Job Description

Job Requisition ID: 46638 

Position Title: Apparel/Dry Goods Specialist III, Logistics Bureau,Division of Academy and Training

Working Title:  Apparel/Dry Goods Specialist III-Tailor
Closing Date: 06/05/2025
​Agency:  Illinois State Police
Class Title: APPAREL/DRY GOODS SPECIALIST III - 01233 
Skill Option:  None 
Bilingual Option:  None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary (Effective 7/1/24) $4694 monthly; Full Range $ 4694 - $6386 monthly.
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:  RC028
Merit Comp Code:  

• Please upload a copy of your official/unoffical transcripts for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licenses you possess to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application
• Note: The Illinois State Police must verify and have proof of higher education and coursework (if applicable) for any degree earned before any offer can be extended.
• Answer all questions thoroughly- DO NOT STATE SEE RESUME

• This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
• All applicants who want to be considered for this position  MUST apply electronically through the  illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the  SuccessFactors employee career portal.
• Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

Posting Identification Number 46638  

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Position Overview

As an Apparel/Dry Goods Specialist III for the Logistics Bureau within the Division of Academy and Training, under direction, utilizes professional tailoring principles and techniques to reconstruct clothing items that are found to be in non-serviceable condition but salvageable, consistent with proper Department standards. Ensures the proper storage and maintenance of uniforms and accessories to attain and maintain an accurate inventory count. Provides professional advice and consultation to the Department’s administrators on specifications for and the purchase of new uniforms. Upon receipt of sample items from successful bidders, performs those tests necessary to ensure items meet minimum standards according to those specifications established by the Department. Blow down the boiler daily and add chemicals for proper operation and log such maintenance. Assists with answering incoming calls and directs those calls to the appropriate personnel; takes messages when personnel are unavailable; assists with incoming visitors and directs them to appropriate personnel. Performs other duties as assigned or required as enumerated in the duties above.

About the Agency

The Illinois State Police strives for excellence seeking to be one of the premiere policing agencies in the country. Our core values are Integrity, Service, and Pride. We are seeking individuals with similar values to join us on our mission to promote public safety.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of high school.
• Requires three years of journey level experience in the tailoring trade or requires six years of progressively responsible experience in apparel or dry goods patterning, sewing, altering, or mending of fabrics.
  
   

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers two years of experience of tailoring operations and procedures.
• Prefers one year of experience of fiber composition, wool grade quality, ounces per yard, thread count per inch, warp filling, breaking strength by grab method, double rum abrasion test, random tumbling and piling tests.
• Prefers one year of experience to prepare requisitions and keep records.
  
   

Conditions of Employment

• Ability to pass the Illinois State Police background check, drug test and fingerprinting.
• Ability and skill in the use and operation of the tools and equipment of the trade, including cutting and fitting wearing apparel.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job descriptions.

Benefits Package

The Illinois State Police offers a robust benefit package including:

• Flexible work schedules in many program areas
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance.
• 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave.
• Pension Plan
• Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs.
• Employees earn twelve (12) paid sick days annually.
• Ten to twenty-five (10-25) paid vacation days based on years of service.
• Employees earn three (3) paid personal days pro-rated based on start date.
• Thirteen-Fourteen (13-14) paid state holidays annually.

  Work Hours: Monday - Friday; 8:30a - 5:00p
Work Location: 3740 East Lake Shore Drive, Springfield, IL 62712
Agency Contact: ISP.JobPostings@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Building, Fleet & Institutional Support

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

• Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.
• If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. 
• State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the  Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. 
• Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the  Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.
• If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:
  • State employees: Log in to the  career portal for State employees and review the  Internal Candidate Application Job Aid
  • Non-State employees: on  Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

• The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:
  • donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
  • systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com

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