Job Description
Join the City of Chicago's dedicated public service team as a Government Administrative Specialist with weekend shift availability. This stable, long-term position offers competitive benefits, retirement plans, and the opportunity to serve your community while maintaining work-life balance. We're seeking detail-oriented professionals to support critical municipal operations during weekend hours.
Why Apply?
- Comprehensive health and retirement benefits
- Tuition reimbursement programs
- Union representation and job security
- Impactful work directly serving Chicago residents
Responsibilities
- Manage weekend document processing, record maintenance, and data entry for municipal departments
- Provide in-person and telephone constituent support during weekend hours
- Coordinate interdepartmental communications and weekend operational logistics
- Ensure compliance with city regulations, privacy laws, and record-keeping standards
- Assist with weekend public service counter operations and permit processing
- Prepare weekend activity reports and maintain accurate departmental logs
- Support emergency response coordination protocols as needed
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; associate's degree preferred
- 2+ years administrative experience in government or public sector
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and government databases
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
- Ability to work independently during weekend shifts (Sat/Sun 6am-2pm)
- Valid Illinois driver's license (may be required for departmental travel)
- Clear background check and drug screening required
- Spanish bilingual skills highly desirable