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Employment Opportunities

Join a team dedicated to making our communities safer and promoting pretrial justice. The Office of Statewide Pretrial Services provides pretrial investigation, supervision, social service support and monitoring in 84 of Illinois’ 102 counties.

Consider expanding or starting your career in the justice system with OSPS and check back frequently for new openings.

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All Positions

Electronic Monitoring Officer

  • Location
    Springfield, IL
  • Office
    Office of Statewide Pretrial Services
  • Description
    The Office of Statewide Pretrial Services’ (OSPS or Office) is a statewide office that provides pretrial services under the Pretrial Services Act, 725 ILCS 185. The Office’s mission is to assist in the administration of justice and promote community safety by ensuring fairness and equality in the pretrial process. OSPS prepares pretrial investigation reports for the courts and supervises individuals released from custody as directed by the court. The Electronic Monitoring Officer is an advanced pretrial position within the Division of Centralized Operations. This position oversees electronic monitoring of pretrial defendants and conducts criminal history investigations. The Electronic Monitoring Officer works under the general direction of a supervisor within the Division of Centralized Operations. The Electronic Monitoring Section is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
  • Posted Date
    July 20, 2026
  • Division
    Division of Centralized Operations
  • Benefits
    An attractive judicial branch benefits package is offered, including pension, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, as well as deferred compensation and generous leave time.
  • Salary
    $64,848.00
Learn More about the Electronic Monitoring Officer position.

Support Services Specialist

  • Location
    Illinois
  • Office
    Office of Statewide Pretrial Services
  • Description
    The Support Services Specialist of the Office of Statewide Pretrial Services (OSPS) assists in the administration of OSPS grant programs and provides support services resources to individuals supervised by OSPS on pretrial release. The Support Services Specialist works under the direction of the Support Services Chief.
  • Posted Date
    July 20, 2026
  • Division
    Division of Centralized Operations
  • Benefits
    An attractive judicial branch benefits package is offered, including pension, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, as well as deferred compensation and generous leave time.
  • Salary
    $62,376
Learn More about the Support Services Specialist position.

Accounting Analyst

  • Location
    Springfield, IL
  • Office
    Office of Statewide Pretrial Services
  • Description
    The Accounting Analyst is responsible for processing vouchers and completing reconciliations for the Office of Statewide Pretrial Services (OSPS). This individual works with a moderate level of independence, cooperates with multiple internal and external stakeholders. This position is part of the Fiscal Division and performs under the general supervision of the Accounting Manager.
  • Posted Date
    July 30 2026
  • Division
    Director's Office
  • Benefits
    An attractive judicial branch benefits package is offered, including pension, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, as well as deferred compensation and generous leave time.
  • Salary
    $64,848– $82,111; starting salary commensurate with experience
Learn More about the Accounting Analyst position.

Pretrial Services Officer - (Will County)

  • Location
    Will County
  • Description
    The Pretrial Services Officer prepares reports and provides pretrial supervision to individuals arrested on criminal charges. The Pretrial Services Officer works under the direction of a Pretrial Supervisor and general supervision of a Region Chief within the Division of Field Operations.
  • Posted Date
    July 31, 2026
  • Division
    Division of Field Operations
  • Benefits
    An attractive judicial branch benefits package is offered, including pension, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, as well as deferred compensation and generous leave time.
  • Salary
    $52,620 - $60,924; starting salary commensurate with experience
Learn More about the Pretrial Services Officer - (Will County) position.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer

  • Location
    Springfield
  • Office
    Office of Statewide Pretrial Services
  • Description
    The Diversity Equity and Inclusion Officer spearheads diversity, equity, inclusion and accessibility (DEIA) strategies across the Office of Statewide Pretrial Operations (OSPS). This position works with considerable independence, exercising professional judgment and has great attention to detail under the general supervision of the Chief of Staff.
  • Posted Date
    July 31, 2026
  • Division
    Director's Office
  • Benefits
    An attractive judicial branch benefits package is offered, including pension, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, as well as deferred compensation and generous leave time.
  • Salary
    $91,848 to $111,840 starting salary commensurate with experience
Learn More about the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer position.

Pretrial Service Officer (Sangamon County)

  • Location
    Sangamon County
  • Office
    Office of Statewide Pretrial Services
  • Description
    The Pretrial Services Officer prepares reports and provides pretrial supervision to individuals arrested on criminal charges. The Pretrial Services Officer works under the direction of a Pretrial Supervisor and general supervision of a Region Chief within the Division of Field Operations. Three positions are open.
  • Posted Date
    July 30, 2026
  • Division
    Field Operations
  • Benefits
    An attractive judicial branch benefits package is offered, including pension, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, as well as deferred compensation and generous leave time.
  • Salary
    $52,620 - $60,924; starting salary commensurate with experience
Learn More about the Pretrial Service Officer (Sangamon County) position.

Deputy Chief of Staff

  • Location
    Springfield, IL
  • Description
    The Deputy Chief of Staff is a senior-level position responsible for ensuring the efficient and effective operations of the Office of Statewide Pretrial Services (OSPS). Reporting to the Chief of Staff, the Deputy Chief of Staff directs the senior management team and works closely with the Deputy Directors to carry out office priorities, manage key projects, and support daily operations. The position operates with considerable independence and exercises sound professional judgment to support the overall mission of OSPS.
  • Posted Date
    May 13, 2026
  • Division
    Directors Office
  • Benefits
    An attractive judicial branch benefits package is offered, including pension, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, as well as deferred compensation and generous leave time.
  • Salary
    $145,000 to $165,000; starting salary commensurate with experience
Learn More about the Deputy Chief of Staff position.

Payroll Manager

  • Location
    Springfield, Illinois
  • Office
    Office of Statewide Pretrial Services
  • Description
    The Payroll Manager is responsible for the management, coordination, and supervision of all payroll functions for the Office of Statewide Pretrial Services (OSPS). This individual works with considerable independence, cooperates with multiple internal and external stakeholders and requires a consistently high level of professionalism. This position is part of the Fiscal Division and performs under the general supervision of the Chief Fiscal Officer.
  • Posted Date
    July 14, 2026
  • Division
    Director's Office
  • Benefits
    An attractive judicial branch benefits package is offered, including pension, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, as well as deferred compensation and generous leave time.
  • Salary
    $91,848 - $116,340; starting salary commensurate with experience
Learn More about the Payroll Manager position.

Chief Internal Auditor

  • Location
    Springfield, IL
  • Office
    Office of Statewide Pretrial Services
  • Description
    The Chief Internal Auditor is responsible for conducting audits of operations to ensure compliance with internal policies, external regulations, and industry standards. This role involves evaluating the effectiveness of internal controls, identifying risks, and providing recommendations to improve efficiency. This position works with considerable independence, exercising professional judgment and has great attention to detail under the general supervision of the Chief of Staff.
  • Posted Date
    June 26,2026
  • Division
    Director's Office
  • Benefits
    An attractive judicial branch benefits package is offered, including pension, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, as well as deferred compensation and generous leave time.
  • Salary
    $134,232 - $169,524; starting salary commensurate with experience
Learn More about the Chief Internal Auditor position.

Deputy General Counsel

  • Location
    Springfield
  • Description
    The Deputy General Counsel assists the General Counsel by conducting legal research, reviewing legislation, interpreting state and federal law, reviewing appellate opinions and performing other legal services. The Deputy General Counsel works under the general supervision of the General Counsel.
  • Posted Date
    May 13, 2026
  • Division
    Director's Office
  • Benefits
    An attractive judicial branch benefits package is offered, including pension, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, as well as deferred compensation and generous leave time.
  • Salary
    $118,000.00 - $130,000.00; starting salary commensurate with experience
Learn More about the Deputy General Counsel position.

An OSPS Employment Application is not required to apply, but it will be required before final hiring decisions are made. The application can be downloaded below and can be submitted with your Resume.

Sponsorship for Employment

The Office of Statewide Pretrial Services (OSPS) does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is OSPS able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with OSPS, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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