Internal Auditor Trainee (Upward Mobility)
Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
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Job Summary
Job Requisition ID:58619
Opening Date: 09/21/2026
Closing Date: 10/05/2026
Agency: Illinois Gaming Board
Class Title:INTERNAL AUDITOR TRAINEE - 21726
Skill Option:UMP Credential
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: $4922 - $6762 / Monthly - CBA Language Applies
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:RC062 Technical Employees AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:
Work Hours: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Monday - Friday
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: 2 to 5 Days per week in office depending on operational needs once trained in position.
Headquarter Location: Michael A. Bilandic Building160 N Lasalle St Chicago Illinois 60601
Work County: Cook
Agency Contact:
Illinois Gaming Board
Human Resources
801 South 7th Street
Springfield IL 62703
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Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) is looking for someone to join us who has the ability to work independently and has great attention to detail. This position requires travel to licensed gaming facilities and other locations. If you meet the minimum qualifications please apply!
The Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. The IGB serves as regulatory body for all gambling activities across the state of Illinois. The IGB administers a regulatory and tax collection system for the expanding casinogambling videogaming and sports wagering inIllinois. We are committed to preserving the integrity of the Illinois gaming industry.
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 youre helping to improve schools protect our natural resources or support families in need youre part of something biggersomething that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
No matter what state career youre looking for we offer jobs that fit your life and your scheduleflexible 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.
As a State of Illinois employee you receive a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health life dental and vision plans.
- Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position)
- Paid vacation time annually.
- 12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year.
- 3 paid personal business days per year.
- 13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years.
- 12 weeks of paid maternity/paternity leave.
- Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System.
- Deferred Compensation Program voluntary supplemental retirement plan.
- Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP).
- Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility.
For more information regarding State of Illinois Benefits follow this link:
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 website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top right to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail fax hand delivery) will not be considered.
Posting Identification Number: 58619
INTERNAL AUDITOR TRAINEE
(UPWARD MOBILITY)
- Under direct supervision for a period of up to 12 months receives instruction and on the job training on how to properly review and process requests from all types of gaming licensees.
- Learns techniques to identify internal control weaknesses and corresponding level of problems.
- Participates in discussions with gaming licensees internal staff and Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) enforcement personnel.
- Records work activity into an automated Illinois Gaming Board System.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.
- Requires a bachelors degree with coursework in auditing business management public administration economics computer science accounting or other related subjects.
- This class is included as an Upward Mobility Program credential title.
- Requires the ability to pass Illinois Gaming Boards background investigation (background check).
- Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties with overnight stays as appropriate. Requires appropriate valid drivers license.
- Requires proof of current automobile insurance.
- Overtime is a condition of employment and you may be requested or required/ mandated to work overtime including scheduled unscheduled or last-minute overtime. This requires the ability to work evenings and weekends.
- Must comply with the State Officials and Employees Ethics Act: No State employee who works for the Illinois Gaming Board or spouse or immediate family member living with such person shall during State employment hold an ownership interest in other than a passive interest in a publicly traded company in any gaming license under the Illinois Gambling Act the Video Gaming Act the Illinois Horse Racing Act of 1975 or the Sports Wagering Act.
- Must comply with the Illinois Gambling Act: No person shall be employed to serve the Board who is or whose spouse parent or child is an official of or has a financial interest in or financial relation with any operator engaged in gambling operations within this State or any organization engaged in conducting horse racing within this State.
- Must comply with the Illinois Gambling Act: For the one year immediately preceding employment an employee shall not have been employed or received compensation or fees for services from a person or entity or its parent or affiliate that has engaged in business with the Board a licensee or a licensee under the Illinois Horse Racing Act of 1975.
- 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.
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
- Prefers one (1) year of professional experience utilizing auditing theories and procedures.
- Prefers one (1) year of professional experience working with agencys programs policies and regulations.
- Prefers one (1) year of professional experience working with management principles and techniques including organization management program accountability governmental operations and systems analysis.
- Prefers one (1) year of professional experience working with functions of state government.
- Prefers one (1) year of professional experience working with current technology utilized in the workplace.
- Prefers one (1) year of professional experience applying state laws statutory mandates administrative rules regulations policies and procedures when auditing an agencys functions and programs.
This title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP). General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Titles. To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position employees must apply internally and must upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission. UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation section of the application.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the Illinois Human Rights Act State agencies must ensure that the employment process is accessible to persons with disabilities. Specifically these laws require that the State provide reasonable accommodations upon request by individuals participating in all steps of the employment process. This includes the State of Illinois interview process.
The Illinois Gaming Board continually strives for a workforce which reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds perspective ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the Illinois Gaming Board is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is an equal opportunity employer.
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 right of the in the blue ribbon.
Non-State employees should log in on the using the View Profile link in the top right of 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 thecareer portalfor State employees and review theInternal Candidate Application Job Aid
Non-State employees: 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:
Revolving Door:
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to thisposition. As a result the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment duringState employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment the employee shallprior to accepting any such non-State employment offer notify the Office of the ExecutiveInspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
Required Experience:
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