TECHNICAL ADVISOR II

Job Requisition ID: 54707

Division/Section/Unit: Real Estate / Real Estate Prosecutions / Real Estate Prosecutions

HR Tracking #: 37906

Position Title: Technical Advisor II

Opening Date: 04/21/2026

Closing Date: 05/05/2026

Agency: Department of Financial and Professional Regulation

Class Title: TECHNICAL ADVISOR II - 45252

Skill Option: None

Bilingual Option: None

Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary (effective 07/01/26) $6,820 a month; Full Range $6,820-$9,875 a month

Job Type: Salaried

Category: Full Time

County: Cook

Number of Vacancies: 1

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.

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

Attorney Needed! Under general direction, this position performs a variety of technical and legal duties; receives complaints concerning the regulations of a variety of processions under the jurisdiction of the Division of Real Estate relating to both cases of alleged irregular practice by a licensee and cases of illegal practice by an unlicensed person. Conducts hearings and participates in informal conferences. Assembles the evidence, prepares and presents the written complaint and all pleadings; prosecutes the accused in hearings before an Administrative Law Judge, and, if applicable, the respective Board member. Presents the Board's written report of Findings and Recommendations to the Director. Presents the case to the State's Attorney or Attorney General's Office or other enforcement authority to institute criminal proceedings. Travels to various sites for conferences and meetings.

State of Illinois Benefits

• Health, Life, vision, and dental insurance
• 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave
• Pension Plan – Vesting at 10 years for Tier II
• Full 20-year retirement awards free health insurance during retirement
• Deferred compensation and other pre-tax benefits programs
• Paid state holidays, 12-14 days annually
• 3 paid Personal Business Days annually
• 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over year to year)
• 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually (10 days in year one of employment)
• Personal, sick, and vacation rates modified for 12 hour work schedules (as applicable)
• Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources
• For more information about our benefits please follow this link:

Essential Functions

• Conducts hearings and participates in informal conferences on complaints arising under the law within area of responsibility.
• Assembles the evidence, prepares and presents the written complaint and all pleadings.
• After decision by the Boards, presents the Board's written report of Findings and Recommendations to the Director.
• Recommends referral of unlicensed practice cases to be prosecuted by sister enforcement agencies to the appropriate county, and presents the case to the State's Attorney or Attorney General's Office or other enforcement authority to institute criminal proceedings.
• Prepares the Department Record and Answer in mandamus actions brought against the Department under the acts within area of responsibility.
• Consults with attorneys, members of the public, law enforcement officials, and other interested parties regarding the application of the licensing laws within area of responsibility and the Rules and Regulations promulgated thereunder.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires graduation from a recognized law school.
• Requires possession of a valid license to practice law in Illinois.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers at least two years of trial or equivalent experience or training in judicial and quasi-judicial procedure and of the rules of evidence, hearings, and trial procedure.
• Prefers at least two years of experience analyzing complex legal issues and writing complex legal memorandums.
• Prefers at least two years of experience providing legal counsel substantially related to real estate matters.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires the ability to travel.
• Revolving Door Statement: 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 Govenor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.

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

Agency Statement

IDFPR is a regulatory licensing and enforcement agency that protects the residents of Illinois, ensures the safety and soundness of financial institutions, ensures that competent professionals are licensed to provide services to the public, and enhances commerce in the state for the benefit of all its residents.

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

Headquarter Location: 555 W Monroe St, Chicago, Illinois, 60661

Work County: Cook

Agency Contact: [email protected]

Posting Group: Legal, Audit & Compliance

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.

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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