As an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce, IDPH welcomes and encourages applications from all persons regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliations, marital status, physical or mental disability, age, sexual orientation, or membership or non-membership in an employee organization.
The Illinois Department of Public Health and Central Management Services (CMS) recognize absolute veterans' preference for individuals seeking employment in positions under the Personnel Code.
Now there are many different job classifications defined by CMS. Recruitment counselors are available at CMS to assist in determining positions with the state for which a person may be qualified. Before applying for a position, unless otherwise noted in the posting, individuals interested in employment with IDPH must first pre-qualify for the specific titles in which they are interested. You must complete an employment application (CMS-100) for each title in which you are interested. Please visit the CMS website and follow the steps to become qualified for state employment.
Most Common Job Titles at IDPH:
Chemist I-III
Clinical Laboratory Associate
Clinical Laboratory Technician I and II
Clinical Laboratory Technologist I and II
Environmental Health Specialist I-III
Health Facilities Surveillance Nurse
Health Facilities Surveyor I-III
Public Health Educator Associate
Public Health Educator
Public Health Program Specialist I and II
For additional information regarding the titles utilized by IDPH and/or the application process, please feel free to contact the IDPH Office of Human Resources at 217-785-2031 or DPH.HRRecruiter@illinois.gov. You may contact the CMS Bureau of Personnel/Examining at 217-785-1985 or (312) 793-3565 to arrange a meeting with a counselor in order to discuss titles that may be commensurate with your education and experience.
Illinois Department of Public Health
69 W. Washington Street, Suite 3500
Chicago, IL 60602
Robin.Tucker@illinois.gov