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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.

OSPS is an EEO/AA employer.

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All Positions

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.

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.

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.

Facility Services Administrator

  • Location
    Springfield, Illinois
  • Office
    Office of Statewide Pretrial Services
  • Description
    The Facility Services Administrator works closely with the Facilities and Logistics Manager in coordinating and managing facilities and logistical support for the Office of Statewide Pretrial Services (OSPS).
  • Posted Date
    September 1, 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
    $85,740 - $90,972; starting salary commensurate with experience
Learn More about the Facility Services Administrator position.

IT Operations Manager

  • Location
    Springfield, Illinois
  • Office
    Office of Statewide Pretrial Services
  • Description
    The IT Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the day-to-day information technology operations of the Office of Statewide Pretrial Services (OSPS). This position provides administrative, technical, and operational leadership for the IT Division to ensure reliable, secure, and efficient technology services that support agency functions statewide. The IT Operations Manager works under the general supervision of the Chief Information Officer.
  • Posted Date
    September 3, 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
    $110,004.00 - $125,004.00; starting salary commensurate with experience
Learn More about the IT Operations Manager position.

Pretrial Program Specialist

  • Location
    Illinois
  • Office
    Office of Statewide Pretrial Services
  • Description
    The Pretrial Program Specialist of the Office of Statewide Pretrial Services (OSPS) assists in developing pretrial policies and procedures, reviewing internal compliance with policies and procedures.
  • Posted Date
    September 1, 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
    $66,288 - $73,044 starting salary commensurate with experience
Learn More about the Pretrial Program Specialist position.

Pretrial Service Officer (Kankakee County)

  • Location
    Kankakee 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
    September 11, 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 (Kankakee County) position.

Pretrial Services Officer (Sangamon)

  • Location
    Sangamon County
  • Office
    Office of Statewide Pretrial Services
  • Description
    The Pretrial Services Officer has two primary responsibilities which include the interviewing of detained pretrial defendants, accurately scoring pretrial release assessments, and preparation of pretrial release reports for the local court. This position will also be responsible for the community supervision of those defendants released by the local court on pretrial release supervision.
  • Posted Date
    September 11, 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 Services Officer (Sangamon) position.

Assistant Director - Juvenile Probation

  • Location
    Vernon Hills, IL
  • Description
    The general function of this position is to perform highly complex work related to providing direction, assigning work, and managing multiple units within Juvenile Probation. The position is under general direction of the Division Director, Executive Director, and the Courts.
  • Posted Date
    09/18/2026
  • Closing Date
    10/04/2026
  • Salary
    $91,156.81 Annually
Learn More about the Assistant Director - Juvenile Probation position.

Non-OSPS Judicial Branch Opportunities

Assistant Director - Juvenile Probation

  • Location
    Vernon Hills, IL
  • Description
    The general function of this position is to perform highly complex work related to providing direction, assigning work, and managing multiple units within Juvenile Probation. The position is under general direction of the Division Director, Executive Director, and the Courts.
  • Posted Date
    09/18/2026
  • Closing Date
    10/04/2026
  • Salary
    $91,156.81 Annually
Learn More about Assistant Director - Juvenile Probation

OSPS Opportunities

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 Deputy General Counsel

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 Deputy Chief of Staff

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 Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Officer

Facility Services Administrator

  • Location
    Springfield, Illinois
  • Office
    Office of Statewide Pretrial Services
  • Description
    The Facility Services Administrator works closely with the Facilities and Logistics Manager in coordinating and managing facilities and logistical support for the Office of Statewide Pretrial Services (OSPS).
  • Posted Date
    September 1, 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
    $85,740 - $90,972; starting salary commensurate with experience
Learn More about Facility Services Administrator

IT Operations Manager

  • Location
    Springfield, Illinois
  • Office
    Office of Statewide Pretrial Services
  • Description
    The IT Operations Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing the day-to-day information technology operations of the Office of Statewide Pretrial Services (OSPS). This position provides administrative, technical, and operational leadership for the IT Division to ensure reliable, secure, and efficient technology services that support agency functions statewide. The IT Operations Manager works under the general supervision of the Chief Information Officer.
  • Posted Date
    September 3, 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
    $110,004.00 - $125,004.00; starting salary commensurate with experience
Learn More about IT Operations Manager

Pretrial Program Specialist

  • Location
    Illinois
  • Office
    Office of Statewide Pretrial Services
  • Description
    The Pretrial Program Specialist of the Office of Statewide Pretrial Services (OSPS) assists in developing pretrial policies and procedures, reviewing internal compliance with policies and procedures.
  • Posted Date
    September 1, 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
    $66,288 - $73,044 starting salary commensurate with experience
Learn More about Pretrial Program Specialist

Pretrial Service Officer (Kankakee County)

  • Location
    Kankakee 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
    September 11, 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 Pretrial Service Officer (Kankakee County)

Pretrial Services Officer (Sangamon)

  • Location
    Sangamon County
  • Office
    Office of Statewide Pretrial Services
  • Description
    The Pretrial Services Officer has two primary responsibilities which include the interviewing of detained pretrial defendants, accurately scoring pretrial release assessments, and preparation of pretrial release reports for the local court. This position will also be responsible for the community supervision of those defendants released by the local court on pretrial release supervision.
  • Posted Date
    September 11, 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 Pretrial Services Officer (Sangamon)

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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