Office Associate

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized and energetic individual for the Placement Clearance Desk Worker role in Sangamon County. This full-time salaried position involves processing background checks, reviewing printouts, and handling placement clearances to support SACWIS operations.

The role requires attention to detail and reliability in a union environment, with a starting salary of $4,144 per month and a full range up to $5,429 per month.

Qualifications

• Experience handling background checks and reviewing printouts.
• Attention to detail and ability to process placement clearances.

Responsibilities

• Serves as Placement Clearance Desk Worker.
• Processes background checks and reviews printouts.
• Checks the Placement Clearance Desk emailbox and fax for waivers and holds.
• Responds to calls from staff requesting information on placement clearances, holds, background checks, and RINs.
• Maintains LEADS Log and LEADS certification.
• Performs other duties within the defined scope as needed.

Skills

Keyboarding

Job description

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Information, Please See

• DCFS, STATE CENTRAL REGISTER, OFFICE ASSOCIATE -Rotation B1
• 8am-4:30pm shift
• Job Requisition ID: 58040
• Opening Date: 08/10/2026
• Closing Date: 08/24/2026
• Agency: Department of Children and Family Services
• Class Title: OFFICE ASSOCIATE - 30015
• Skill Option: Keyboarding
• Bilingual Option: None
• Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $4144 monthly; Full Range $4144-$5429 monthly
• Job Type: Salaried
• Category: Full Time
• County: Sangamon
• Number of Vacancies: 1
• Bargaining Unit Code: RC014 Clerical Employees, AFSCME

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

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 youre helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, youre part of something biggersomething that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career youre looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your scheduleflexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize your 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

DCFS offers a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits, and a pension program. We invite you to join our innovative team to help make a positive difference in the lives of the children and families of Illinois.

The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and energetic individual to serve as a PLU PCD Worker. This position will conduct background checks and review printouts. This position provides a great opportunity for someone who is detail oriented and interested in playing a supporting role in the Departments call operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Serves as Placement Clearance Desk Worker.
• Processes background checks requested from the SACWIS LEADS Request Log by conducting criminal background checks and reviewing printouts.
• Regularly checks the Placement Clearance Desk (PCD) e-mailbox and fax for waivers and holds.
• Responds to calls from various department and purchase of service staff requesting information on placement clearances, holds, background checks, and Recipient Identification Number (RIN's)/temporary medical cards.
• Maintains LEADS Log of all inquiries made to the Law Enforcement Agencies Data System and maintains LEADS certification.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.