LCA MIS ASSISTANT (Rantoul, IL, US, 61866)

Experience Champaign Urbana; Rantoul (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Military Affairs is seeking an LCA MIS Assistant III to maintain IT systems, oversee network operations, and support department hardware/software upgrades. The role requires college coursework in CS or equivalent IT experience and may involve DoD certification activities.

It offers a path for specialized technical growth within Illinois government. The position is full time with required flex schedule, located at 212 W Borman Dr, Rantoul, IL, and entails working closely with

Qualifications

• Requires two years of college with computer science coursework or equivalent professional IT experience.
• 1 year experience in network administration/supervision.
• MCSA/MCSE Microsoft certifications preferred.
• Pearson VUE Administration Certification within six months of employment date.
• DOD Information Systems require IAT Level I Certification (A+ preferred) or ability to obtain within six months of employment date (DOD 8570.01-M).

Responsibilities

• Maintains computer/ADP systems, including local area networks.
• Performs computer upgrades including software/hardware upgrades and repairs within in-house capabilities.
• Assists departments with hardware/software selection and requirements, providing cost analysis for new tech.
• Updates, modifies, and designs new applications for administrative data processing and monitoring.
• Conducts reviews of computer technology developments and prepares long-range forecasts for agency applications.

Skills

Network administration

Education

Two years of college with CS coursework

Tools

ADP systems

Job description

Job Requisition ID: 57984

Closing Date: 08/28/2026

Agency: Department of Military Affairs

Class Title: LCA MIS ASSISTANT III (79455)

Salary: Min. $67,970 Max. $88,356 Anticipated annual salary: $67,970

Job Type: Salaried

Category: Full Time

County: Ford; Champaign; DeWitt; Douglas; Edgar; Effingham; Iroquois; Kankakee; McLean; Piatt; Vermilion

Number of Vacancies: 1

Bargaining Unit Code: None

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THIS IS A PERSONAL SERVICE CONTRACT -

CONTRACT EMPLOYEES HAVE NO MEDICAL OR DENTAL INSURANCE AT THIS TIME

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Essential Function 1

1. Maintains computer/ADP systems, including local area networks.
2. Performs computer upgrades to include upgrading of software and hardware; performs repairs on computers and peripherals within the scope of in-house capabilities.
3. Oversees the implementation of technology by assisting departments with the selection and utilization of hardware and software, researching and evaluating new applications and providing technical requirements and comparative cost analysis regarding new software and hardware requirements.
4. Updates, modifies, and designs new applications for administrative data processing, student instruction, and monitoring.
5. Conducts reviews of computer technological developments and prepares long range forecasts of developments relevant to agency applications.

Minimum Qualifications 1

• 1. Requires the knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to the completion of 2 years of college with preferred coursework in computer science and/or requires significant professional and technical experience in the information systems field.
• 2. Requires 1 year experience in network administration/supervision.

Preferred Qualifications 1

• 1. MCSA/MCSE Microsoft certifications preferred.
• 2. Pearson VUE Administration Certification within six (6) months of employment date.
• 3. DOD Information Systems require Information Assurance Technical (IAT) Level I Certification (A+ preferred) or ability to obtain certification within six (6) months of employment date in accordance with DOD 8570.01-M.

Employment Condition 1

• Requires the ability to pass a DoD background investigation.
• Requires a valid driver’s license in the appropriate classification as required by law.
• Required to work a flex work schedule including weekends and evenings when necessary to meet agency needs.
• Required to adhere to organizational grooming standards and present a professional appearance while wearing organizational issued, activity appropriate attire while on shift. This position is considered medium work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(c)). Medium work involves lifting no more than 50 pounds at a time with frequent lifting or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

Work Hours: 8 Hours - 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Can vary based on mission requirements

Work Location: 212 W Borman Dr, Rantoul, Illinois, 61866

*NOTE: The Department of Military Affairs does not discriminate against any individual because of his or her race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or unfavorable discharge from military service in connection with employment, real estate transactions, access to financial credit, and the availability of public accommodations in compliance with the Illinois Human Rights Act, the Illinois Constitution, Title VI of the 1964 Civil Rights Acts, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the U.S. Constitution. The Equal Employment Opportunity Office is responsible for compliance and may be reached at 217/557-5667.