Job Description

Job Requisition ID: 58597 
Opening Date: 09/21/2026
Closing Date: 10/05/2026
Agency: Department of the Lottery
Class Title:  LOTTERY SALES REPRESENTATIVE - 24515 
Skill Option:  None  
Bilingual Option:  None
Salary: Anticipated starting salary $5,572 monthly; Full range $5,572 - $7,898 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:  Full Time  
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:  RC062 Technical Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code: 
Work Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM; M-F
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: 404 N 5th St, Springfield, Illinois, 62702
Work County: Sangamon
Agency Contact: LOT.Personnel @ illinois.gov

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

Are Sales, Marketing and Public Relations your passion? The Illinois Lottery is seeking to hire a Lottery Sales Representative with the Sales Division. The individual in this position will work independently in a specified route, providing in-person customer service, guidance and direction to Lottery retailers to ensure they receive the full benefits of selling Lottery tickets. If you are a people person who excels in communicating and solving problems, the Illinois Lottery encourages you to apply for this position.

Essential Functions

• Distributes Lottery promotional materials to Lottery retailers in Territory 506, which encompasses Easton, Hartsburg, Springfield, Decatur, Lynchburg, and Petersburg areas.
• Evaluates performance of licensed retailers to ascertain compliance with Department policies and procedures. 
• Reports all sales activities and plans to supervisor and Private Manager.
• Provides assistance to retailers regarding installation and upkeep of Lottery equipment and products.
• Attends staff meetings to keep apprised of new developments and sales promotions.
• Assists in calling on potential new retailers in their territory that have been identified by Lottery management.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonable within the scope of duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college with courses in Marketing, Public Relations, or Business Administration.
• Requires two (2) years progressively responsible experience in marketing, sales, or a promotional field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers two (2) years of experience using sales and marketing principles, practices, and techniques.
• Prefers two (2) years experience in graphically presenting promotional and sales programs and evaluating their resourcefulness.
• Prefers two (2) years of experience managing various projects and tasks simultaneously.
• Prefers two (2) years of experience utilizing sales software and basic proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
• Prefers two (2) years of experience promoting sales and using diplomacy and tact in dealing with controversial matters.
• Prefers two (2) years of experience planning regularly scheduled visits to retailers in sales territory.
• Prefers the ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, retailers, and customers of various backgrounds either orally or in writing.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
• Requires the ability to travel in the performance of duties.
• Requires possession of an appropriate valid driver’s license and automobile insurance.
• Requires the ability to utilize agency issued equipment, i.e. cell phone and tablet.
• Must live within 25 miles of Easton, Hartsburg, Springfield, Decatur, Lychburg, and Petersburg areas.
• 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 $26 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. By utilizing the latest technology, recognizing and adapting to market and industry changes, the Illinois Lottery 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.

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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