OFFICE ASSOCIATE

This job was posted by https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov : For moreInformation, Please Seehttps://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/13403349Job Requisition ID:**54769**\Opening Date:**04/08/2026**\Closing Date:**04/22/2026**\Agency:**Department of Children and Family Services**\Class Title:**OFFICE ASSOCIATE - 30015**\Skill Option:**Keyboarding**\Bilingual Option:**None**\Salary:**Anticipated Starting Salary after 7/1/26- \$4,144/month; FullRange \$4,004-\$5,429/month**\Job Type:**Salaried**\Category:**Full Time**\County:**Alexander**\Number of Vacancies:**1**\Bargaining Unit Code:**RC014 Clerical Employees, AFSCME**\Merit Comp Code:**PUC**: 90683176This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of therelevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to thefilling of this position.**All applicants who want to be considered for this positionMUSTapplyelectronically throughthe[illinois.jobs2web.com](https://illinois.jobs2web.com/){target="_blank"rel="noopener"}website. State of Illinois employees should click thelink near the top left to apply throughthe[SuccessFactors](https://hcm20.ns2cloud.com/sf/careers/jobsearch?bplte_company=SILHCM20P1){target="_blank"rel="noopener"}employee career portal.**Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, handdelivery) will not be considered.**Why Work for Illinois?**Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values ofcompassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether yourehelping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or supportfamilies in need, youre part of something biggersomething that touchesthe lives of every person who calls Illinois home.No matter what state career youre looking for, we offer jobs that fityour life and your scheduleflexible jobs that provide the gold standardof benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues toadvance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefitsand great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career andlasting future with the State of Illinois.## Essential Functions Serves as Team Clerical Answers incoming phone calls and greets visitors Establishes and maintains case files Completes and keyboards travel vouchers from handwritten materials,calculates and reviews to ensure accuracy, and returns to workersfor review and signature Provides clerical office support as a secretary to the teamsupervisors and professional staff Orients professional and other clerical staff regarding Departmentalrules and office procedures Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonablywithin the scope of the duties enumerated above## Minimum Qualifications Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent tocompletion of high school Requires 2 years of office experience Requires ability to keyboard accurately at 45 wpm## Conditions of Employment Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure ofcriminal history All conditions of employment listed here are incorporated andrelated to any of the job duties as listed in the job description## About the AgencyDCFS is deeply committed to the welfare and protection of children. Ourgoal is to protect children by strengthening and supporting families. Inevery effort, from receiving hotline calls to reaching familyreunification or foster care and adoption, children and families are ourfocus.As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefitPackage That Includes The FollowingA Pe nsion ProgramCompetitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental andVision Insurance3 Paid Personal Business Days annually12 Paid Sick Days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)10-25 Days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one ofemployment) Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-timework schedules (as applicable)13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered yearsFlexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)12 Weeks Paid Parental LeaveDeferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement planOptional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP),Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)Federal Public