DOC Stateville CC Office Assistant - Mailroom
About The Position
The Department of Corrections (IDOC) is seeking to hire an Office Assistant for the Stateville Correctional Center. This role is responsible for managing incoming and outgoing mail, operating postage equipment, and ensuring correct mailroom procedures for packages. The position also involves receiving and routing periodicals and books for review and approval, and completing incident reports. This is a full-time, salaried position located in Crest Hill, Illinois, and requires the ability to work fully in-office. The IDOC is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and offers a comprehensive benefits package and career advancement opportunities.
Requirements
- Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of high school and one (1) year of related office experience.
- Requires ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check.
- Requires ability to pass a drug screen.
- Required to utilize digital technology, tools, platforms, and processes in managing and supporting various digital enhancements for greater efficiency, productivity, and digital transformation efforts within the department.
- Applicants are required to abide by all vaccine and/or other medical standards as set out by the employer.
Nice To Haves
- While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended.
Responsibilities
- Receives incoming and outgoing mail.
- Prepares mail by operating postage equipment and verifying correct mailroom procedures for packages and mail.
- Receives and routes newspapers, magazines, and books to the Publication Review Committee for review and approval prior to distribution to individuals in custody.
- Completes incident reports upon discovery of contraband items or other unusual incidents.
- Perform other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Benefits
- Health, life, vision, and dental insurance
- Pension Plan – vesting at 10 years for Tier II
- Full 20-year retirement awards free health insurance during retirement
- Deferred compensation and other pre-tax benefits programs
- Paid state holidays (13-14 days annually)
- 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)
- Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
