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CMS honors the Presidents who have called IL home. From Abraham Lincoln to Ulysses S. Grant, Ronald Reagan, and Barack Obama, IL has played a powerful role in American leadership.
State offices are closed today in observance. https://cms.illinois.gov/personnel/employeeresources/stateholidays
State offices are closed today in observance. https://cms.illinois.gov/personnel/employeeresources/stateholidays
February 16, 2026 at 2:00 PM
CMS honors the Presidents who have called IL home. From Abraham Lincoln to Ulysses S. Grant, Ronald Reagan, and Barack Obama, IL has played a powerful role in American leadership.
State offices are closed today in observance. https://cms.illinois.gov/personnel/employeeresources/stateholidays
State offices are closed today in observance. https://cms.illinois.gov/personnel/employeeresources/stateholidays
100 years of Black History Month reminds us that leadership is measured by action, not words. CMS Director Raven A. DeVaughn spoke with IL House @speakerwelchil.bsky.social about serving the community beyond the office.
Watch the full conversation here: youtu.be/QzlDHP4Mf90?...
Watch the full conversation here: youtu.be/QzlDHP4Mf90?...
CMS Celebrates Black History Month: Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch and Director Raven A. DeVaughn
YouTube video by Illinois Department of Central Management Services
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February 15, 2026 at 8:02 PM
100 years of Black History Month reminds us that leadership is measured by action, not words. CMS Director Raven A. DeVaughn spoke with IL House @speakerwelchil.bsky.social about serving the community beyond the office.
Watch the full conversation here: youtu.be/QzlDHP4Mf90?...
Watch the full conversation here: youtu.be/QzlDHP4Mf90?...
Happy Valentine’s Day 💖 From careers and benefits to services that support Illinoisans every day, CMS is the gift that keeps on giving.
Feeling the love? Learn more about working for the State of Illinois at work.illinois.gov
#CMS #WorkForIL #LoveWhatYouDo
Feeling the love? Learn more about working for the State of Illinois at work.illinois.gov
#CMS #WorkForIL #LoveWhatYouDo
February 14, 2026 at 4:32 PM
Happy Valentine’s Day 💖 From careers and benefits to services that support Illinoisans every day, CMS is the gift that keeps on giving.
Feeling the love? Learn more about working for the State of Illinois at work.illinois.gov
#CMS #WorkForIL #LoveWhatYouDo
Feeling the love? Learn more about working for the State of Illinois at work.illinois.gov
#CMS #WorkForIL #LoveWhatYouDo
CMS is seeking to establish a joint purchase master contract for Translation and Interpretation Services.
This contract will help deliver efficient, cost-effective language access services across the State on an as-needed basis.
www.bidbuy.illinois.gov/bso/external...
This contract will help deliver efficient, cost-effective language access services across the State on an as-needed basis.
www.bidbuy.illinois.gov/bso/external...
February 13, 2026 at 3:25 PM
CMS is seeking to establish a joint purchase master contract for Translation and Interpretation Services.
This contract will help deliver efficient, cost-effective language access services across the State on an as-needed basis.
www.bidbuy.illinois.gov/bso/external...
This contract will help deliver efficient, cost-effective language access services across the State on an as-needed basis.
www.bidbuy.illinois.gov/bso/external...
CMS Labor Relations is hiring two Labor Attorneys. This is an opportunity to support effective collective bargaining and represent the State of Illinois in arbitration hearings and before the Illinois Labor Relations Board.
Apply today. illinois.jobs2web.com/job/Springfi...
Apply today. illinois.jobs2web.com/job/Springfi...
February 12, 2026 at 7:51 PM
CMS Labor Relations is hiring two Labor Attorneys. This is an opportunity to support effective collective bargaining and represent the State of Illinois in arbitration hearings and before the Illinois Labor Relations Board.
Apply today. illinois.jobs2web.com/job/Springfi...
Apply today. illinois.jobs2web.com/job/Springfi...
Happy 217th birthday to President Abraham Lincoln!
From humble beginnings to historic leadership, Honest Abe’s legacy of courage, unity, and service continues to inspire Illinoisans today. Proof that a tall hat and even taller values never go out of style.
From humble beginnings to historic leadership, Honest Abe’s legacy of courage, unity, and service continues to inspire Illinoisans today. Proof that a tall hat and even taller values never go out of style.
February 12, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Happy 217th birthday to President Abraham Lincoln!
From humble beginnings to historic leadership, Honest Abe’s legacy of courage, unity, and service continues to inspire Illinoisans today. Proof that a tall hat and even taller values never go out of style.
From humble beginnings to historic leadership, Honest Abe’s legacy of courage, unity, and service continues to inspire Illinoisans today. Proof that a tall hat and even taller values never go out of style.
This year marks 100 years of #BlackHistoryMonth. CMS Director Raven A. DeVaughn sits down with Illinois’s first Black Illinois House of Representatives @speakerwelchil.bsky.social, to explore the impact of authenticity in leadership.
https://youtu.be/QzlDHP4Mf90
https://youtu.be/QzlDHP4Mf90
CMS Celebrates Black History Month: Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch and Director Raven A. DeVaughn
This year marks 100 years of Black History Month. CMS Director Raven DeVaughn sits down with Illinois's first Black Speaker of the House Emanuel “Chris” Welch, to explore the impact of authenticity in leadership.
Their conversation highlights the imp...
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February 11, 2026 at 6:13 PM
This year marks 100 years of #BlackHistoryMonth. CMS Director Raven A. DeVaughn sits down with Illinois’s first Black Illinois House of Representatives @speakerwelchil.bsky.social, to explore the impact of authenticity in leadership.
https://youtu.be/QzlDHP4Mf90
https://youtu.be/QzlDHP4Mf90
To celebrate Black History Month, CMS spotlights Southwest Facilities Manager Ray Coleman.
“As I reflect on 100 years of Black History, I cherish this moment even more due to these most perilous times in the quest to save our democracy, no matter what ethnicity one possesses."
“As I reflect on 100 years of Black History, I cherish this moment even more due to these most perilous times in the quest to save our democracy, no matter what ethnicity one possesses."
February 9, 2026 at 5:00 PM
To celebrate Black History Month, CMS spotlights Southwest Facilities Manager Ray Coleman.
“As I reflect on 100 years of Black History, I cherish this moment even more due to these most perilous times in the quest to save our democracy, no matter what ethnicity one possesses."
“As I reflect on 100 years of Black History, I cherish this moment even more due to these most perilous times in the quest to save our democracy, no matter what ethnicity one possesses."
Celebrating 100 years of #BlackHistoryMonth & the leaders shaping its legacy. CMS Director Raven A. DeVaughn sat down with IL House Speaker Emanuel "Chris" Welch to discuss leadership in the Black community.
Stay tuned for the full conversation and happy birthday,
@speakerwelchil.bsky.social.
Stay tuned for the full conversation and happy birthday,
@speakerwelchil.bsky.social.
Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch and Director Raven A. DeVaughn on Leadership and Legacy
YouTube video by Illinois Department of Central Management Services
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February 6, 2026 at 5:19 PM
Celebrating 100 years of #BlackHistoryMonth & the leaders shaping its legacy. CMS Director Raven A. DeVaughn sat down with IL House Speaker Emanuel "Chris" Welch to discuss leadership in the Black community.
Stay tuned for the full conversation and happy birthday,
@speakerwelchil.bsky.social.
Stay tuned for the full conversation and happy birthday,
@speakerwelchil.bsky.social.
The 2026 Governor’s Office Academy of Leadership (G.O.A.L.) is officially underway 🎉
Thank you to the Deputy Director of the CMS Office of Operational Excellence Victoria Davis and CMS Director Raven A. DeVaughn for their leadership in launching another year of G.O.A.L.
Thank you to the Deputy Director of the CMS Office of Operational Excellence Victoria Davis and CMS Director Raven A. DeVaughn for their leadership in launching another year of G.O.A.L.
2026 G.O.A.L. Kickoff
YouTube video by Illinois Department of Central Management Services
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February 5, 2026 at 9:36 PM
The 2026 Governor’s Office Academy of Leadership (G.O.A.L.) is officially underway 🎉
Thank you to the Deputy Director of the CMS Office of Operational Excellence Victoria Davis and CMS Director Raven A. DeVaughn for their leadership in launching another year of G.O.A.L.
Thank you to the Deputy Director of the CMS Office of Operational Excellence Victoria Davis and CMS Director Raven A. DeVaughn for their leadership in launching another year of G.O.A.L.
For #BlackHistoryMonth, we are spotlighting CMS Statewide Manager for African American D&I Gloria Batey.
Through her leadership, Gloria carries the mission of the Civil Rights movement, asking an essential question: what more can be done?
Her answer is clear. She's not done yet.
Through her leadership, Gloria carries the mission of the Civil Rights movement, asking an essential question: what more can be done?
Her answer is clear. She's not done yet.
February 2, 2026 at 5:00 PM
For #BlackHistoryMonth, we are spotlighting CMS Statewide Manager for African American D&I Gloria Batey.
Through her leadership, Gloria carries the mission of the Civil Rights movement, asking an essential question: what more can be done?
Her answer is clear. She's not done yet.
Through her leadership, Gloria carries the mission of the Civil Rights movement, asking an essential question: what more can be done?
Her answer is clear. She's not done yet.
Nearly 100 years ago, historian Carter G. Woodson created Negro History Week. Over the decades, it grew alongside the Civil Rights Movement and expanded into a full month of recognition in 1976.
Today, Black History Month is a celebration of the past, present, and future.
Today, Black History Month is a celebration of the past, present, and future.
February 1, 2026 at 8:00 PM
Nearly 100 years ago, historian Carter G. Woodson created Negro History Week. Over the decades, it grew alongside the Civil Rights Movement and expanded into a full month of recognition in 1976.
Today, Black History Month is a celebration of the past, present, and future.
Today, Black History Month is a celebration of the past, present, and future.
Honoring the past, celebrating the present, and shaping the future. This Black History Month marks 100 years of resilience.
We are proud to host a Black History Month discussion featuring IL House @speakerwelchil.bsky.social and CMS Director Raven DeVaughn as we reflect on the past 100 years.
We are proud to host a Black History Month discussion featuring IL House @speakerwelchil.bsky.social and CMS Director Raven DeVaughn as we reflect on the past 100 years.
February 1, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Honoring the past, celebrating the present, and shaping the future. This Black History Month marks 100 years of resilience.
We are proud to host a Black History Month discussion featuring IL House @speakerwelchil.bsky.social and CMS Director Raven DeVaughn as we reflect on the past 100 years.
We are proud to host a Black History Month discussion featuring IL House @speakerwelchil.bsky.social and CMS Director Raven DeVaughn as we reflect on the past 100 years.
Today, we honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. His vision of equality continues to inspire us to build stronger, more inclusive communities.
State offices are closed today in observance. Full list of State holidays: https://cms.illinois.gov/personnel/employeeresources/stateholidays.html
State offices are closed today in observance. Full list of State holidays: https://cms.illinois.gov/personnel/employeeresources/stateholidays.html
January 19, 2026 at 2:01 PM
Today, we honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. His vision of equality continues to inspire us to build stronger, more inclusive communities.
State offices are closed today in observance. Full list of State holidays: https://cms.illinois.gov/personnel/employeeresources/stateholidays.html
State offices are closed today in observance. Full list of State holidays: https://cms.illinois.gov/personnel/employeeresources/stateholidays.html
CMS D&I is seeking an Assistant Deputy Director for Language Access, Assessment, and Compensation.
Apply now: https://illinois.jobs2web.com/job/Chicago-ASSISTANT-DEPUTY-DIRECTOR-OF-STATEWIDE-D&I-LANGUAGE-ACCESS%2C-ASSESSMENT%2C-AND-COMPENSATION-MANAGER-IL-60661/1356763900/
Apply now: https://illinois.jobs2web.com/job/Chicago-ASSISTANT-DEPUTY-DIRECTOR-OF-STATEWIDE-D&I-LANGUAGE-ACCESS%2C-ASSESSMENT%2C-AND-COMPENSATION-MANAGER-IL-60661/1356763900/
January 17, 2026 at 8:00 PM
CMS D&I is seeking an Assistant Deputy Director for Language Access, Assessment, and Compensation.
Apply now: https://illinois.jobs2web.com/job/Chicago-ASSISTANT-DEPUTY-DIRECTOR-OF-STATEWIDE-D&I-LANGUAGE-ACCESS%2C-ASSESSMENT%2C-AND-COMPENSATION-MANAGER-IL-60661/1356763900/
Apply now: https://illinois.jobs2web.com/job/Chicago-ASSISTANT-DEPUTY-DIRECTOR-OF-STATEWIDE-D&I-LANGUAGE-ACCESS%2C-ASSESSMENT%2C-AND-COMPENSATION-MANAGER-IL-60661/1356763900/
A career with the State of Illinois can span for generations.
Meet the Klein family who proudly serve Illinois at the Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology, the IL Department of Revenue, the IL Department of Natural Resources, and the IL Labor Relations Board.
Meet the Klein family who proudly serve Illinois at the Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology, the IL Department of Revenue, the IL Department of Natural Resources, and the IL Labor Relations Board.
Generations of Service | The Klein Family
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January 15, 2026 at 4:24 PM
A career with the State of Illinois can span for generations.
Meet the Klein family who proudly serve Illinois at the Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology, the IL Department of Revenue, the IL Department of Natural Resources, and the IL Labor Relations Board.
Meet the Klein family who proudly serve Illinois at the Illinois Department of Innovation and Technology, the IL Department of Revenue, the IL Department of Natural Resources, and the IL Labor Relations Board.
We’re closing out the 2025 season with a winning record.
Our team made big plays and delivered results that inspire us as we head into 2026 with even more momentum, focus, and commitment to serving Illinoisans.
Our team made big plays and delivered results that inspire us as we head into 2026 with even more momentum, focus, and commitment to serving Illinoisans.
2025 CMS Recap | CMS vs. Unproductivity
YouTube video by Illinois Department of Central Management Services
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December 31, 2025 at 8:01 PM
We’re closing out the 2025 season with a winning record.
Our team made big plays and delivered results that inspire us as we head into 2026 with even more momentum, focus, and commitment to serving Illinoisans.
Our team made big plays and delivered results that inspire us as we head into 2026 with even more momentum, focus, and commitment to serving Illinoisans.
Celebrating Juanita Jackson-Tolbert on her retirement after more than 50 years of service to the State of Illinois.
As the fourth longest continuous State employee, she was honored to meet @govpritzker.illinois.gov in recognition of her remarkable career. Thank you, Juanita.
As the fourth longest continuous State employee, she was honored to meet @govpritzker.illinois.gov in recognition of her remarkable career. Thank you, Juanita.
CMS Milestones: Happy Retirement, Juanita!
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December 29, 2025 at 6:31 PM
Celebrating Juanita Jackson-Tolbert on her retirement after more than 50 years of service to the State of Illinois.
As the fourth longest continuous State employee, she was honored to meet @govpritzker.illinois.gov in recognition of her remarkable career. Thank you, Juanita.
As the fourth longest continuous State employee, she was honored to meet @govpritzker.illinois.gov in recognition of her remarkable career. Thank you, Juanita.
The CMS Office of Operational Excellence is honored to facilitate the fourth cohort of the Governor’s Office Academy of Leadership (G.O.A.L.) program, a highly selective initiative that reflects Illinois’ commitment to developing strong mid-level leaders across State government.
December 11, 2025 at 4:58 PM
The CMS Office of Operational Excellence is honored to facilitate the fourth cohort of the Governor’s Office Academy of Leadership (G.O.A.L.) program, a highly selective initiative that reflects Illinois’ commitment to developing strong mid-level leaders across State government.
For decades, the iconic marble vestibule of the Michael A. Bilandic Building in the Chicago Loop has been home to a beloved holiday tradition of welcoming all the State of Illinois staff, dignitaries, and public the moment they walk through our doors with a festive Christmas tree.
December 8, 2025 at 10:01 PM
For decades, the iconic marble vestibule of the Michael A. Bilandic Building in the Chicago Loop has been home to a beloved holiday tradition of welcoming all the State of Illinois staff, dignitaries, and public the moment they walk through our doors with a festive Christmas tree.
🎄 Elfie the State Elf is busy today lending a hand to Chief Administrative Officer Sarah Kerley at a State of Illinois Career Fair!
Follow us for updates on upcoming career fairs or visit work.illinois.gov to see the latest State of Illinois job openings.
Follow us for updates on upcoming career fairs or visit work.illinois.gov to see the latest State of Illinois job openings.
December 8, 2025 at 5:54 PM
🎄 Elfie the State Elf is busy today lending a hand to Chief Administrative Officer Sarah Kerley at a State of Illinois Career Fair!
Follow us for updates on upcoming career fairs or visit work.illinois.gov to see the latest State of Illinois job openings.
Follow us for updates on upcoming career fairs or visit work.illinois.gov to see the latest State of Illinois job openings.
CMS is celebrating excellence at the 2025 STARs Award Ceremony!
Congratulations to our awardees for their exceptional contributions:
Congratulations to our awardees for their exceptional contributions:
December 5, 2025 at 8:49 PM
CMS is celebrating excellence at the 2025 STARs Award Ceremony!
Congratulations to our awardees for their exceptional contributions:
Congratulations to our awardees for their exceptional contributions:
555 W. Monroe St. is welcoming the festive season with a beautifully decorated lobby, bringing holiday cheer to all who walk through our doors. 🎄
We extend our sincere appreciation to the @ilstatepolice.bsky.social officers who keep our building safe every day. Thank you for your service.
We extend our sincere appreciation to the @ilstatepolice.bsky.social officers who keep our building safe every day. Thank you for your service.
December 4, 2025 at 3:20 PM
555 W. Monroe St. is welcoming the festive season with a beautifully decorated lobby, bringing holiday cheer to all who walk through our doors. 🎄
We extend our sincere appreciation to the @ilstatepolice.bsky.social officers who keep our building safe every day. Thank you for your service.
We extend our sincere appreciation to the @ilstatepolice.bsky.social officers who keep our building safe every day. Thank you for your service.
A recent @chicago.suntimes.com story is highlighting the unique and bustling world inside the CMS Surplus Equipment Control Division led by Brent Boesdorfer.
Explore upcoming auctions and discover your next great find with CMS Surplus at ibid.illinois.gov.
chicago.suntimes.com/entertainmen...
Explore upcoming auctions and discover your next great find with CMS Surplus at ibid.illinois.gov.
chicago.suntimes.com/entertainmen...
Tubs of costume jewelry. Laptops. A dump truck. Lots of knives — these items can be yours at the state’s online auction house.
Something in among the junk catches the eye, and now a bidding war is on
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December 1, 2025 at 6:20 PM
A recent @chicago.suntimes.com story is highlighting the unique and bustling world inside the CMS Surplus Equipment Control Division led by Brent Boesdorfer.
Explore upcoming auctions and discover your next great find with CMS Surplus at ibid.illinois.gov.
chicago.suntimes.com/entertainmen...
Explore upcoming auctions and discover your next great find with CMS Surplus at ibid.illinois.gov.
chicago.suntimes.com/entertainmen...
🏐 CMS team had a great time cheering on the Illini Volleyball team while connecting with future leaders and showcasing career opportunities with the State of Illinois!
November 19, 2025 at 9:24 PM
🏐 CMS team had a great time cheering on the Illini Volleyball team while connecting with future leaders and showcasing career opportunities with the State of Illinois!