Vault Security and Operations Specialist

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JOB OPPORTUNITY ANNOUNCEMENT

Position Title: Vault Security and Operations Specialist

Division: Unclaimed Property

Classification: Exempt

Location: Springfield

Salary: $50,000

Position Summary:

The Vault and Safekeeping Specialist documents and maintains all tangible unclaimed property submitted to the State Treasurer's Office for safekeeping. This position is responsible for checking property in and out of the facility, processing property and cash, maintaining property inventory, preparing property for delivery, assisting with all aspects of Unclaimed Property auctions. This position requires the adherence and enforcement of rules to protect the premises and property of the State of Illinois and its constituents; and provides confidential administrative support to the Examinations Audit Manager. Attendance is an essential function of this position.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Schedules delivery, inventory, reconciling and storage of unclaimed safe deposit boxes.
• Provides confidential administrative support to the Manger of Vault Security and Operations.
• Helps management ensure that vault staff is following all established policies, procedures, and guidelines, and follows up on all issues to ensure quality control is maintained.
• Assists in all aspects of recording items collected and the reconciling of all items and cash processed using approved methods and documentation.
• Ensures error free and accurate cataloging of property into database and maintains accurate computer records to reflect current and correct information.
• Monitors and verifies location of property of safe deposit box claims held in vault.
• Returns property to owners when claims are appropriately processed and approved.
• Supports all aspects of online and live auction workflows, including working with vendors to obtain appraisals and other key information in preparation of auction items.
• Works with management and software vendor in problem resolution and system enhancement.
• Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably related to the duties enumerated above.

Specific Skills :

• Cash handling experience in the secure logistics or banking industry.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office products including high proficiency in Excel.
• High attention to detail and ability to work independently and as a team player in a deadline oriented environment. Ability to listen and communicate effectively and understand policies and procedures.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to maintain satisfactory working relationships and communicate effectively with all levels of staff and the general public.
• Physical ability to perform repetitive movements, sit, stand, walk and bend and ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and pull/push carts weight up to 1000 lbs.
• Ability to work in an enclosed high security setting and maintain confidentiality.

Education and Work Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Business, Accounting or other related field; minimum of 3 years experience in at least one of the following: cash handling, inventory control; deposit processing, vault balancing, account reconciliation, ATM Processing, cashier experience, or teller experience OR any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to carry out the duties of the position.

Application Process: Please visit to apply by completing the online application, upload a resume and letter of interest.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the United States.

Applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital or veteran status, or the presence of a non-job related medical condition or disability.

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