Illinois Board of Higher Education
FRAUD SPECIAL INVESTIGATIONS MANAGER - SPANISH SPEAKING
Illinois Board of Higher Education, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
FRAUD SPECIAL INVESTIGATIONS MANAGER - SPANISH SPEAKING
We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under
My Documents → Additional Documents
section for each application.
Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at CMS.DisabilityResCen@illinois.gov or call (217) 524-7514 for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.
Sponsorship for Employment The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Disclosure of Salary Information In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history. To that end, please
do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials .
Job Requisition ID:
52144
Closing Date:
12/29/2025
Agency:
Department of Employment Security
Class Title:
PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015
Skill Option:
General Administration/Business Marketing/Labor/Personnel
Bilingual Option:
Spanish
Salary:
Anticipated starting salary - $8,281 - $9,334 monthly plus 5% bilingual pay
Job Type:
Salaried
Category:
Full Time
County:
Cook
Number of Vacancies:
1
Bargaining Unit Code:
None
Merit Comp Code:
Gubernatorial (Management Bill) Exclusion from RC063 Collective Bargaining Coverage
Work Location:
115 S. LaSalle, Chicago, IL. 60603 (effective February 1, 2025)
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.
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 andlasting future with the State of Illinois.
Position Overview The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as Fraud Special Investigations Manager. This position will serve as a subject matter expert regarding the Illinois Unemployment Insurance (UI) Act and the UI benefit claims taking and adjudication process and direct a team of subordinate investigators for cases that involve complex benefit fraud schemes, including but not limited to multiple claims, third party participation, misuse of Social Security Numbers, fictitious employer schemes and stealing benefits through identity theft. Responsibilities include evaluating cases and current fraud detection methods, making recommendations for improvement, conducting staff training, and making decisions regarding prosecution of alleged improper benefit payments. The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational skills, strong leadership skills, extensive experience performing financial fraud investigations, and experience supervising a team.
Essential Functions
Under general direction, serves as the Fraud Special Investigations Manager for the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES)
Serves as full line supervisor
Assigns, reviews and evaluates cases completed by investigative staff
Confers with the Manager on establishment of annual program goals and objectives
Confers with staff from the Office of Attorney General, State’s Attorney and District Attorney, US Postal Inspector and the US Department of Labor, Inspector General offices to coordinate and implement the exchange of information regarding the quality and completeness of evidence and the preparation and referral of fraud violations for civil or criminal prosecution in accordance with the IL UI Act and state and federal legislation
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college, preferably with courses in business or public administration
Prior experience equivalent to three (3) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization
Ability to speak and write the Spanish language at a colloquial skill level in carrying out position duties in conjunction with Spanish speaking clients
Preferred Qualifications
Four (4) years of professional experience applying knowledge of unemployment insurance laws, regulations and legislation- or similar public benefit program policies- to specific issues regarding benefit eligibility
Two (2) years of managerial experience in an unemployment insurance, employment services, workforce development or social services program, with responsibilities that included areas such as developing long-term goals, implementing strategic objectives and directing operations
Two (2) years of professional experience conducting fraud investigations related to unemployment insurance, tax compliance or public benefits programs
One (1) year of experience monitoring output levels for delivery of services in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and guidelines, including but not limited to those issued by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) or other relevant governmental regulatory agencies
One (1) year of professional experience supervising staff, including providing training and evaluating staff performance
One (1) year of professional experience utilizing tax and/or fraud detection software to examine financial records; examples of applicable tax and fraud detection software systems include but are not limited to: GenTax, MyTax Illinois, the National Association of State Workforce Agencies (NASWA) Integrity Data Hub, Thomson Reuters Fraud Detect and CLEAR
One (1) year of experience communicating policy and procedures to diverse audiences, such as employees, stakeholders or the public, through presentations, written materials or training sessions
Conditions of Employment
Requires an Illinois State Police background check and self-disclosure of any criminal history
Requires ability to successfully complete a fingerprint-based background check
Requires ability to utilize the Spanish language in the performance of all duties
Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate
This position is considered sedentary work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(a)). Sedentary work involves lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time and requires occasional lifting, carrying, walking, and standing
Requires ability to attend seminars, conferences, and trainings to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to the job duties
This position has met the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. ...
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description
About the Agency The Illinois Department of Employment Security’s (IDES) mission is to serve Illinois workers and employers to the best of our ability and to use our knowledge of the Illinois workforce to inform sound policy decision making. IDES encourages economic growth and stability in Illinois by providing vital Employment Services to Illinois residents and employers, analyzing and disseminating actionable Labor Market Information, and administering Unemployment Insurance programs.
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:
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Reasonable Accommodation Statement The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under
My Documents → Additional Documents
section for each application.
Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at CMS.DisabilityResCen@illinois.gov or call (217) 524-7514 for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.
Sponsorship for Employment The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Disclosure of Salary Information In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history. To that end, please
do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials .
Job Requisition ID:
52144
Closing Date:
12/29/2025
Agency:
Department of Employment Security
Class Title:
PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015
Skill Option:
General Administration/Business Marketing/Labor/Personnel
Bilingual Option:
Spanish
Salary:
Anticipated starting salary - $8,281 - $9,334 monthly plus 5% bilingual pay
Job Type:
Salaried
Category:
Full Time
County:
Cook
Number of Vacancies:
1
Bargaining Unit Code:
None
Merit Comp Code:
Gubernatorial (Management Bill) Exclusion from RC063 Collective Bargaining Coverage
Work Location:
115 S. LaSalle, Chicago, IL. 60603 (effective February 1, 2025)
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.
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 andlasting future with the State of Illinois.
Position Overview The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as Fraud Special Investigations Manager. This position will serve as a subject matter expert regarding the Illinois Unemployment Insurance (UI) Act and the UI benefit claims taking and adjudication process and direct a team of subordinate investigators for cases that involve complex benefit fraud schemes, including but not limited to multiple claims, third party participation, misuse of Social Security Numbers, fictitious employer schemes and stealing benefits through identity theft. Responsibilities include evaluating cases and current fraud detection methods, making recommendations for improvement, conducting staff training, and making decisions regarding prosecution of alleged improper benefit payments. The ideal candidate will have excellent organizational skills, strong leadership skills, extensive experience performing financial fraud investigations, and experience supervising a team.
Essential Functions
Under general direction, serves as the Fraud Special Investigations Manager for the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES)
Serves as full line supervisor
Assigns, reviews and evaluates cases completed by investigative staff
Confers with the Manager on establishment of annual program goals and objectives
Confers with staff from the Office of Attorney General, State’s Attorney and District Attorney, US Postal Inspector and the US Department of Labor, Inspector General offices to coordinate and implement the exchange of information regarding the quality and completeness of evidence and the preparation and referral of fraud violations for civil or criminal prosecution in accordance with the IL UI Act and state and federal legislation
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college, preferably with courses in business or public administration
Prior experience equivalent to three (3) years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization
Ability to speak and write the Spanish language at a colloquial skill level in carrying out position duties in conjunction with Spanish speaking clients
Preferred Qualifications
Four (4) years of professional experience applying knowledge of unemployment insurance laws, regulations and legislation- or similar public benefit program policies- to specific issues regarding benefit eligibility
Two (2) years of managerial experience in an unemployment insurance, employment services, workforce development or social services program, with responsibilities that included areas such as developing long-term goals, implementing strategic objectives and directing operations
Two (2) years of professional experience conducting fraud investigations related to unemployment insurance, tax compliance or public benefits programs
One (1) year of experience monitoring output levels for delivery of services in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, policies and guidelines, including but not limited to those issued by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) or other relevant governmental regulatory agencies
One (1) year of professional experience supervising staff, including providing training and evaluating staff performance
One (1) year of professional experience utilizing tax and/or fraud detection software to examine financial records; examples of applicable tax and fraud detection software systems include but are not limited to: GenTax, MyTax Illinois, the National Association of State Workforce Agencies (NASWA) Integrity Data Hub, Thomson Reuters Fraud Detect and CLEAR
One (1) year of experience communicating policy and procedures to diverse audiences, such as employees, stakeholders or the public, through presentations, written materials or training sessions
Conditions of Employment
Requires an Illinois State Police background check and self-disclosure of any criminal history
Requires ability to successfully complete a fingerprint-based background check
Requires ability to utilize the Spanish language in the performance of all duties
Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate
This position is considered sedentary work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(a)). Sedentary work involves lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time and requires occasional lifting, carrying, walking, and standing
Requires ability to attend seminars, conferences, and trainings to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to the job duties
This position has met the requirements in section 4A-101 of the Illinois Governmental Ethics Act requiring the occupant/employee to file a Statement of Economic Interest. ...
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description
About the Agency The Illinois Department of Employment Security’s (IDES) mission is to serve Illinois workers and employers to the best of our ability and to use our knowledge of the Illinois workforce to inform sound policy decision making. IDES encourages economic growth and stability in Illinois by providing vital Employment Services to Illinois residents and employers, analyzing and disseminating actionable Labor Market Information, and administering Unemployment Insurance programs.
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:
#J-18808-Ljbffr