OFFICE ASSOCIATE SS

Job Requisition ID: 55507
Opening Date: 08/18/2026
Closing Date: 09/01/2026
Agency: Department of Human Rights
Class Title: OFFICE ASSOCIATE - 30015
Skill Option: Keyboarding
Bilingual Option: Spanish
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary (Effective 7/1/24) $4,144 a month; Full Range $4,144 - $5,429 a
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC014 Clerical 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

Under direction of the Public Service Administrator (Intake Program Administrator), performs a variety of complex, specialized clerical information and assistance, keyboarding, record processing, secretarial and general office support functions; completes memos, investigation reports, letters, and department reports; work involves related steps, processes and/or methods requiring application of agency policies and procedures; acts as a relief receptionist.

Benefits Statement

As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

• A Pension Program
• Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
• 12 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 of employment)
  • Personal, Sick, & Vacation rates modified for 12-hour & part-time work schedules (as applicable)
• 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
• Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
• 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
• Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
• Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
• GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
• 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
• Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)

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Essential Functions

Performs a variety of complex, specialized clerical information and assistance in keyboarding, record processing, secretarial and general office support functions.

Provides clerical office support to the investigative staff and unit supervisor; keyboards a variety of documents/correspondence, reports or other information; composes and keyboards routine correspondence and responds to inquiries requiring general knowledge of program operations; organizes and maintains filing systems; reads, sorts and delivers incoming mail and schedules appointments.

Acts in a relief capacity at the reception desk for the agency; responds to inquiries of a nontechnical nature in person or by phone, exercising discretion and judgment in referring sensitive issues, complex technical matters and policy concerns to appropriate staff, supervisors, or managers.

Operates common office equipment, such as computer, copier, fax and scanner; duplicates all correspondence for investigators.

Performs other duties as assigned or required, which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of high school and two years of office experience.
• Requires skill in keyboarding accurately at 45 WPM.

• Requires the ability to read, write, and speak Spanish at a colloquial skill level.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers at least one (1) year experience applying standard office practices and procedures, with basic proficiency in using common office software programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and data entry systems in a professional setting.
• Prefers at least one (1) year experience in written composition, demonstrating intermediate proficiency in grammar, spelling, and punctuation for professional or business communication.
• Prefers at least one (1) year experience and basic proficiency in providing administrative support, including accurate execution of office tasks and adherence to guidelines established by a private or public organization.
• Prefers at least one (1) year experience and basic proficiency in operating standard office equipment, such as copiers, scanners, multi-line phone systems, and document shredders, with the ability to troubleshoot minor technical issues and perform routine maintenance.
• Prefers at least one (1) year experience and basic proficiency serving as a receptionist in an office setting, answering multi-line telephones, routing calls to appropriate entities, opening, sorting, and distributing mail, and responding to inquiries in person and/or electronically.
• Prefers at least one (1) year experience and basic proficiency organizing and maintaining complex filing systems, including both hard copy and electronic filing systems.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.
• Requires ability to obtain licensure as a notary public.

The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties listed in the job description.

About the Illinois Department of Human Rights

The Illinois Department of Human Rights (“IDHR”) is a state agency charged with the enforcement of the Illinois Human Rights Act ("Act"). The Act prohibits unlawful discrimination in Illinois with respect to employment, real estate transactions, financial credit, and public accommodations (including education). IDHR protects and guarantees the rights of all Illinoisans to be free from unlawful discrimination by receiving and investigating claims of unlawful discrimination. Moreover, the Act prohibits retaliation against a person who has opposed that which is reasonably and in good faith believed to be unlawful discrimination; prohibits the aiding, abetting, compelling or coercion of a person to commit a violation of the Act; and prohibits the willful interference with the performance of a duty or the exercise of a power by the Department or one of its officers or employees. At the forefront of protecting civil rights, IDHR welcomes all candidates for employment to apply for any position for which they are qualified. Join IDHR in its mission to secure an Illinois free from discrimination.

Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm
Headquarter Location: 555 W Monroe St, Chicago, Illinois, 60661
Work County: Cook
Agency Contact: Akia Harper
Email: [email protected]
Phone #: 312-814-6275
Posting Group: Office & Administrative Support

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:

• [email protected]
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