equipment and communications systems, and emergency vehicles and safety equipment.

About the Agency

The Illinois State Police strives for excellence seeking to be one of the premiere policing agencies in the country. Our core values are Integrity, Service, and Pride. We are seeking individuals with similar values to join us on our mission to promote public safety.

Essential Functions

• Serves as a Technical Advisor in the Illinois State Police Legal Office; serving as a subject matter expert on legal issues impacting the operations of the Department, which includes but is not limited to training; proactive
  enforcement of criminal and traffic laws; and Statewide 911, telecommunications, emergency radio equipment and communications systems, and emergency vehicles and safety equipment.
• Performs legal research and provides legal interpretation on an assigned area of legal expertise, which includes but is not limited to training; proactive enforcement of criminal and traffic laws; and Statewide 911, telecommunications, emergency radio equipment and communications systems, and emergency vehicles and safety equipment to ensure operational compliance with existing law.
• Advises and meets with the Chief Legal Counsel and Senior Command to provide for the evaluation of proposed operational or workflow process changes.
• Participates in meetings with the Chief Legal Counsel and Senior Command to provide legal analysis on proposed rules and legislation.
• Manages a litigation portfolio on behalf of the Department as assigned by the Deputy Chief Legal Officer.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required as enumerated in the duties above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires graduation from a recognized law school.
• Requires possession of a valid license to practice law in Illinois.
• Requires two years’ professional experience in the practice of law.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers two (2) years of experience with legal research and writing.
• Prefers one (1) year of experience drafting, researching, or analyzing legislation.
• Prefers one (1) year of experience with the administrative rulemaking process in Illinois.
• Prefers one (1) year of experience assisting with civil rights litigation as a licensed attorney especially as it relates to use of force, false arrest, or other law enforcement related issues.
• Prefers one (1) year of experience with preparing and/or delivering training on statutory or regulatory provisions as they pertain to the operations of a work unit.
• Prefers one (1) year of experience with analyzing operational efficiencies to include workflow analysis.
• Prefers one (1) year of experience with the Emergency Telephone Systems Act.

Conditions of Employment

• Successfully pass Illinois State Police background investigation.
• Successfully pass Illinois State Police drug screen.
• Requires a valid Driver’s License and the ability to travel.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job descriptions.

Benefits Package

The Illinois State Police offers a robust benefit package including:

• • Health, life, vision, and dental insurance.
  • 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave.
  • Pension Plan
  • Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs.
  • Employees earn twelve (12) paid sick days annually.
  • Ten to twenty-five (10-25) paid vacation days based on years of service.
  • Employees earn three (3) paid personal days pro-rated based on start date.
  • Thirteen-Fourteen (13-14) paid state holidays annually.

Work Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm

Headquarter Location: 160 N LaSalle St., Chicago IL 60601

Work County: Cook

Agency Contact: [email protected]

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]
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