Job Description
Join the Illinois Department of Human Services as a Temporary Administrative Assistant and make an immediate impact in public service. This role offers competitive daily pay with flexible scheduling while supporting critical state operations. Enjoy stability through government employment with opportunities for extension based on performance and agency needs.
Why Join Us?
- Immediate daily compensation
- Comprehensive state benefits package
- Professional development opportunities
- Work-life balance with predictable schedules
- Convenient downtown Chicago location
Responsibilities
- Manage incoming communications and prioritize department correspondence
- Process confidential documents with strict adherence to state protocols
- Support agency operations through data entry and record maintenance
- Coordinate meetings and maintain departmental calendars
- Assist with public inquiries using established procedures
- Prepare routine reports and administrative documentation
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on special projects
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (college degree preferred)
- Minimum 1 year administrative support experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Ability to pass state background check and fingerprinting
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational abilities with attention to detail
- U.S. citizenship and Illinois residency required
- Basic knowledge of public sector operations preferred