DOC Stateville NRC Office Assistant - Record Office

Illinoiscomptroller; Crest Hill (IL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Pension plan (state)

Job summary

The Illinois Department of Corrections is hiring an Office Assistant to establish and maintain files and prepare reports on incoming individuals in custody. You will also prepare and keyboard transfer lists and face sheets.

If you are detail oriented and can multi-task, this position is for you. Essential qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and one year of related office experience, plus the ability to type 35 words per minute.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of high school and one year of related office experience.
• Ability to keyboard accurately at 35 words per minute.
• Must pass background check and drug screen; vaccine/medical standards may apply.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and maintains files.
• Prepares reports on incoming individuals in custody including mittimus papers and face sheets.
• Prepares and keyboards transfer lists prior to transfers.
• Prepares and keyboards face sheets from court and mittimus documents for individuals in custody at Reception and Classification Center.
• Performs other duties as required within the scope of the role.

Skills

Keyboarding

Education

High school diploma

Job description

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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

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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.

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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.

Position Title: Office Assistant

Job Requisition ID: 58820
Opening Date: 09/21/2026
Closing Date: 10/02/2026 11:59 p.m.
Agency: Department of Corrections
Class Title:OFFICE ASSISTANT - 30010
Skill Option:Keyboarding
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $4,080 monthly; Full Range $4,080-$5,364 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:RC014 Clerical Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:
Work Hours: See below

8am-4pm Mon-Fri, Sat/Sun off

Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: Not available, fully in office
Headquarter Location: Stateville NRC -16830 S Broadway St, Crest Hill, Illinois, 60403
Work County: Will
Agency Contact: Cathy.Beckway @ illinois.gov

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

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.

As a IDOC employee, you are entitled to a robust benefits package that includes:

• Flexible work schedules in some program areas (flexible time and hybrid options)
• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance
• 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave
• Pension Plan – vesting at 10 years for Tier II
• Deferred compensation and other pre-tax benefits programs
• Paid state holidays 13-14 days annually
• 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, and vacation rates modified for 12-hour work schedules. (As applicable.)
• Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources

Position Overview

IDOC is looking to hire an Office Assistant to establish and maintain files and prepare reports on incoming individuals in custody. In addition, this position will prepare and keyboard transfer lists and face sheets. If you are detail oriented and can multi-task, this position is for you. We strongly encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Essential Functions

• Establishes and maintains files.
• Prepares reports on incoming individuals in custody which includes copies of their mittimus papers, statement of facts, face sheets and Federal Bureau of Investigation sheets.
• Prepares and keyboards transfer lists prior to the transfer of individuals in custody from the center and those being picked up at other institutions.
• Prepares and keyboards face sheets from court and mittimus papers for individuals in custody entering the Reception and Classification Center.
• 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 one (1) year of related office experience.
• Requires the ability to keyboard accurately at 35 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).