STATE POLICE FIELD SPECIALIST II

Job Requisition ID: 58487 Opening Date: 09/10/2026 Closing Date: 09/25/2026 Agency: Illinois State Police Class Title: STATE POLICE FIELD SPECIALIST II - 42002 Skill Option: None Bilingual Option: None Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $6,820 monthly; Full Range $6,820 - $9,875 monthly Job Type: Salaried Category: Full Time Number of Vacancies: 1 Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME Merit Comp Code: Work Hours : Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability :Not available, fully in office Headquarter Location :Joliet - 260 N Chicago St Work County :Will Agency Contact <:ISP.JobPostings@illinois.gov> 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 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. Position Overview: The Illinois State Police (ISP) Division of Justice Services is seeking a detail‑oriented and service‑focused State Police Field Specialist II to join our team. This role provides specialized training, guidance, and technical support to federal, state, and local agencies utilizing ISP ‑ supported criminal justice information systems, including LEADS, NCIC, NLETS, CHF, CHRI, IUCR, and related programs. The position is responsible for scheduling and conducting LEADS audits to ensure full compliance with state and federal regulations, as well as maintaining accurate documentation and follow ‑ up reporting. ISP encourages all those who qualify to apply! The Illinois State Police offers a robust benefit package including: Health, life, vision, and dental insurance. 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave. Pension Plan Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs. Employees earn twelve (12) paid sick days annually. Ten to twenty-five (10-25) paid vacation days based on years of service. Employees earn three (3) paid personal days pro-rated based on start date. Thirteen-Fourteen (13-14) paid state holidays annually. 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. Essential Functions Provides training and user support to federal, state, and local agencies relating to LEADS,NCIC, NLETS, CHF, CHRI, IUCR, and other ISP supported systems and programs. Schedules and conducts LEADS audits to ensure compliance with state and federal rules and regulations. Develops and maintains liaison with user agencies. Facilitates and attends training sessions to ensure continued education on ISP and FBI CHIS supported systems and programs. Gives guidance and recommendations to management in the development and modification of Bureau strategic and tactical plans and operating policies and procedures. Perform other duties as required or assigned which are reasonable within the scope of the duties enumerated above . Minimum Qualifications Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to the completion of four (4) years college with major coursework in communications, computer science, criminal justice, criminology, law enforcement administration, psychology, public administration, sociology, speech, statistics or related coursework. Telecommunicator Call Taker experience accepted year for year for required college. Requires three years of professional experience in the criminal justice field, such as a law enforcement officer, parole and probation officer, crime statistician. (preferably including one year of professional experiance such as could be gained at the State Police Field specialist I); Telecommunicator Call Taker experience accepted on a two-year-for-one-year basis, to a maximum of a total of two years, for required professional experience. Preferred Qualifications Two (2) years experience using knowledge of law enforcement communications procedures, FCC rules and regulations, law enforcement computer systems (LEADS, TIPS, NLETS, NCIC, CHF, CCH), law enforcement filing and records systems, law enforcement terminology and concepts, security and privacy regulations and "911" law. Two (2) years experience using extensive operational knowledge of the LEADS Program/Computer System. Requires the ability to obtain and maintain LEADS Full Access Operator Certification. Two (2) years experience providing expert testimony in court proceedings, before police and fire commissions and at, local government meetings. Two (2) years experience to identifying operational problems based on verbal descriptions and/or LEADS administrative messages. Two (2) years experience developing, installing and evaluating new and revised LEADS, TIPS, NLETS, NCIC, CHF and CCH training methods, procedures and techniques. Two (2) years experience presenting ideas effectively, both orally and in writing. Two (2) years experience constructing training demonstration charts and visual aids Two (2) years experience maintaining satisfactory working relationships with other employees and with officials and employees of federal, state and local law enforcement/criminal justice agencies. Conditions of Employment Requires ability to pass a background and fingerprint check. Requires ability to pass a drug screening. Requires valid Driver's License and the ability to travel, free from incidents which could result in license suspension or revocation. 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 State Police strives for excellence seeking to be one of the premiere policing agencies in the country. Our core values are Integrity, Service, and Pride. We are seeking individuals with similar values to join us on our mission to promote public safety. 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 homepage in the blue ribbon. Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the 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 – 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: