CHILD SUPPORT SPECIALIST TRAINEE

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires education and experience equivalent to (4) four years of college with coursework in psychology, sociology, social welfare, business administration, or finance or equivalent educational attainment in a related field; or, education and experience equivalent to (2) two years of college with a minimum of (8) eight semester hours in finance and (4) four years of experience in the Child Support Enforcement program area; or, (8) eight years of experience performing paraprofessional functions in the Child Support Enforcement program area. Conditions of Employment Requires the ability to pass a national background check prior to employment due to accessing confidential federal tax information. Requires the ability to utilize and maintain state issued equipment such as a laptop. Requires the ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate. 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 At the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS), we value staff as our greatest asset. We work in a spirit of teamwork to help millions of Illinoisans access high quality healthcare and fulfill child support obligations to advance their physical, mental, and financial well-being. We provide healthcare coverage for children and adults through Medicaid and other medical programs, and we help ensure that children receive financial resources from both their parents through Child Support Services. The HFS Office of the Inspector General investigates, audits and reviews program activity to ensure the integrity of our programs is maintained. HFS is committed to promoting and preserving a workplace culture that embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome and value employees with different backgrounds, life experiences, and talents. It is the collective sum of our individual differences that provides a broad perspective, leading to greater innovation and achievement. In recruiting for our team, we recognize the unique contributions of each applicant regardless of culture, ethnicity, race, national origin, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, disability, and sexual orientation. HFS is an equal opportunity employer.