OFFICE ASSOCIATE

State of Illinois; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Illinois Department of Human Services in Chicago, IL seeks an Office Associate to perform a variety of clerical and secretarial duties, including keyboarding documents and managing records. The role requires basic education and two years of office experience, with a 45 wpm keyboard speed.

The position is salaried, with an anticipated hybrid schedule and a headquarters location at 11203 S Ellis Ave, Chicago. The job is unionized under RC014 Clerical Employees, AFSCME.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of high school.
• Requires two (2) years of office experience.
• Requires the ability to keyboard accurately at a rate of 45 wpm.

Responsibilities

• Keyboards a wide variety of complex memos, reports and correspondence involving medical, technical, and legal terminology.
• Prepares and maintains complex, highly specialized records and reports.
• Receives telephone calls and emails, determines the nature of the calls and emails, directs inquiries to appropriate staff.
• Maintains and organizes client appeal files, records, and reports documents pertinent to hearing.
• Provides clerical office support.
• Receives and distributes mail, manual releases, and memos.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Skills

Typing 45 wpm

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Requisition ID: 59276
Opening Date: 10/09/2026
Closing Date: 10/23/2026
Agency: Department of Human Services
Class Title: OFFICE ASSOCIATE - 30015
Skill Option: Keyboarding
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Salary: $4,144 - $5,429 per month ($49,728 - $65,148 per year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC014 Clerical Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:
Work Hours: Monday - Fri, 8:30am - 5:00pm, 1-hour unpaid lunch
Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability: It is required that a person reports to the headquarters on this job position as necessary (could be weekly, monthly, or other schedule) dependent on operational need
Headquarter Location: 11203 S Ellis Ave, Chicago, Illinois, 60628

Family & Community Services

Region 1 South

Clerical

Roseland FCRC/Cook County
Work County: Cook
Agency Contact: [e-mail]

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

While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.

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

The Division of Family and Community Services is seeking to hire a position to perform a variety of complex, specialized clerical, and secretarial functions. Under direction, performs a variety of complex, specialized clerical duties for supervisory staff, keyboards documents, processes records and performs general office support functions involving related steps, processes and/or methods requiring application of agency policies and procedures; determines work methods and procedures to complete assignments; provides information/assistance to explain/clarify rules, processes or procedures.

Essential Functions

• Keyboards a wide variety of complex memos, reports and correspondence involving medical, technical, and legal terminology.
• Prepares and maintains complex, highly specialized records and reports.
• Receives telephone calls and emails, determines the nature of the calls and emails, directs inquiries to appropriate staff.
• Maintains and organizes client appeal files, records, and reports documents pertinent to hearing.
• Provides clerical office support.
• Receives and distributes mail, manual releases, and memos.
• 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 two (2) years of office experience.
• Requires the ability to keyboard accurately at a rate of 45 wpm.

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Human Services uplifts individuals and communities across Illinois. Our mission is to respond to the needs of all people in Illinois so they can lead healthy, safe, and enriched lives. Our vision is the future we are shaping with dignity and the well-being for everyone in Illinois. Our values are the principles that guide us as we work to remove systematic barriers and create lasting opportunities with Compassion, Accessibility, Responsibility, and Equity.

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)
  • Benefit time modified for part-time, 12-hour, & non-standard 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://cms.illinois.gov/benefits/stateemployee.html

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