Front Desk Receptionist SS

Governor of Illinois; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Illinois seeks an Office Associate to provide essential administrative support within the Department of Human Rights. In this role, you will engage as a receptionist, assist with document translation in Spanish, and manage office tasks. Working under a Senior Public Service Administrator, you’ll help foster an office environment dedicated to equity and support for all Illinois citizens with comprehensive benefits included.

Benefits

Pension Program

Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance

Paid Personal Business Days

Paid Sick Days

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Flexible Work Schedules

Paid Parental Leave

Deferred Compensation Program

Commuter Savings Program

Qualifications

• Completion of high school and two years of office experience required.
• Ability to communicate in Spanish at a colloquial skill level.

Responsibilities

• Serves as receptionist for the Department's Chicago office.
• Translates documents and procedures into Spanish.
• Operates common office machinery.

Skills

Bilingual (Spanish)

Office management

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Requisition ID:47805
Closing Date: 06/24/2025
Agency:Department of Human Rights
Class Title:OFFICE ASSOCIATE - 30015
Skill Option:None
Bilingual Option:Spanish
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary (Effective 7/1/25) $4,004 monthly; Full Range: $4,004-$5,245 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:RC014
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.

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

Under Direction of the Senior Public Service Administrator (Manager of Operations), performs a variety of complex office support functions; serves as receptionists for the Department's Chicago office; provides non-technical information and assistance in person and by phone; translates documents, procedures and other information into Spanish; receives, stamps, sorts, and distributes mail; operates common office machinery; maintains records; completes a variety of work assignments for supervisor.

Benefits Statement

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)

• GI BillTraining/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

Essential Functions

• Serves as receptionists for the Department's Chicago Office.
• Translates documents procedures and other agency specific information into Spanish for individuals who cannot speak read or write English.
• Receives, stamps, sorts, and distributes mail.
• Operates common office machinery.
• 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 years of office experience.
• Requires abilityto speak and write in Spanish at a colloquial skill level in carrying out position duties in conjunction with non-English speaking individuals.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefers at least one (1) year experience applying standard office practices and procedures, with basic proficiency in using common office software programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and data entry systems in a professional setting.
• Prefers at least one (1) year experience in written composition, demonstrating intermediate proficiency in grammar, spelling, and punctuation for professional or business communication.
• Prefers at least one (1) year experience and basic proficiency in providing administrative support, including accurate execution of office tasks and adherence to guidelines established by a private or public organization.
• Prefers at least one (1) year experience and basic proficiency in operating standard office equipment, such as copiers, scanners, multi-line phone systems, and document shredders, with the ability to troubleshoot minor technical issues and perform routine maintenance.
• Prefers at least one (1) year experience and basic proficiency serving as a receptionist in an office setting, answering multi-line telephones, routing calls to appropriate entities, opening, sorting, and distributing mail, and responding to inquiries in person and/or electronically.
• Prefers at least one (1) year experience and basic proficiency organizing and maintaining complex filing systems, including both hard copy and electronic filingsystems.

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 Department of Human Rights

The Illinois Department of Human Rights (“IDHR”) is a state agency charged with the enforcement of the Illinois Human Rights Act ("Act"). The Act prohibits unlawful discrimination in Illinois with respect to employment, real estate transactions, financial credit, and public accommodations (including education). IDHR protects and guarantees the rights of all Illinoisans to be free from unlawful discrimination by receiving and investigating claims of unlawful discrimination. Moreover, the Act prohibits retaliation against a person who has opposed that which is reasonably and in good faith believed to be unlawful discrimination; prohibits the aiding, abetting, compelling or coercion of a person to commit a violation of the Act; and prohibits the willful interference with the performance of a duty or the exercise of a power by the Department or one of its officers or employees. At the forefront of protecting civil rights, IDHR welcomes all candidates for employment to apply for any position for which they are qualified. Join IDHR in its mission to secure an Illinois free from discrimination.

Work Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm
Work Location: 555 West Monroe Street, Chicago IL 60661
Agency Contact: Akia Harper
Email: [e-mail]
Phone #: [phone]
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 theIllinois.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 theIllinois.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:

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