Job Description
Join Illinois' premier public service agency in an immediate hire opportunity! The Illinois Department of Human Services seeks a dynamic Administrative Specialist to support critical operations in our Chicago headquarters. This full-time role offers competitive benefits, pension plans, and the chance to serve communities across the state. Immediate start date available.
Why Join Us?
- Comprehensive health/dental/vision plans
- Pension and retirement savings options
- Generous paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement programs
- Work-life balance initiatives
Responsibilities
- Manage departmental correspondence and documentation
- Coordinate scheduling and meeting logistics for executive staff
- Maintain accurate databases and reporting systems
- Process administrative paperwork and compliance forms
- Support cross-departmental communication initiatives
- Assist in budget tracking and expense reporting
- Provide frontline customer service to internal/external stakeholders
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (Bachelor's preferred)
- 2+ years administrative support experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality
- Experience with state procurement systems preferred
- Valid Illinois driver's license (if travel required)
- U.S. citizenship required for state employment