OFFICE ASSOCIATE - CANNABIS INSPECTION - ADMINISTRATION

Job Requisition ID: 49311
Closing Date: 09/10/2025
​Agency: Department of Agriculture
Class Title: OFFICE ASSOCIATE - 30015
Skill Option: Keyboarding
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: $4004 - $5245 starting monthly salary range
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
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.

Essential Functions

• Performs various data entry functions regarding the Medical Cannabis Program (410 ILCS 130), Industrial Hemp Program (505 ILCS 89), the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Program (Adult Use) (410 ILCS 705) and the Community College Cannabis Vocational Pilot Program (410 ILCS 705/25â€?1) documents.
• Coordinates the activities of the administration, monitoring and other functions relating to the Medical Cannabis Program (410 ILCS 130), Industrial Hemp Program (505 ILCS 89), the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Program (Adult Use) (410 ILCS 705) and the Community College Cannabis Vocational Pilot Program (410 ILCS 705/25â€?1.
• At the direction of the Administrative Assistant I, Assists with personnel functions, serves as Fleet assistant for the Bureau, serves as DoIT liaison for the Bureau and Maintains inventory for the Bureau.
• Gathers, reviews, and analyzes FOIA requests inquiries.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to the completion of high school and two (2) years of office experience.
• Requires ability to keyboard accurately at 45 wpm.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers extensive knowledge of composition, grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Prefers elementary knowledge of agency programs, rules, and regulations.
• Prefers working knowledge to operate commonly used manual and automated office equipment and perform routine maintenance.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires ability to successfully pass a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.

  Work Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm Monday - Friday
Work Location: 801 E Sangamon Ave, Springfield, Illinois, 62702
Agency Contact: Bureau of Human Resources
Email: [email protected]
Phone #: 217-785-5099
Posting Group: Office & Administrative Support

The Illinois Department of Agriculture administers an annual budget of approximately $200 million and employs more than 400 people statewide, with several hundred more seasonal employees hired during the summer to support the Illinois State Fair and Du Quoin State Fair. Separate bureaus administer programs and services directed at conserving the State's land and water resources; protecting the health and welfare of livestock and companion animals; overseeing state and county fairs; regulating seed, feed, and fertilizer products; ensuring the financial stability of grain dealers and warehouses; promoting Illinois food and agricultural products; and operating the State's horse racing programs .

AGR values employees with different backgrounds, life experiences, and talents.

AGR offers a robust benefit package including;

• Monday-Friday work schedule
• Flexible work schedules in many program areas
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance
• 12 Weeks paid maternity/paternity leave
• Pension Plan
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs
• Employees earn twelve (12) paid sick days annually
• Ten to twenty-five (10-25) paid vacation days based on years of service
• Employees earn three (3) paid personal days pro-rated based on start date
• Thirteen - Fourteen (13-14) paid state holidays annually

If this opportunity appeals to you, please apply today!

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

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