ACCOUNT TECHNICIAN I (TIMEKEEPING)

State-of-Illinois; Naperville Township (IL); On-site; USD 49,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Illinois, Department of Juvenile Justice, is seeking an Account Technician I (Timekeeping) in Warrenville, IL. The role focuses on maintaining facility time and attendance records, auditing financial documents, and preparing payroll time reports, with responsibility as a liaison for the timekeeping unit.

Strong attention to detail and clerical accounting skills are essential. This is a salaried, full-time position located in DuPage County with standard business hours and

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of two (2) years of college and completion of an approved training course or three (3) years of related clerical bookkeeping experience.

Responsibilities

• Essential Functions: Receives, reviews, and maintains all facility time and attendance records.
• Prepares and audits complex financial documents for the facility.
• Prepares Payroll Time Report.
• Monitors the daily functions and activities of the timekeeping department.
• Monitors, reviews, and assembles data for monthly sick time usage summary report.
• Serves as back up to other Account Technician I’s.

Job description

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents - Additional Documents section for each application.

Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at [e-mail] or call [phone] for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.

Sponsorship for Employment

The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Disclosure of Salary Information

In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant's wage or salary history. To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials.

Job Requisition ID:58010
Opening Date: 08/13/2026
Closing Date: 08/27/2026 11:59 pm
Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice
Class Title:ACCOUNT TECHNICIAN I - 00115
Skill Option:UMP Certificate
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $4,407 a month; Full Range $4,407 - $6,249 a month
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: DuPage
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.

ACCOUNT TECHNICIAN I (TIMEKEEPING)

Requisition # 58010

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:

Do you possess a fiscal background with strong attention to detail? The Department of Juvenile Justice is seeking an individual to serve as the Account Technician I under general supervision of the Business Administrator at the IYC Warrenville. The incumbent in this role will prepare all facility time and attendance records, calculate and record time usage and provide information and assistance to employees. The incumbent will identify discrepancies and research information to resolve. The incumbent will serve as liaison for the Timekeeping department and verify that filing systems are maintained. The incumbent will verify the accuracy of prepared reports by reviewing them prior to submission to payroll. IDJJ encourages all interested and qualified individuals to apply.

Essential Functions:

• Under general supervision, receives, reviews, and maintains all facility time and attendance records.
• Prepares and audits complex financial documents for the facility.
• Prepares Payroll Time Report.
• Monitors the daily functions and activities of the timekeeping department.
• Monitors, reviews, and assembles data for monthly sick time usage summary report.
• Serves as back up to other Account Technician I’s.
• 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 two (2) years of college and completion of an approved training course or three (3) years of related clerical bookkeeping experience.
• Qualifying state employees in the employee Upward Mobility Program, may complete combinations of specific proficiency tests and training programs leading to a certificate of proficiency in lieu of the state requirements for this classification.

Preferred Qualifications (In Order of Significance):

• Prefers working knowledge of accounting techniques.
• Prefers working knowledge of state or non-state accounting procedures.
• Prefers working knowledge of office methods and procedures.
• Prefers working knowledge of principles and functions of standard office accounting machines and equipment.
• Prefers ability to supervise a small staff of subprofessionals.
• Prefers ability to apply established accounting techniques.

Conditions of Employment:

• Requires the ability to pass an Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC)/Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice (IDJJ) background check.
• Requires ability to pass a drug screen. The use of unauthorized drugs by an employee, regardless of position held, is prohibited.

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

About the Agency:

The mission of the Illinois Department of Juvenile Justice (IDJJ) is to build youth skills and strengthen families by promoting community safety and positive youth outcomes. Over 900 staff members from across various departments - security, programming, education, mental health, and more - collaborate with the understanding that youth are physically, emotionally, and cognitively different from adults. The department provides extensive services to young people through a developmental, treatment-focused model of care that builds youth resiliency, engages families, and promotes community safety at the five youth facilities it operates across the state. IDJJ serves and houses approximately 150 youth and is responsible for approximately 500 youth on Aftercare in various Illinois’ communities.

The Department of Juvenile Justice offers an excellent benefits package including:

• Health, Life, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Pension Plan
• Paid parental leave
• Pre-tax benefits programs including but not limited to: Deferred Compensation, Medical, Daycare, etc.
• Employees earn twelve (12) paid Sick Days annually
• New Employees earn ten (10) paid Vacation Days their first year of service and can earn up to twenty-five (25) paid Vacation Days annually (based on years of service)
• Employees earn three (3) paid Personal Days annually (pro-rated based on start date)
• Thirteen-Fourteen (13-14) paid holidays annually (based on start date)
• Flexible work schedules in many program areas (remote workmay be an option for certain positions)

Work Hours: Mon-Fri - 8:00 am - 4:00 pm -- Sat-Sun & Holidays - off
Headquarter Location: 30 W 200 Ferry Rd, Warrenville, Illinois, 60563
Work County: DuPage

Agency Contact:IDJJ Human Resources

Posting Group: Fiscal, Finance & Procurement; Office & Administrative Support; Public Safety

This title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP). General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Titles . To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position, employees must apply internally and must upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission. UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation section of the application.

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

Nearest Major Market: Naperville
Nearest Secondary Market: Chicago