PSA - REAL ESTATE EXAMINATIONS SUPERVISOR UPSTATE

State of Illinois; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

State of Illinois is seeking a PSA - Real Estate Examinations Supervisor Upstate in Chicago. The role oversees upstate exam programs, serves as a working supervisor, and represents the department in prosecutions related to real estate examinations.

The position requires a four-year college degree and administrative experience, with preferred real estate licensing and supervisory background. Hybrid in-office schedule and competitive state benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Requires four-year college degree, preferably with courses in business or public administration.
• Requires three years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public or business organization.
• Prefers three years of experience conducting Real Estate examinations.
• Prefers four years of experience as a real estate licensee.
• Prefers three years of experience as a supervisor of a staff of three or more.

Responsibilities

• Under general direction, manages the upstate program of examinations for the Division of Real Estate licensees.
• Serves as working supervisor.
• Represents the Department in prosecutions of real estate profession cases by offering testimony on the examination process, and on the results of specific examinations conducted on the applicable case.
• Prepares budgetary input for area of responsibility.
• Attends training sessions and meetings to keep abreast of current laws, rules and regulations, Department policies, and current issues affecting the real estate professions.
• Provides backup, including supervisory duties, to the unit’s Downstate Real Estate Examinations Supervisor.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned, which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Skills

Administrative experience

Public administration

Education

Four-year college degree

Job description

PSA - REAL ESTATE EXAMINATIONS SUPERVISOR UPSTATE

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents → Additional Documents section for each application.

Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at [e-mail] or call [phone] for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.

Sponsorship for Employment

The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State 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 the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Disclosure of Salary Information

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Job Requisition ID:58171
Opening Date: 10/15/2026
Closing Date: 10/29/2026

HR Tracking #:38167

Agency:Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
Class Title:PUBLIC SERVICE ADMINISTRATOR - 37015
Skill Option:General Administration/Business Marketing/Labor/Personnel
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $7,195 monthly; Full Range $7,195-$10,485 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:RC063 Professional Employees, Educators,Juvenile Justice School Counselors and Special Education Resources Coordinators,and Physicians AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:
Work Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability:4 to 5 Days per week in office, depending on operational needs
Headquarter Location:Chicago - 555 W Monroe St
Work County:Cook
Agency Contact: F [e-mail]

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.

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

Under general direction, manages the upstate program of examinations for the Division of Real Estate licensees.Serves as working supervisor.Represents the Department in prosecutions of real estate profession cases by offering testimony on the examination process, and on the results of specific examinations conducted on the applicable case.Prepares budgetary input for area of responsibility.Attends training sessions and meetings to keep abreast of current laws, rules and regulations, Department policies, and current issues affecting the real estate professions.Provides backup, including supervisory duties, to the unit’s Downstate Real Estate Examinations Supervisor.Performs other duties as required or assigned, which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumeratedabove.

State of Illinois Benefits

• Health, Life, vision, and dental insurance
• 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave
• Pension Plan – Vesting at 10 years for Tier II
• Deferred compensation and other pre-tax benefits programs
• Paid state holidays, 12-14 days annually
• 3 paid Personal Business Days annually
• 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over year to year)
• 10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually (10 days in year one of employment)
• Personal, sick, and vacation rates modified for 12 hour work schedules (as applicable)
• Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources
• For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

Essential Functions

• Under general direction, manages the upstate program of examinations for the Division of Real Estate licensees.
• Serves as working supervisor.
• Represents the Department in prosecutions of real estate profession cases by offering testimony on theexamination process, and on the results of specific examinations conducted on the applicable case.
• Prepares budgetary input for area of responsibility.
• Attends training sessions and meetings to keep abreast of current laws, rules and regulations, Departmentpolicies, and current issues affecting the real estate professions.
• Provides backup, including supervisory duties, to the unit’s Downstate Real Estate Examinations Supervisor.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned, which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumeratedabove.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college, preferably withcourses in business or public administration.
• Requires prior experience equivalent to three years of progressively responsible administrative experience in a public orbusiness organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers three years of experience conducting Real Estate examinations.
• Prefers four years of experience as a real estate licensee.
• Prefers three years of experience as a supervisor of a staff of three or more.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires an active license in good standing as a Real Estate Managing Broker including an applicant, who is currently employed by the State of Illinois and who has surrendered the Real Estate Managing Broker license to the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation as a condition of employment. Applicants without a Managing Broker license may qualify if they have at least five years of experience as a Real Estate Examiner.
• Requires the ability to travel in the performance of duties.
• Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
• Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, theemployee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediatelyafter ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Officeof the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

Agency Statement

IDFPR is a regulatory licensing and enforcement agency that protects the residents of Illinois, ensures the safety and soundness of financial institutions, ensures that competent professionals are licensed to provide services to the public, and enhances commerce in the state for the benefit of all its residents.

THIS POSITION DOES NOT CONTAIN “SPECIALIZED SKILLS” (as that term is used in CBAs).

Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during state employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (OEIG) or may be subject to a fine.