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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.

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Administrative Assistant (St. Clair County)

  • Location
    St. Clair County, IL
  • Office
    Office of Statewide Pretrial Services
  • Description
    Under supervision, an Administrative Assistant supports the Agency’s programmatic needs and implements administrative policies and procedures.
  • 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
    $50,616 - $58,608; starting salary commensurate with experience
Learn More about the Administrative Assistant (St. Clair County) position.

Deputy Region Chief ( Region 4 )

  • Location
    Bond, Christian, Clay, Clinton, Effingham, Fayette, Jasper, Madison, Marion, Montgomery, Monroe, Perry, Randolph, Shelby, St. Clair, or Washington
  • Office
    Pretrial Operations
  • Description
    The Deputy Region Chief assists the Region Chief in overseeing the delivery of pretrial services within the Office of Statewide Pretrial Services (OSPS) jurisdictions. The Deputy Region Chief assists the Region Chief by analyzing data, participating the hiring process and completing performance evaluations. The Deputy Region Chief works under the general supervision of a Region Chief within the Division of Pretrial Operations.
  • Posted Date
    May 22, 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
    $92,856 -$98,544; starting salary commensurate with experience
Learn More about the Deputy Region Chief ( Region 4 ) 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.

Data Analyst

  • Location
    Springfield, IL
  • Office
    Office of Statewide Pretrial Services
  • Description
    The Data Analyst works under the direction of the Deputy Chief Information Officer to develop and conduct research projects that evaluate and improve the effectiveness of OSPS and pretrial programs across Illinois.
  • Posted Date
    May 19,2026
  • 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 Data Analyst position.

Data Engineer

  • Location
    Springfield, IL
  • Office
    Office of Statewide Pretrial Services
  • Description
    The Data Engineer position within the Office of Statewide Pretrial Services (OSPS or Office) works under the direction Deputy Chief Information Officer and compiles and analyzes pretrial data to improve the effectiveness of the Office and pretrial services programs throughout Illinois.
  • Posted Date
    May 19,2026
  • 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 – $116,184; starting salary commensurate with experience
Learn More about the Data Engineer 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.

Electronic Monitoring Officer

  • Location
    Springfield, Illinois
  • Office
    Illinois Office of Statewide Pretrial Services
  • Description
    The Electronic Monitoring Officer oversees electronic monitoring of pretrial defendants and conducts criminal history investigations. The Electronic Monitoring Officer works under the general direction of an Electronic Monitoring Supervisor within the Division of Centralized Operations.
  • Posted Date
    December 9, 2025
  • Division
    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
    $62,376.00
Learn More about the Electronic Monitoring Officer position.

Facilities and Logistics Assistant

  • Location
    Illinois
  • Office
    Illinois Office of Statewide Pretrial Services
  • Description
    The Facilities and Logistics Assistant is responsible for performing duties relative to facility and logistical needs of the OSPS. The Facilities and Logistics Assistant works under the general supervision of the Facilities and Logistics Supervisor.
  • Posted Date
    April 7, 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
    $50,616 - $58,608; starting salary commensurate with experience
Learn More about the Facilities and Logistics Assistant 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
    April 24, 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.

Network Security Engineer

  • Location
    Springfield, Illinois
  • Office
    Office of Statewide Pretrial Services
  • Description
    The Network Security Engineer is responsible for implementing, managing, and maintaining the Office of Statewide Pretrial Service’s (OSPS) network security system. This position will safeguard the network against cyber threats, and ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of our data. The Network Security Engineer assists in the administrative, technical and planning direction for OSPS’ technology needs and works with considerable independence, exercising professional judgment under the general supervision of the Chief Information Officer.
  • Posted Date
    April 24, 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 – $116,184; starting salary commensurate with experience
Learn More about the Network Security Engineer 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
    April 21, 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.

Pretrial Field Officer (Adams County)

  • Location
    Adams County, IL
  • Office
    Office of Statewide Pretrial Services
  • Description
    The Pretrial Field Officer is an advanced pretrial position within the Pretrial Field Operations Section. This position provides pretrial services in the field, which could include regional travel and home visits. to interacts with pretrial clients placed on electronic monitoring and other court-ordered methods of pretrial supervision, including the installation and retrieval of electronic monitoring equipment, which could include home visits. This position also provides prepares pretrial reports and provides pretrial supervision and works under the general direction of the Field Supervisor within the Division of Pretrial Operations, Field section. within the Division of Pretrial Operations.
  • Posted Date
    May 13, 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
    $62,364; starting salary commensurate with experience
Learn More about the Pretrial Field Officer (Adams County) position.

Pretrial Field Officer (Johnson County)

  • Location
    Johnson County, IL
  • Office
    Office of Statewide Pretrial Services
  • Description
    The Pretrial Field Officer is an advanced pretrial position within the Pretrial Field Operations Section. This position provides pretrial services in the field, which could include regional travel and home visits. to interacts with pretrial clients placed on electronic monitoring and other court-ordered methods of pretrial supervision, including the installation and retrieval of electronic monitoring equipment, which could include home visits. This position also provides prepares pretrial reports and provides pretrial supervision and works under the general direction of the Field Supervisor within the Division of Field Operations.
  • Posted Date
    May 13, 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
    $62,364; starting salary commensurate with experience
Learn More about the Pretrial Field Officer (Johnson County) position.

Pretrial Program Coordinator

  • Location
    Springfield
  • Office
    Office of Statewide Pretrial Services
  • Description
    Under general supervision, the Pretrial Program Coordinator provides programmatic and administrative support to the Office of Statewide Pretrial Services.
  • Posted Date
    May 26, 2026
  • Division
    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
    $50,616- $58,608;starting salary commensurate with experience
Learn More about the Pretrial Program Coordinator position.

Pretrial Services Officer - (Jackson County)

  • Location
    Jackson 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
    May 18, 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
    $50,616-$58,608; starting salary commensurate with experience
Learn More about the Pretrial Services Officer - (Jackson County) position.

Pretrial Services Officer (Hamilton County)

  • Location
    Hamilton 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
    May 22, 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
    $50,616-$58,608; starting salary commensurate with experience
Learn More about the Pretrial Services Officer (Hamilton County) position.

Pretrial Services Officer (Jo Daviess County, IL)

  • Location
    Jo Daviess 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
    May 13, 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
    $50,608 - $58,586; starting salary commensurate with experience
Learn More about the Pretrial Services Officer (Jo Daviess County, IL) position.

Pretrial Service Officer (St. Clair County)

  • Location
    St.Clair County
  • Office
    Illinois 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.
  • Posted Date
    April 23, 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
    $50,616-$58,608; starting salary commensurate with experience
Learn More about the Pretrial Service Officer (St. Clair County) position.

Pretrial Services Officer (Whiteside County, IL)

  • Location
    Whiteside County, IL
  • 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. (One vacancy available)
  • Posted Date
    May 13, 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
    $50,608 - $58,586; starting salary commensurate with experience
Learn More about the Pretrial Services Officer (Whiteside County, IL) position.

Pretrial Services Administrator (Region 1)

  • Location
    (Please see the following counties within Region 1 below)
  • Office
    Office of Statewide Pretrial Services
  • Description
    The Pretrial Services Administrator provides subject matter expertise on pretrial practices and assists in recruiting, hiring, and onboarding staff. The Pretrial Services Administrator works under the general supervision of a supervisor, with considerable independence, exercising professional judgment.
  • Posted Date
    May 13, 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
    $91,848-$116,340; starting salary commensurate with experience
Learn More about the Pretrial Services Administrator (Region 1) position.

Pretrial Services Administrator (Region 2)

  • Location
    (Please see the counties within Region 2 listed below)
  • Office
    Office of Statewide Pretrial Services
  • Description
    The Pretrial Services Administrator provides subject matter expertise on pretrial practices and assists in recruiting, hiring, and onboarding staff. The Pretrial Services Administrator works under the general supervision of a supervisor, with considerable independence, exercising professional judgment.
  • Posted Date
    May 13, 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
    $91,848 to $111,840; starting salary commensurate with experience
Learn More about the Pretrial Services Administrator (Region 2) position.

Pretrial Services Administrator (Region 3)

  • Location
    ( Please see counties within Region 3 listed below)
  • Office
    Office of Statewide Pretrial Services
  • Description
    The Pretrial Services Administrator provides subject matter expertise on pretrial practices and assists in recruiting, hiring, and onboarding staff. The Pretrial Services Administrator works under the general supervision of a supervisor, with considerable independence, exercising professional judgment.
  • Posted Date
    May 13, 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
    $91,848 to $111,840; starting salary commensurate with experience
Learn More about the Pretrial Services Administrator (Region 3) position.

Pretrial Services Administrator (Region 4)

  • Location
    Please see available locations listed below
  • Office
    Office of Statewide Pretrial Services
  • Description
    The Pretrial Services Administrator provides subject matter expertise on pretrial practices and assists in recruiting, hiring, and onboarding staff. The Pretrial Services Administrator works under the general supervision of a supervisor, with considerable independence, exercising professional judgment. The hours for this position are as follows: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
  • Posted Date
    May 13, 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. Click Here for State Employee General Benefits Click Here for OSPS Summary of Benefits
  • Salary
    $91,848 to $111,840; starting salary commensurate with experience
Learn More about the Pretrial Services Administrator (Region 4) position.

Pretrial Services Administrator (Region 5)

  • Location
    Please see available locations listed below
  • Office
    Office of Statewide Pretrial Services
  • Description
    The Pretrial Services Administrator provides subject matter expertise on pretrial practices and assists in recruiting, hiring, and onboarding staff. The Pretrial Services Administrator works under the general supervision of a supervisor, with considerable independence, exercising professional judgment.
  • Posted Date
    May 13, 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. Click Here for State Employee General Benefits Click Here for OSPS Summary of Benefits
  • Salary
    $91,848 to $111,840; starting salary commensurate with experience
Learn More about the Pretrial Services Administrator (Region 5) position.

Pretrial Services Administrator ( Region 6)

  • Location
    (Please see the counties within Region 6 listed below)
  • Office
    Office of Statewide Pretrial Services
  • Description
    The Pretrial Services Administrator provides subject matter expertise on pretrial practices and assists in recruiting, hiring, and onboarding staff. The Pretrial Services Administrator works under the general supervision of a supervisor, with considerable independence, exercising professional judgment.
  • Posted Date
    May 13, 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
    $91,848 to $111,840; starting salary commensurate with experience
Learn More about the Pretrial Services Administrator ( Region 6) 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.

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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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