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CHEMIST I

Job Requisition ID: 52117
Closing Date: 12/26/2025
​Agency: Department of Public Health
Class Title: CHEMIST I - 06941 

Office: Disease Control

Division: Laboratories

Posting ID: 85-26-0068 / 52117

Posted: 12/10/2025 - 12/26/2025

Skill Option: None

Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $5,384 /month; Full Range $5,384-$7,631/month
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code: 

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

The Illinois Department of Public Health is seeking a highly motivated individual to perform the duties of Chemist 1. Under direct supervision, performs professional chemical, biological or toxicological analysis on a variety of samples. Duties include, but are not limited to, regularly interpreting test results and assuming responsibility for accuracy of tests, reports, findings to appropriate health agencies and law enforcement.

Benefits Statement

As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

  • Flexible and hybrid work schedules are available in many program areas (when available and dependent upon position) 
  • Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
  • Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
  • Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
  • Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
  • 10-25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
  • 12 paid sick days annually which carryover year to year
  • 3 paid personal business days per calendar year (pro-rated dependent on start date)
  • 13-14 paid holidays per year
  • 12 weeks of paid parental leave
  • Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources

These are just a few of the many perks available to all State employees. For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx.

Essential Functions

  • Performs specialized and standard analysis on a variety of samples submitted to the laboratory using analytical instrumentation as necessary. 
  • Prepares and standardizes reagents and solutions for use on laboratory procedures and quality control.
  • Provides assistance to other units.
  • Performs routine and preventive maintenance on laboratory equipment used; maintains a file on such maintenance.
  • Records findings of procedures performed, reporting unequivocal results.
  • Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Requirements

  • Requires completion of four (4) years of college, including 32 semester hours in chemistry from a recognized college or university.

*This class is included as an Upward Mobility Program credential title.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Working knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of organic and inorganic as applied to analytical work.
  • Working knowledge of chemistry result analysis and making recommendations based upon results obtained.
  • One (1) year experience in reagent preparation and quality control checks of reagents.
  • One (1) year experience in test analysis using analytical chemistry instrumentation and preventative maintenance procedures for instrumentation.
  • One (1) year experience using computer equipment and software needed to perform daily testing and analysis of test results.
  • Elementary knowledge of a laboratory information management system (LIMS).

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is tasked with the oversight of communities within Illinois to achieve and maintain optimal health and safety. With an annual budget of over $2 billion in state and federal funds, 6 regional offices, 3 laboratories and over 1,200 employees, IDPH is equipped to fulfill its mission of protecting the health and wellness of the people of Illinois through the prevention, health promotion, regulation and control of disease and injury.

Work Hours: Monday- Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm
Headquarter Location: 2121 W Taylor St, Chicago, Illinois, 60612
Work County: Cook
Agency Contact: DPH.HRRecruiter@Illinois.gov
Posting Group: Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

This title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP). General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Titles.  To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position, employees must apply internally and must upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission. UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation section of the application.

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

Date Posted
12/11/2025
Job Reference
52117-en_US
Organization
State of Illinois
Location
Chicago, IL
Category
Chemistry
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