OFFICE COORDINATOR

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services; Deerfield (IL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized Data Coordinator/Secretary to support administrative operations, generate reports, and manage data for the unit. The role emphasizes accuracy, timeliness, and effective communication within a busy state agency.

The position is salaried, with the organization offering competitive benefits and a pension program. Ideal candidates will have strong clerical skills and the ability to prepare comprehensive reports for the

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge/skill and mental development equivalent to two years of secretarial/business college or completion of high school and two years of related office experience or two years of independent business experience.

Responsibilities

• Serves as Data Coordinator/Secretary.
• Prepares forms and reports of team statistics from multiple information sources.
• Serves as secretary to the unit.
• Develops weekly, monthly, and ad hoc reports for the Administrator with data tables, charts, and graphs.
• Provides general clerical support for the Administrator as assigned.
• Serves as timekeeper.

Skills

Computer Systems

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; two years secretarial/business college

Job description

Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as a Data Coordinator/Secretary. DCFS offers a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits, and a pension program. The ideal candidate for this position will have excellent organizational skills and communication capabilities. We invite you to join our innovative team to help make a positive difference in the lives of the children and families of Illinois.

Compensation and Details

• Job Requisition ID:**57763**
• Opening Date:**08/03/2026**
• Closing Date:**08/17/2026**
• Agency:**Department of Children and Family Services**
• Class Title:**OFFICE COORDINATOR - 30025**
• Skill Option:**Computer Systems**
• Bilingual Option:**None**
• Salary:**Anticipated Starting Salary $4,272/mo; Full Range $4,272 - $5,641/mo.**
• Job Type:**Salaried**
• Category:**Full Time**
• County:**Cook**
• Number of Vacancies:**1**
• Bargaining Unit Code:**RC014 Clerical Employees, AFSCME**
• Merit Comp Code:**

Position Context

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

Operational Notes

• All applicants who want to be considered for this position must apply electronically through the Illinois jobs site via the Illinois.jobs2web and SuccessFactors portals as applicable.

What We Value

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. We offer jobs with a generous total compensation package that fits 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 Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as a Data Coordinator/Secretary. DCFS offers a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits, and a pension program. The ideal candidate for this position will have excellent organizational skills and communication capabilities. We invite you to join our innovative team to help make a positive difference in the lives of the children and families of Illinois.

Essential Functions

• Serves as Data Coordinator/Secretary.
• Prepares various forms and reports of team statistics, exercising judgment in conducting involved searches by accessing various sources of information.
• Serves as secretary to the unit.
• Utilizing the ability to integrate applications and prepare comprehensive reports, data tables, charts, and graphs, develops weekly, monthly, and ad hoc reports for the Administrator.
• Provides general clerical support for the Administrator as assigned.
• Serves as timekeeper.
• 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 two years of secretarial/business college or completion of high school and two years of related office experience or two years of independent business experience.