Legislative Receptionist

Illinois House of Representatives•Springfield, IL

2d•$42,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Illinois House of Representatives seeks a legislative receptionist, within the Office of the Clerk, to provide clerical and administrative support for members of the House of Representatives. This position is located in Springfield, Illinois.

Requirements

High school degree or equivalent (some college preferred);
One-year prior experience in a receptionist or office assistant role preferred;
Knowledge of Microsoft Office and GSuite;
Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Some college education
One-year prior experience in a receptionist or office assistant role

Responsibilities

Receiving, screening, and routing correspondence and telephone calls;
Communicating with the members’ district office personnel and other assigned staff;
Taking complete messages and ensuring messages are directed to the appropriate party;
Professionally greeting constituents and visitors of the Capitol Complex;
Directing the public to the appropriate offices they seek;
Running basic errands on the Capitol Complex, such as delivering paperwork;
Copying and emailing documents;
Discretely handling confidential information;
Providing additional administrative support to members as needed;
Other tasks as assigned.