Job Description

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
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 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.

Essential Functions

• 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.

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.

About the Agency

The Illinois Lottery operates and administers the Lottery with integrity, security, transparency, honesty, and fairness. Through the sales of its products, online and in-person at over 7,000 retailers throughout the state, the Department has contributed over $23 billion to support K-12 public schools. Additionally, hundreds of millions of dollars have also been contributed to capital projects and specialty causes like Illinois veterans services, the fight against breast cancer, Multiple Sclerosis and Alzheimer’s research, Special Olympics, police memorials, homeless services, STEAM education and assistance for people living with HIV/AIDS.

In addition to the monetary support it provides the State, the Department champions the people of Illinois, strengthening communities through engagement with the public, players and retailers and providing safe, fun, and responsible games to adults 18 and over.

The Department values diversity, equity and inclusion and continuously strives to create the best workplace for Lottery employees. It innovates utilizing the latest technology and recognizes and adapts to market and industry changes. It maximizes the value of its data through the use of predictive analytics and leverages its experience to meet the needs of the people of Illinois. The Illinois Lottery believes that Illinois is full of winners because everyone benefits from its efforts.

  Work Hours: Saturday - Wednesday; 4:15 PM - 12:15 AM
Work Location: 404 N 5th St Springfield, IL 62702-5202
Email:  LOT.Personnel@illinois.gov
Posting Group:  Legal, Audit & Compliance

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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