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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.
Victoria Pierce – Service Star
Eugene Reyes – Equality Star
Norman Ibarra – Respect Star
Amy McElfresh – Value Star
Jeremiah Yarbrough – Integrity Star
Jen Hoffman – Communication Star
Ann Marie Rembert – Excellence Star
Lana Kusyo – Rising Star
Your dedication and impact inspire us all! ✨
Eugene Reyes – Equality Star
Norman Ibarra – Respect Star
Amy McElfresh – Value Star
Jeremiah Yarbrough – Integrity Star
Jen Hoffman – Communication Star
Ann Marie Rembert – Excellence Star
Lana Kusyo – Rising Star
Your dedication and impact inspire us all! ✨
December 5, 2025 at 8:49 PM
Victoria Pierce – Service Star
Eugene Reyes – Equality Star
Norman Ibarra – Respect Star
Amy McElfresh – Value Star
Jeremiah Yarbrough – Integrity Star
Jen Hoffman – Communication Star
Ann Marie Rembert – Excellence Star
Lana Kusyo – Rising Star
Your dedication and impact inspire us all! ✨
Eugene Reyes – Equality Star
Norman Ibarra – Respect Star
Amy McElfresh – Value Star
Jeremiah Yarbrough – Integrity Star
Jen Hoffman – Communication Star
Ann Marie Rembert – Excellence Star
Lana Kusyo – Rising Star
Your dedication and impact inspire us all! ✨
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.
Statewide Recruitment Manager Brittany Clark, Chief Administrative Officer Sarah Kerley, Human Resources Specialist Jill Stoller, and Human Resources Representative Eugene Reyes were on hand to share how you can build your future with #WorkForIllinois. 💼💙
#CMS #IlliniVolleyball #CareerOpportunities
#CMS #IlliniVolleyball #CareerOpportunities
November 19, 2025 at 9:24 PM
Statewide Recruitment Manager Brittany Clark, Chief Administrative Officer Sarah Kerley, Human Resources Specialist Jill Stoller, and Human Resources Representative Eugene Reyes were on hand to share how you can build your future with #WorkForIllinois. 💼💙
#CMS #IlliniVolleyball #CareerOpportunities
#CMS #IlliniVolleyball #CareerOpportunities
🏐 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!
The 2025 State of IL Vendor Summit brought together vendors, procurement professionals, and State leaders for a day of learning, networking, and growth.
To learn more about doing business with the State of Illinois, visit: cms.illinois.gov/business/pro...
To learn more about doing business with the State of Illinois, visit: cms.illinois.gov/business/pro...
November 7, 2025 at 9:33 PM
The 2025 State of IL Vendor Summit brought together vendors, procurement professionals, and State leaders for a day of learning, networking, and growth.
To learn more about doing business with the State of Illinois, visit: cms.illinois.gov/business/pro...
To learn more about doing business with the State of Illinois, visit: cms.illinois.gov/business/pro...
🎃 Happy National Pumpkin Day from CMS!
Did you know Illinois is the #1 producer of pumpkins in the nation? 🥇 From our fields to your fall festivities, we’re proud to celebrate one of our state’s most iconic harvests.
Did you know Illinois is the #1 producer of pumpkins in the nation? 🥇 From our fields to your fall festivities, we’re proud to celebrate one of our state’s most iconic harvests.
October 26, 2025 at 7:22 PM
🎃 Happy National Pumpkin Day from CMS!
Did you know Illinois is the #1 producer of pumpkins in the nation? 🥇 From our fields to your fall festivities, we’re proud to celebrate one of our state’s most iconic harvests.
Did you know Illinois is the #1 producer of pumpkins in the nation? 🥇 From our fields to your fall festivities, we’re proud to celebrate one of our state’s most iconic harvests.
Follow us to see where we’ll pop up next and visitwork.illinois.gov to explore career opportunities with the State of Illinois
#CMSOnCampus #CollegeGameTour #GoIllini #GoHuskies #GoFlames
#CMSOnCampus #CollegeGameTour #GoIllini #GoHuskies #GoFlames
October 23, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Follow us to see where we’ll pop up next and visitwork.illinois.gov to explore career opportunities with the State of Illinois
#CMSOnCampus #CollegeGameTour #GoIllini #GoHuskies #GoFlames
#CMSOnCampus #CollegeGameTour #GoIllini #GoHuskies #GoFlames
• October 25: @Northern Illinois University Football vs. @ballstate.bsky.social
• November 9: UIUC Women’s Volleyball vs. @pennstateuniv.bsky.social
• November 11: University of Illinois Chicago Men’s Basketball vs. St. Francis (IL)
• November 29: UIUC Football vs. Northwestern University
• November 9: UIUC Women’s Volleyball vs. @pennstateuniv.bsky.social
• November 11: University of Illinois Chicago Men’s Basketball vs. St. Francis (IL)
• November 29: UIUC Football vs. Northwestern University
October 23, 2025 at 3:35 PM
• October 25: @Northern Illinois University Football vs. @ballstate.bsky.social
• November 9: UIUC Women’s Volleyball vs. @pennstateuniv.bsky.social
• November 11: University of Illinois Chicago Men’s Basketball vs. St. Francis (IL)
• November 29: UIUC Football vs. Northwestern University
• November 9: UIUC Women’s Volleyball vs. @pennstateuniv.bsky.social
• November 11: University of Illinois Chicago Men’s Basketball vs. St. Francis (IL)
• November 29: UIUC Football vs. Northwestern University
🏈 CMS had a great time engaging with fans at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign vs. @ohiostatefb.bsky.social!
And we’re just getting started.
📍 Find us at these upcoming games:
And we’re just getting started.
📍 Find us at these upcoming games:
October 23, 2025 at 3:35 PM
🏈 CMS had a great time engaging with fans at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign vs. @ohiostatefb.bsky.social!
And we’re just getting started.
📍 Find us at these upcoming games:
And we’re just getting started.
📍 Find us at these upcoming games:
Director DeVaughn continues to lead with purpose and passion, inspiring a culture of equity, innovation, and community empowerment statewide.
#TeamCMS #MarksofExcellence #NFBPA #Leadership #PublicService #EquityInAction #IllinoisLeads #BlackExcellence #WomenInLeadership
#TeamCMS #MarksofExcellence #NFBPA #Leadership #PublicService #EquityInAction #IllinoisLeads #BlackExcellence #WomenInLeadership
October 6, 2025 at 3:18 PM
Director DeVaughn continues to lead with purpose and passion, inspiring a culture of equity, innovation, and community empowerment statewide.
#TeamCMS #MarksofExcellence #NFBPA #Leadership #PublicService #EquityInAction #IllinoisLeads #BlackExcellence #WomenInLeadership
#TeamCMS #MarksofExcellence #NFBPA #Leadership #PublicService #EquityInAction #IllinoisLeads #BlackExcellence #WomenInLeadership
"Team CMS, I promise to defend, protect, support, and uplift your work always and in all ways."
This distinguished honor celebrates African American professionals who exemplify excellence in public administration across Illinois.
This distinguished honor celebrates African American professionals who exemplify excellence in public administration across Illinois.
October 6, 2025 at 3:18 PM
"Team CMS, I promise to defend, protect, support, and uplift your work always and in all ways."
This distinguished honor celebrates African American professionals who exemplify excellence in public administration across Illinois.
This distinguished honor celebrates African American professionals who exemplify excellence in public administration across Illinois.
✨ Congratulations to Director Raven A. DeVaughn! ✨
The National Forum for Black Public Administrators (NFBPA) - Chicago Chapter has awarded Director Raven A. DeVaughn with a 2025 Marks of Excellence Award, recognizing her outstanding leadership, vision, and dedication to public service.
The National Forum for Black Public Administrators (NFBPA) - Chicago Chapter has awarded Director Raven A. DeVaughn with a 2025 Marks of Excellence Award, recognizing her outstanding leadership, vision, and dedication to public service.
October 6, 2025 at 3:18 PM
✨ Congratulations to Director Raven A. DeVaughn! ✨
The National Forum for Black Public Administrators (NFBPA) - Chicago Chapter has awarded Director Raven A. DeVaughn with a 2025 Marks of Excellence Award, recognizing her outstanding leadership, vision, and dedication to public service.
The National Forum for Black Public Administrators (NFBPA) - Chicago Chapter has awarded Director Raven A. DeVaughn with a 2025 Marks of Excellence Award, recognizing her outstanding leadership, vision, and dedication to public service.
CMS leaders came together to connect and grow at our Senior Leadership Retreat. We heard from guest speakers Alison Brock McGill and Chief Equity Officer Dr. Atiera Coleman, along with her team.
Thank you to the CMS Office of Operational Excellence for helping organize this event.
Thank you to the CMS Office of Operational Excellence for helping organize this event.
September 26, 2025 at 6:30 PM
CMS leaders came together to connect and grow at our Senior Leadership Retreat. We heard from guest speakers Alison Brock McGill and Chief Equity Officer Dr. Atiera Coleman, along with her team.
Thank you to the CMS Office of Operational Excellence for helping organize this event.
Thank you to the CMS Office of Operational Excellence for helping organize this event.
CMS Director Raven A. DeVaughn had the honor of throwing out the first pitch at the September 10 Chicago @chgo-whitesox.bsky.social vs. Tampa Bay Rays game. 🧢
In celebration of Nurses Night, fans were able to meet CMS recruiters and learn how to apply for State of Illinois jobs.
In celebration of Nurses Night, fans were able to meet CMS recruiters and learn how to apply for State of Illinois jobs.
September 15, 2025 at 4:32 PM
CMS Director Raven A. DeVaughn had the honor of throwing out the first pitch at the September 10 Chicago @chgo-whitesox.bsky.social vs. Tampa Bay Rays game. 🧢
In celebration of Nurses Night, fans were able to meet CMS recruiters and learn how to apply for State of Illinois jobs.
In celebration of Nurses Night, fans were able to meet CMS recruiters and learn how to apply for State of Illinois jobs.
Hybrid schedules AND great benefits like paid leave, including holiday and vacation time?
Working for the State means finding what works for you.
Search #ReallyGreatCareers on work.illinois.gov
Working for the State means finding what works for you.
Search #ReallyGreatCareers on work.illinois.gov
September 4, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Hybrid schedules AND great benefits like paid leave, including holiday and vacation time?
Working for the State means finding what works for you.
Search #ReallyGreatCareers on work.illinois.gov
Working for the State means finding what works for you.
Search #ReallyGreatCareers on work.illinois.gov
Join CMS Director Raven DeVaughn and other public sector leaders at the Chicago Yacht Club for the National Forum for Black Public Administrators Chicago Chapter Executive Speaker Series.
📅 Wednesday, September 17
👉 RSVP: www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticket...
📅 Wednesday, September 17
👉 RSVP: www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticket...
September 3, 2025 at 3:22 PM
Join CMS Director Raven DeVaughn and other public sector leaders at the Chicago Yacht Club for the National Forum for Black Public Administrators Chicago Chapter Executive Speaker Series.
📅 Wednesday, September 17
👉 RSVP: www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticket...
📅 Wednesday, September 17
👉 RSVP: www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticket...
We’re excited to welcome Noureen Hashim-Jiwani as CMS Senior Policy Advisor! 🎉
A mission-driven leader, she has a proven track record in strategy, cross-functional collaboration, and policy innovation.
A mission-driven leader, she has a proven track record in strategy, cross-functional collaboration, and policy innovation.
September 2, 2025 at 4:55 PM
We’re excited to welcome Noureen Hashim-Jiwani as CMS Senior Policy Advisor! 🎉
A mission-driven leader, she has a proven track record in strategy, cross-functional collaboration, and policy innovation.
A mission-driven leader, she has a proven track record in strategy, cross-functional collaboration, and policy innovation.
CMS is looking for a food vendor to move into 555 W. Monroe in Chicago!
Registered vendors can learn more about this opportunity and submit a RFP by September 30 here: www.bidbuy.illinois.gov/bso/view/log...
Not already a registered vendor? Select the Supplier Registration tab on the top.
Registered vendors can learn more about this opportunity and submit a RFP by September 30 here: www.bidbuy.illinois.gov/bso/view/log...
Not already a registered vendor? Select the Supplier Registration tab on the top.
August 28, 2025 at 6:48 PM
CMS is looking for a food vendor to move into 555 W. Monroe in Chicago!
Registered vendors can learn more about this opportunity and submit a RFP by September 30 here: www.bidbuy.illinois.gov/bso/view/log...
Not already a registered vendor? Select the Supplier Registration tab on the top.
Registered vendors can learn more about this opportunity and submit a RFP by September 30 here: www.bidbuy.illinois.gov/bso/view/log...
Not already a registered vendor? Select the Supplier Registration tab on the top.
🌟 Thank you to the Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus Foundation for recognizing the CMS Diversity & Inclusion Community Partner Internship in their 2024-2025 Impact Report as one of the two “Soy el Futuro” partners!
📖 Read the full report here: files.constantcontact.com/b63906ce901/...
📖 Read the full report here: files.constantcontact.com/b63906ce901/...
August 18, 2025 at 3:48 PM
🌟 Thank you to the Illinois Legislative Latino Caucus Foundation for recognizing the CMS Diversity & Inclusion Community Partner Internship in their 2024-2025 Impact Report as one of the two “Soy el Futuro” partners!
📖 Read the full report here: files.constantcontact.com/b63906ce901/...
📖 Read the full report here: files.constantcontact.com/b63906ce901/...
The CMS D&I Community Partner Internship Program celebrated the graduation of its largest and most diverse cohort yet! It included 25 outstanding interns from all across the state.
The day featured inspiring final presentations that showcased their impact and commitment to public service.
The day featured inspiring final presentations that showcased their impact and commitment to public service.
August 4, 2025 at 10:08 PM
The CMS D&I Community Partner Internship Program celebrated the graduation of its largest and most diverse cohort yet! It included 25 outstanding interns from all across the state.
The day featured inspiring final presentations that showcased their impact and commitment to public service.
The day featured inspiring final presentations that showcased their impact and commitment to public service.
📡 Happy System Administrator Appreciation Day! We recognize the Information Strategy team for keeping our systems running securely and efficiently. Your expertise powers the work we do every day.
Explore career opportunities in Information Strategy at work.illinois.gov.
Explore career opportunities in Information Strategy at work.illinois.gov.
July 28, 2025 at 5:07 PM
📡 Happy System Administrator Appreciation Day! We recognize the Information Strategy team for keeping our systems running securely and efficiently. Your expertise powers the work we do every day.
Explore career opportunities in Information Strategy at work.illinois.gov.
Explore career opportunities in Information Strategy at work.illinois.gov.