at Illinois Department of Children & Family Services in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Title: Office Associate
Agency : Department of Children and Family Services
Closing Date/Time: 11/21/2025
Salary: $4004 - $5245 monthly. Anticipated starting salary $4004.
Job Type: Salaried County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Plan/BU: RC014
This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.
Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.
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.
No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit 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.
Agency Statement & Essential Functions
DCFS offers a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits, and a pension program. We invite you to join our innovative team to help make a positive difference in the lives of the children and families of Illinois.
- Serves as Case Assignment/Placement Unit Support.
- Maintains unit files consisting of open and closed unit records, inter- and intra- office memoranda, bulletins, letters, policy and procedures updates, etc.
- Answers incoming phone calls and greets visitors.
- Receives, sorts, and date stamps incoming mail and faxes and distributes to appropriate staff, which requires accessing tickler files (manual or automated) to determine appropriate distribution.
- Conducts complex timekeeping and payroll functions utilizing automated office equipment and technology.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
