BACKGROUND CHECK ASSOCIATE Job Details | State of Illinois

Illinois Department of Children & Family Services; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services seeks a Background Check Associate in Chicago, IL. The role performs data entry and reporting related to background checks for facility drivers and other applicants in the agency's systems.

The position requires a high school diploma, at least two years of office experience, and accurate 45 wpm keyboarding. The role offers a salaried schedule with benefits and a unionized environment.

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.

Responsibilities

• Enter and verify background check data into the appropriate Departmental system.
• Prepare, keyboard, and maintain complex Background Check Unit reports and other reports related to applications and materials.
• Coordinate with requesting parties regarding information on Authorization for Background Check.
• Serve as Central Office of Licensing contact for all issues concerning facility driver checks.

Skills

Keyboarding

Office experience

45 wpm typing

Education

High school diploma

Job description

BACKGROUND CHECK ASSOCIATE

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.

Date: Sep 3, 2026

Location: Chicago, IL, US, 60616

Job Requisition ID: 55476

Opening Date: 09/03/2026

Closing Date: 09/18/2026

Agency: Department of Children and Family Services

Job Title: Office Associate - Typing Option 2

Class Title: OFFICE ASSOCIATE - 30015

Skill Option: Keyboarding

Bilingual Option: None

Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary (Effective 7/1/26) $4,144 a month; Full Range $4,144 - $5,429 a 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.

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 Function

• Serves as Background Check Associate
• Performs data entry of CANTS, Sex Offender Registry System (SORS), National Sex Offender Registry System (NSORS), Out-of-State CANTS, Interstate Criminal History, Illinois State Police, Federal Bureau of Investigation, and/or driver eligibility status for facility drivers into the appropriate Departmental system
• Prepares, keyboards, and maintains complex, highly specialized Background Check Unit (BCU) reports and other reports related to application and recommendation materials processed through Central Office
• Serves as liaison to requesting parties regarding information on Authorization for Background Check
• Serves as Central Office of Licensing contact for all issues concerning facility driver checks
• Receives, sorts, reviews, and distributes incoming mail
• 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 completion of a background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.

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

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.

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)
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility
• GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans
• 5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
• Commuter Savings Program (Chicago only)

For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

Work Hours:

Monday - Friday 8:30 am to 5:00 pm

Headquarter Location:

1911 S Indiana Ave, Chicago, Illinois, 60616 The official headquarters is 1911 S. Indiana, but you will be assigned to work at another DCFS office in Cook Count

Work County:

Cook

Supervisor:

Randy Doss

Agency Contact:

Destiny Wright

Email:

[e-mail] (For Questions Only)

Posting Group:

Office & Administrative Support