Job Requisition ID: 48699
Closing Date: 08/12/2025
Agency: Department of the Lottery
Class Title: LOTERY DRAWING SPECIALIST - 24410
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated starting salary $4,586.00 monthly; Full Range $4,586.00 - $6,228.00 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC028 Paraprofessional Human Services Employees, AFSCME

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 Lottery is seeking to fill a Lottery Drawing Specialist in the Operations & Technology Division. The Lottery Drawing Specialist will use computer programs to be in the heart of the on-line Lottery drawings, including Lotto, Pick 3, Pick 4, MegaMillions, and Powerball. The individual in this position will work in a collaborative environment, working with a team of draw staff, to ensure the Lottery drawings are valid. The ideal candidate must be flexible with work assignments, have great attention to detail and the ability to work within outlined timeframes. The Illinois Lottery invites you to apply for the Lottery Drawing Specialist and experience the excitement of making the citizens of Illinois winners.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Requires possession of a high school diploma or certificate of high school equivalency.
• Requires one year of skilled computer system experience, preferably in a lottery or gaming setting.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prefers working knowledge of information processing system operation principles.
• Prefers working knowledge and principles of computer operations, security, and system control monitoring.
• Prefers ability to follow complex oral and written instructions.
• Prefers ability to compile and maintain necessary logs and reports using Lottery gaming systems, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Excel.
• Prefers working knowledge of high school mathematics.

CONDITION OF EMPLOYMENT

• Requires the ability to pass a criminal background investigation.
• Requires current, valid driver’s license and ability to travel with little to no notice.
• Requires the ability to work holidays and weekends.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

• Serves in one of three on-line game drawing capacities, on any given day, to maintain the integrity of the Illinois on-line drawings in accordance with Illinois statutes and administrative rules, Multi-State Lottery Association Rules (MUSL) and all established Lottery drawing procedures, assuring a valid drawing: Draw Coordinator, Draw Observer, Draw Operator.
• Produces system reports and related drawing information.
• Maintains disaster recovery protocol documentation for daily drawings.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.