Job Description
Join Illinois' premier public service team as an Administrative Specialist in downtown Chicago! Enjoy the stability of state employment with weekly paychecks, comprehensive benefits, and career advancement opportunities. We're seeking detail-oriented professionals to support critical government operations in a dynamic environment.
This full-time position offers:
- Competitive salary with weekly direct deposit
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
- Generous paid time off and state holidays
- Pension plan with employer contributions
- Professional development programs
Responsibilities
- Manage departmental records and documentation systems
- Process financial transactions and expense reports
- Coordinate inter-agency communications and meetings
- Support grant application and compliance processes
- Prepare reports and data analysis for leadership review
- Ensure compliance with state regulations and policies
- Train staff on administrative procedures
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Public Administration or related field
- 2+ years of government or administrative experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, Word)
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to obtain and maintain security clearance
- Knowledge of Illinois state procurement processes
- Valid Illinois driver's license