DOC Sheridan CC Office Assistant - Mailroom

State of Illinois • Sheridan, IL

5d • $4,080 - $5,254 • Onsite

About The Position

The Illinois Department of Corrections is hiring an Office Assistant at Sheridan Correctional Center. This position processes incoming and outgoing mail for individuals in custody and staff, receives mail and packages from delivery services, keyboards a variety of materials, answers calls during peak periods, and maintains records of postage usage. The role is based fully in the office and works 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with Saturday and Sunday off. The position is represented by a union, and the applicable collective bargaining agreement applies.

Requirements

• High school completion or equivalent knowledge, skill, and mental development.
• One year of related office experience.
• Ability to keyboard accurately at 35 words per minute.
• Ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
• Ability to pass a drug screen.
• Ability to use digital technology, tools, platforms, and processes to support departmental operations.
• Compliance with employer vaccine and other medical standards.

Responsibilities

• Process incoming and outgoing mail for individuals in custody and staff.
• Receive mail and packages from delivery services such as UPS and FedEx.
• Keyboard correspondence, reports, and other documents that are handwritten or dictated from recordings.
• Answer calls during peak periods.
• Maintain records of postage usage.
• Perform other duties reasonably within the scope of the listed duties.

Benefits

• Health, life, vision, and dental insurance
• Retirement plan and deferred compensation
• Paid state holidays
• Paid personal business days
• Paid sick days
• Paid vacation time
• Pre-tax benefit programs
• Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources
• Training and career advancement opportunities
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Pension plan
• Retirement awards that include health insurance during retirement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED