Day Care Licensing Team Clerical

DCFS is deeply committed to the welfare and protection of children. Our goal is to protect children by strengthening and supporting families. In every effort, from receiving hotline calls to reaching family reunification or foster care and adoption, children and families are our focus. Job Requisition ID : 50463 Closing Date : 10 / 30 / 2025 Agency : Department of Children and Family Services Class Title : OFFICE ASSOCIATE - 30015 Skill Option : Keyboarding Bilingual Option : None Salary : Anticipated Starting Salary : $4,004 / Month - Full Salary Range $4,004-$5,245 / Month 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. IT IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED THAT YOU UPLOAD COLLEGE TRANSCRIPTS AND RESUME. 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 The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and energetic individual to serve as Day Care Licensing Team Clerical. Under direction, this position will provide clerical support as a secretary to a unit supervisor and professional staff. The position will answer phones, greet visitors, maintain files, and perform general clerical functions, in addition to compiling and assembling data. This position provides a great opportunity for someone who is detail oriented and interested in playing a supporting role in the Department's operations. DCFS offers a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits, and a pension program. The ideal candidate for this position will have excellent organizational skills and strong communication skills. We invite you to join our innovative team to help make a positive difference in the lives of the children and families of Illinois. Job Responsibilities Serves as Day Care Licensing Team Clerical Greets visitors and answers incoming phone calls to determine the nature of the request, many of which may be hostile As a word processing operator, compiles and assembles data Establishes and maintains filing system, monitoring to ensure information is readily available for reference / viewing Generates first (standardized) response to applicant Compiles information necessary to prepare travel vouchers for assigned staff Receives, sorts, opens, reads, and distributes incoming mail Follows oral and written instructions, gaining knowledge and experience in and applying evolving automated office equipment and technology to complete complex tasks 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 completion of high school Requires 2 years of office experience Requires ability to keyboard accurately at 45 wpm Conditions of Employment Requires ability to pass a background check. The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties listed in the job description. Work Hours : Monday-Friday 8 : 30am-5 : 00pm Work Location : 1911 S Indiana Ave, Chicago, IL (Temporarily Headquartered at 1701 S First Ave, Maywood, IL 60153) Agency Contact : Tiffany Kemp Email : [email removed] (Questions Only) 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 removed] [email removed] Employment Type : Full Time