Employment Application

Applicant Contact Information

If your answer to any of the following questions is "Yes" please provide a detailed explanation in the corresponding box.

*State law provides that any employee who is in default on the repayment of certain publicly financed education loans for a period of six months or more and in the amount of $600 or more shall, as a condition of employment, make a satisfactory loan repayment arrangement with the maker or guarantor of the loan.

SECTION 2: EDUCATION REPORT

School History

List your education accurately and completely. Proof of education/training will be required during the hiring process.

Click the Add School link at the bottom of the school section to add up to three additional schools.

Technical or Professional License

SECTION 3: EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Complete this section in detail by providing employment history (since high school or college). Resumes may not be substituted for completing this section. Begin with your current or last position and work backward. An unsigned or incomplete application may result in the application not being considered. If you have an extensive employment history with one employer, list each change in payroll title separately, including duties associated with each. If additional space is needed, submit the information following the same format, as part of the required documents (i.e., cover letter, resume, personal statement) that need to be submitted in Section 9.

Click the Add Employer link at the bottom of the employment history section to add up to three additional employers.

SECTION 4: PERSONAL STATEMENT

The position for which you have applied requires submission of a written personal statement of no more than one page on the following topic:

The OEIG is responsible for ensuring and maintaining integrity in state government. Please explain what integrity means to you and how your skills and/or experiences will help this office achieve its mission.

Please submit the statement with your application as part of the required documents that need to be submitted in Section 9.

Failure to submit a personal statement may result in the application not being considered.

SECTION 5: ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

I understand and acknowledge that I may be required to submit proof of previous employment, military service, or other statements in this application. I authorize release of this and other information covering job-related factors for the purpose of verification and determination of suitability for state employment. I certify that the information on this application is true and accurate. I understand that any misrepresentation may be grounds for ineligibility or termination of employment.

I understand and acknowledge that, unless otherwise defined by applicable law, any employment relationship with this organization is of an "at-will" nature, which means that the employee may resign at any time and the employer may discharge employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this "at-will" employment relationship may not be changed by any written documentation or by conduct unless such change is specifically acknowledged in writing by an authorized executive of this organization. In the event of employment, I understand and acknowledge that false or misleading information given in my application, interview(s), or background check may result in immediate discharge.

I understand and acknowledge that I am required to abide by all rules and regulations of the employer.

SECTION 6: EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Office of Executive Inspector General is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. We invite you to voluntarily answer the questions below. Completion of this information is not required. This information is being requested solely for purposes of complying with state, federal, and equal employment opportunity laws.

SECTION 7: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

State law requires that you furnish certain information about your child support obligations at the time you are hired. The possibility of employment is not affected by a child support obligation.

State law requires that "every male born on or after January 1, 1960, and less than 27 years old, shall submit documentation at time of appointment, evidencing his registration with the Federal Selective Service System."

In compliance with the state and federal constitutions, the Illinois Human Rights Act, the U.S. Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and Section 504 of the Federal Rehabilitation Act, the Office of Executive Inspector General does not discriminate in employment, contracts, or any other activity. If you have a discrimination complaint, please contact the Office of Executive Inspector General at 312-814-5600 (voice) or 888-261-2734 (TTY).

SECTION 8: ELECTRONIC SIGNATURE

I am verifying the completeness and accuracy of the information. The submission of this application constitutes a secure electronic signature, pursuant to 5 ILCS 175, Article 10-110.

SECTION 9: ATTACHMENTS

Please submit all required documents (i.e. Cover Letter, Resume, Personal Statement, and if applicable, the additional employment information from Section 4).

NOTE: Failure to submit the required documents may result in the application not being considered.