Administrative Assistant I Office Of The Public Defender (Afscme 3696) Palmer House Chicago Job Fair
Job Location:
Chicago, IL - USA
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Job Summary
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Provides logistical support and administrative assistance to one or more supervisors or professional staff members. Handles routine business situations problems and questions of procedure in the work of the office according to general instructions priorities policies and program goals. Acts as team leader for a small localized or specialized group of other clerical support personnel. Coordinates the distribution of work and delivery of services. Performs other duties as assigned.
The Offices Under the President will seek to fill the position by means of the Job Fair process.
JOB FAIR DATE & LOCATION
Wednesday May 27 2026
9:30am to 4pm
Palmer House Hilton Chicago
124 S Wabash Avenue Chicago IL 60603
Qualified applicants will be offered interviews at the Job Fair.
Applicants must interview in-person during the job fair as time permits. Limited spots are available. Pre-registration for the fair is highly encouraged through the event link. On-site registration is also available.
Bring your ID to apply in person.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. Certificate is required.
- Two (2) years of full-time clerical/administrative work experienceis required.
Candidates who are contacted will be required to produce original required documents (e.g. current drivers license diploma school transcript certifications etc.) listed on the Notice of Job Opportunity within five (5) days of beingextended an offer in writing by the Bureau Chief of BHR (or designee). Candidates will be notified of how to submit required documents.
Thedutieslistedarenotsetforth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employees normal line of work.
*Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States territories and Canada must be credentialed by either the World Education Services (WES) or Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE).
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other software applications.
Proficiency in the use and application of basic mathematical skills and calculations relative to office bookkeeping and statistical records.
Good attention to detail ability to proof verify and edit complex data transcribe and cross reference data from databases and documents.
Ability to follow-up in a thorough and timely manner on assignments and unresolved business.
Thorough knowledge of correct business legal and/or other technical language usage punctuation and grammar and their proper application to business forms letters records and reports where applicable.
Skill and accuracy in the organization and maintenance of extensive files.
Good communication skills with the ability to gather information from others and make inquiries. Ability to convey information and explain or describe basic office policy and procedure to others.
Skill in exercising sound judgment discretion and tact relative to problems or situations including staff or external customers.
Ability to understand and carry out instructions written and verbal and accurately relate such instructions in full or part to others.
Ability to coordinate several tasks and performs well under pressure; ability to fill in for and perform the duties of lower level clerical staff; ability to relieve higher-level secretarial or administrative staff.
Light Work
Light Work involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally or up to 10 pounds of force frequently or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift carry push pull or otherwise move objects. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount a job/occupation is rated Light Work when it requires: (1) walking or standing to a significant degree; (2) sitting most of the time while pushing or pulling arm or leg controls; or (3) working at a production rate pace while constantly pushing or pulling materials even though the weight of the materials is negligible.
- MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION.
- IDENTIFY THEMSELVES AS A VETERAN ON THEIR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION BY ANSWERING YES TO THE QUESTION Are you a military veteran
- ATTACH A COPY OF THEIR DD 214 DD 215 or NGB 22 (NOTICE OF SEPARATION) AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING. IF YOU HAVE MULTIPLE DD 214S 215S OR NGB 22S PLEASE SUBMIT THE ONE WITH THE LATEST DATE. COAST GUARD MUST SUBMIT A CERTIFIED COPY OF THE MILITARY SEPARATION FROM EITHER THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (BEFORE 911) OR THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY (AFTER 911).
The Cook County Department of Veterans Affairs can assist you with obtaining a certified DD214 and having it recorded for you at no charge. Please contact
Group and Voluntary Benefits Offered:
Medical Dental and Vision
Basic Term Life Insurance
Pension Plan
Deferred Compensation Program
Employee Assistance Program
Paid Holidays Vacation and Sick Time
Voluntary Benefits
You May Qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
For further information on our excellent benefits package please click on the following link: Range: $24.654/ HOURLY
*This position requiressuccessful completion of post-offer tests which may include a background check drug screen and medical examination.
Falsification of any information in the application process will result in disqualification dismissal after hire and/or placement on the Countys Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. For current County employees such falsification may result in discipline up to and including termination and placement on the Countys Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. See Cook County Code of Ordinances Article II Sections 44-54 Unlawful Practices Relating to Employees and Employment - Penalty 44-56 Political Discrimination; Cook County Employment Plan Section V.N. Pre-Interview License and Certification Verification; Supplemental Policy No. 2014-2.13 Ineligible for Rehire List; and Cook County Personnel Rules 3.3(b) (7) (d)
EEO Statement
Cook County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Cook County prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race color sex age religion disability national origin ancestry sexual orientation marital status parental status source of income housing status military service or discharge status gender identity genetic information or any other protected category established by law statute or ordinance as further defined in Chapter 44. Human Resources Article II. Personnel Polices Section 44-53 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances and Chapter 42. Human Relations Article II. Human Rights Section 42-35 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances.
NOTE: As an internal candidate should you be offered the position salary allocations shall abide by the Cook County Personnel Rules.
*Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Social Media Disclaimer
The Countys hiring process is governed by the Cook County Employment Plan which prohibits employment actions from being influenced by any Political Reasons or Factors for Non-Exempt Positions. The advertisement of this position by any individual does not constitute an offer or promise of employment promotion or any other employment action and shall not influence the Countys hiring decision. Cook County officials and employees who become aware of or receive a complaint that involves an allegation of Political Reasons or Factors being considered in the hiring process of Non-Exempt positions are obligated to refer the complaint to the Cook County - Office of the Inspector General. If the Cook County Inspector General sustains allegations of Political Reasons or Factors being considered Cook County will disqualify the Applicant or Candidate from consideration for employment and disciplinary action will be imposed on any involved Cook County employees if applicable.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
