OFFICE ASSOCIATE
- Pay
- $49,728 – $65,148 per year
- Location
- Carbondale, IL
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- OFFICE ASSOCIATE
We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome
Salary
- Anticipated Salary: $4,144-$5,429/month ($49,728-$65,148/year)
- Job Type: Salaried
- Category: Full Time
- Number of Vacancies: 1
- Bargaining Unit Code: RC014 Clerical Employees, AFSCME
- Merit Comp Code: Work Hours
- : Mon-Fri, 8:30am-5pm, 1 hour unpaid lunch
- Anticipated Hybrid Work Schedule Availability
: It is required that a person reports to the headquarters on this job position as necessary (could be weekly, monthly, or other schedule) dependent on operational need
- Headquarter Location
- : 2471 W Main St, Carbondale, Illinois, 62901
- Division of Family and Community Services
- Region 5
- Clerical
- Jackson Office, Jackson County
- Work County
- : Jackson
Agency Contact
This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the
Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.
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.
Position Overview
Under direction, serves as a receptionist in a local office in the Division of Family & Community Services, Department of Human Services (DHS). Performs a variety of difficult and responsible clerical functions and assistance including filing, keyboarding, record processing, secretarial and general office support.
Essential Functions
- Keyboards a wide variety of complex memos, reports and correspondence involving medical, technical, and legal terminology.
- Prepares and maintains complex, highly specialized records and reports.
- Receives telephone calls and emails, determines the nature of the calls and emails, directs inquiries to appropriate staff.
- Maintains and organizes client appeal files, records, and reports documents pertinent to hearing.
- Provides clerical office support.
- Receives and distributes mail, manual releases, and memos.
- Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of high school.
- Requires two (2) years of office experience.
- Requires ability to keyboard at 45 wpm.
A Pension Program
- Competitive Group Insurance Benefits including Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance
- 3 Paid Personal Business Days annually
- 12 Paid Sick days annually (Sick days carry over from year to year)
- 10-25 days of Paid Vacation time annually - (10 days in year one of employment)
- Benefit time modified for part-time, 12-hour, & non-standard work schedules (as applicable)
- 13 Paid Holidays annually, 14 on even numbered years
- Flexible Work Schedules (when available dependent upon position)
- 12 Weeks Paid Parental Leave
- Deferred Compensation Program - A supplemental retirement plan
Optional Pre-Tax Programs such as Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP), Dependent Care Assistance Plan (DCAP)
Benefits
GI Bill® Training/Apprenticeship Benefits eligibility for qualifying Veterans:
5% Salary Differential for Bilingual Positions
Benefits
For more information about our benefits please follow this link:
This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).
Application Instructions
If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:
- State employees: Detailed application instructions can be found in the Current Employee Guide at
- Application Procedures or by logging in to the career portal for State employees and viewing the instructions on
- Completing the Electronic Application.
- Non-State employees: Detailed application instructions can be found in the External Applicant Guide at
- Application Procedures or from
Illinois.jobs2web.com
- click
- Application Resources in the footer of every page of the website.
- Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of the posting to begin the application process. If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.
- State employees should sign in via the Employee Login link in the top right of the
- Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon to sign in to their career portal.
- Non-State employees should click the Sign Up link in the top right of the
- Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon to sign in to an existing external account or to create a new external account.
- State employees should include temporary assignment in the application profile. Temporary assignment verification forms can be uploaded to the Additional Documents section.
- The main form of communication will be through email.
- Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s).
- You may receive emails from the following addresses:
- Nearest Major Market: Carbondale
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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.
About the Agency
The Illinois Department of Human Services uplifts individuals and communities across Illinois. Our mission is to respond to the needs of all people in Illinois so they can lead healthy, safe, and enriched lives. Our vision is the future we are shaping with dignity and the well-being for everyone in Illinois. Our values are the principles that guide us as we work to remove systemic barriers and create lasting opportunities with Compassion, Accessibility, Responsibility, and Equity.
As a State of Illinois employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:
Equal opportunity and legal notices
The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process.
Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.
To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under
My Documents → Additional Documents section for each application.
Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at
Sponsorship for Employment
The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Disclosure of Salary Information
In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history. To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials.
- Date: Nov 6, 2026
- Location: Carbondale, IL, US, 62901
- Job Requisition ID: 60055
- Job Requisition ID: 60055
- Opening Date: 11/12/2026
- Closing Date: 11/25/2026
- Agency: Department of Human Services
- Class Title: OFFICE ASSOCIATE - 30015
- Skill Option: Keyboarding
- Bilingual Option: None
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