DOC Dixon CC Operations Unit Secretary

Corrections Connection; Dixon (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Corrections Connection is seeking an Office Associate to serve as secretary in the Operations Unit of the Illinois Department of Corrections. The position will keyboard a variety of complex documents, compile data for statistical reports, and maintain intricate filing systems for security staff.

If you are detail oriented and can multitask, apply. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma and two years of office experience, plus the ability to keyboard accurately 45 words per minute.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and two years of office experience.
• Ability to keyboard accurately 45 words per minute.

Responsibilities

• Serves as secretary to the Shift Supervisor.
• Keyboards complex charts, documents, forms, memoranda, and letters.
• Organizes and maintains complex filing systems for correspondence and security personnel.
• Serves as clerical support to the Administrative Major / Unit Manager.
• Answers the phone as a receptionist.
• Performs other duties as required within the scope of duties enumerated above.

Skills

Typing 45 wpm

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Overview

IDOC is looking to hire an Office Associate to serve as secretary in the Operations Unit. In addition, this position will keyboard a variety of complex documents, compile and assemble data for statistical reports, and maintain complex filing systems for security staff. If you are detail oriented and can multitask, this position is for you. We strongly encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Essential Functions

• Serves as secretary to the Shift Supervisor.
• Keyboards complex charts, documents, forms, memoranda, and letters.
• Organizes and maintains complex filing systems for correspondence and security personnel.
• Serves as clerical support to the Administrative Major / Unit Manager.
• As a receptionist answers the phone.
• 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 and two (2) years of office experience.
• Requires ability to keyboard accurately 45 words per minute.

Conditions of Employment

• Requires ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
• Requires ability to pass a drug screen. The use of unauthorized drugs by an employee, regardless of position held, is prohibited.
• Required to utilize digital technology, tools, platforms, and processes in managing and supporting various digital enhancements for greater efficiency, productivity, and digital transformation efforts within the department.
• Applicants are required to abide by all vaccine and/or other medical standards as set out by the employer.
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

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

The Illinois Department of Corrections is a multicultural agency deeply committed to ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion. This commitment is at the forefront of our operations, hiring, policies and procedures, and training. We recognize the benefit of workplace empowerment, the importance of diversity and fully support an environment where ALL employees are treated fairly, respectfully, and have equal access to opportunities and resources necessary to thrive and contribute to the agency’s success. IDOC genuinely values the differences of individuals in our custody and is committed to ensuring a healthy living environment where they feel valued, respected, and included. Through our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), we shall establish and uphold agency policies and practices conducive to eliminating all forms of exclusion including, but not limited to, racism, ageism, ableism, sexism, discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender, and religious oppression. The IDOC team works to serve justice in Illinois and increase public safety by promoting positive change in behavior of individuals in custody, operating successful reentry programs, and reducing victimization. Employees enjoy excellent benefits, including health, vision, and dental insurance; retirement plan and deferred compensation; state holidays and other benefit time off; and pre-tax benefit programs. The department also offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities. The Illinois Department of Corrections is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.