Employees handling motor vehicle and driver services in Illinois are part of the Illinois Secretary of State's office, as are members of the Illinois State Police. Civil service employment offers job security and substantial benefits.

Unfortunately, the state does not publish a list of vacancies, so you won't be able to find job openings online. Instead, you can inquire about job opportunities at the following locations:

• Office of the Secretary of State

• Department of Personnel

• 196 Michael J. Howlett Building

• Springfield, IL 62756

• (217) 782-4783

or

• Office of the Secretary of State

• Department of Personnel

• 17 North State St. Suite 1276

• Chicago, IL 60602

• (312) 793-5515

Job counselors at these offices can help you determine which jobs to apply for and supply you with application forms for government jobs. You'll send your application to the address above that is nearest you. Don't send a resume―the application form is designed to tell the personnel department all it needs to know.

The above offices are also the locations for periodic open experience exams (testing). Applicants may be tested on their job skills and experience.

The Secretary of State's office is dedicated to being an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is also compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and offers special considerations for military veterans.

More Resources

A couple of short pamphlets, on becoming a Capitol Police Investigator and becoming a State Police Investigator, describes the opportunities and application processes involved.

Find details about certain aspects of the application process by reading FAQs about jobs with the Secretary of State's office.

The Secretary of State Personnel Office is a good place to start exploring your civil service job options.

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