Ivh-M Office Assistant

Kankakee, IL - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 3802 - 4880

Posted on: 11 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Requisition ID:51742
Closing Date: 12/08/2025
Agency:Department of Veterans Affairs
Class Title:OFFICE ASSISTANT - 30010
Skill Option:Keyboarding
Bilingual Option:None
Salary: $3802-$4880/monthly; Anticipated starting salary $3802/monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category:Full Time
County: Kankakee
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code:RC014 Clerical Employees AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:

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 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 youre helping to improve schools protect our natural resources or support families in need youre part of something biggersomething that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career youre looking for we offer jobs that fit your life and your scheduleflexible 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.

Essential Functions:

Performs complex computer work involving correspondence monthly publications program covers brochures posters forms volunteer and donor listings
Types and files a variety of correspondence records and documents completes routine material on own initiative
Answers telephone recording accurate and complete information from callers
Processes volunteer applications including background checks
Prepare requisitions and work order forms
Assists with layout of publications brochures flyers and posters
Prepares donor and member deposits for review
Operates office equipment; keeps equipment clean
Performs other duties as assigned or required 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 and one year of related office experience.
Requires the ability to keyboard accurately at 30 wpm
Ability to follow oral and/or written instructions
Ability to operate commonly used manual and automated office equipment and performing routine maintenance

Preferred Qualifications:

One (1) year experience of alpha-numeric sequencing
One (1) year experience of office practices procedures and programs
Ability to follow oral and/or written instructions
Ability to operate commonly used manual and automated office equipment and performing routine maintenance

Conditions of Employment:

Requires ability to pass a background check.
Requires ability to pass a drug screen and pre-employment physical.
Requires ability to meet all agency vaccine/health-related policies and guidance
Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties with overnight stays as appropriate.
Requires ability acquire and maintain Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate.
Requires ability to attend seminars conferences and trainings to stay current on methods tools ideologies or other industry related topics relevant to the job duties.
Requires use of agency-supplied equipment (mobile phone laptop etc.).

The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.

About the Agency:

The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs is a state agency designed to empower veterans and their families to thrive. We do this by assisting them in navigating the system of federal state and local resources and benefits providing long-term health care for eligible veterans in our Veterans Homes and partnering with other agencies and non-profits to help veterans address education mental health housing employment and other challenges. A career with the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs provides a rewarding and challenging opportunity for individuals. Working together we create partnerships and experiences that engage and inspire our fellow co-workers and the veterans and their family members that we serve every day.

Work Hours: 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Headquarter Location: 1 Veterans Dr Manteno Illinois 60950
Work County: Kankakee
Agency Contact:
Posting Group: Office & Administrative Support

This position DOES NOT contain Specialized Skills (as that term is used in CBAs).

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use the Apply button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

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If you have questions about how to apply please see the following resources:

State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees: on click Application Procedures in the footer of every page of the website.

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:

Job Requisition ID:51742Closing Date: 12/08/2025Agency:Department of Veterans AffairsClass Title:OFFICE ASSISTANT - 30010Skill Option:KeyboardingBilingual Option:NoneSalary: $3802-$4880/monthly; Anticipated starting salary $3802/monthlyJob Type: SalariedCategory:Full TimeCounty: KankakeeNumber of Va...