Disability Claims Specialist
Posted: October 29, 2026
Company: Illinois Department of Human Services
Employer Type: Government
Position Type: Full Time
Job Type: Disability Claims Specialist
Certification Required: Valid licensure as a Registered Nurse
Education Required: Bachelors
City: SPRINGFIELD
County: SANGAMON
Salary Range: $75000 and Up
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https://illinois.jobs2web.com/job-invite/59720/
Job Requisition ID: 59720
Opening Date: 10/27/2026
Closing Date: 11/10/2026
Agency: Illinois Department of Human Services
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $6,460-$9,337/month ($77,520-$112,044/year)
Category: Full Time
Number of Vacancies: 1
Work Hours: Mon-Fri, 8am-4:30pm, 1 hour unpaid lunch
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: It is required that a person reports to the headquarters on this job position as necessary (could be weekly, monthly, or other schedule) dependent on operational need
Headquarter Location: 100 N 1st St , Springfield, Illinois, 62702
Division of Rehabilitation Services
Bureau of Disability Determination Services
Adjudication Services/Supplemental and Assistive Services Section
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact: DHS.HiringUnit@Illinois.gov
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This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position. While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended. 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 Division of Rehabilitation Services is seeking to hire a detail-oriented Disability Claims Specialist to provide technical advice and serve as a resource person on claim-related matters to adjudicators and adjudicator trainees. This position adjudicates assigned backlog of disability claims in compliance with state and federal guidelines to ensure accuracy and expediency. The Disability Claims Specialist also analyzes complex disability claims involving medical and vocational issues to ensure compliance with the state and federal guidelines, integrity of pertinent documentation and accurate evaluation of medical, functional, and vocational evidence.
Essential Functions
- Audits aged cases and provides analysis of trends leading to delays.
- Adjudicates assigned backlog of disability claims in compliance with state and federal guidelines to ensure accuracy and expediency.
- Analyzes complex disability claims involving medical and vocational issues to ensure compliance with the state and federal guidelines, integrity of pertinent documentation and accurate evaluation of medical, functional, and vocational evidence.
- Assists with Cooperative Corrective Action Plans for the Division of Adjudication Services.
- Promotes and maintains professional relationships with key providers, reviews requests for additional testing with authority to approve or deny such requests.
- Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.
Conditions of Employment
- Requires ability to pass a federal employment background check. Individuals selected for positions with the Illinois Disability Determination Service (DDS) must go through a complete federal background investigation suitability determination by the Social Security Administration. Those individuals meeting the state requirements for employment must first complete the federal background investigation prior to their start date. This is necessary to determine whether an employee can be issued credentials in order to have access to the Social Security Disability data, records and systems. Further details will be provided during the pre-employment background check process.
*The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
About the Agency:
The Illinois Department of Human Services serves families in need all across Illinois. Our mission is providing equitable access to social services, supports, programs and resources to enhance the lives of all who we serve. We are committed to the core values of Human Dignity, Equity, Community, Urgency, Transparency and Kindness.
As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:
· A Pension Program
Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
· 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
· 12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
* Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour Work Schedules (as applicable)
· 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
· Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
· 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
· Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
· Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
· Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
· 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
· Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)
For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx
Desired Skills
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires a bachelor's degree, with major courses in medical, premedical, legal, prelegal, nursing, psychology, pharmacy, health, biological sciences, physical sciences, business administration, management, or disability claims adjudication. OR Requires current valid licensure as a Registered Nurse in the State of Illinois, plus three (3) years of professional registered nursing experience.
- Requires two (2) years of progressively responsible professional experience as a Disability Claims Adjudicator II.
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