ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT II

Administrative Assistant II

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents ? Additional Documents section for each application. Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.

Sponsorship for Employment The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students. To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

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Position Summary Are you looking to build a meaningful career in public service? The Illinois Department of Central Management Services (CMS) is seeking a highly motivated Administrative Assistant to support the Director's Office. In this role, you will serve as the primary personnel liaison, vehicle coordinator, and timekeeper for the Director's Office. You will help manage the Director's calendar, coordinate sensitive information, and ensure that all confidential materials are handled with consistency, quality, and timeliness. Qualified candidates must possess the equivalent of four years of college and at least two years of professional experience. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational and time?management skills, the ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast?paced environment, effective analytical and problem?solving capabilities, at least two years of professional human resources experience, and experience gathering data, preparing reports, and supporting smooth office operations. If you're detail?oriented, proactive, and committed to supporting effective government operations, we encourage you to apply.

About the Agency Central Management Services (CMS) is the State of Illinois' central operational support agency, the team that keeps government running smoothly behind the scenes. We provide the essential services that enable more than 80 agencies, boards, and commissions to serve the people of Illinois effectively. As the backbone of state operations, CMS delivers high?quality, reliable, and forward?thinking services that help government programs work efficiently and meet the needs of residents statewide. Our vision is to be the trusted partner dedicated to the success of the State of Illinois through service, optimization, and inclusion. Our mission is to be the accessible agency that delivers essential, effective, and efficient services to State agencies and the people of Illinois. Our core values are: Trusted, Strategic, Effective, Innovative, Responsive, and Inclusive. Through strategic leadership CMS plays a vital role in strengthening the effectiveness of Illinois State government. CMS provides a broad portfolio of statewide services through specialized bureaus such as: Administrative Hearings African Descent-Citizens Reparations Commission Statewide Benefits Communication and Information Diversity and Inclusion Fleet Administration Labor Relations Operational Excellence Statewide Personnel Property Management Strategic Sourcing Surplus Equipment Control CMS also operates internal service bureaus that support our agency's own effectiveness and efficiency, including: Internal Audit Finance and Management Government Affairs Human Resources Legal Services Strategic Transformation Professionals who join CMS become part of a mission?driven organization committed to continuous improvement and public service excellence. CMS offers the opportunity to contribute to impactful statewide initiatives, collaborate with skilled and talented colleagues, shape strategic improvements across Illinois government, and support the operational foundation that allows state agencies to better serve the residents of Illinois. CMS is a place for people who want their work to matter; where innovation, service, and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do.

State of Illinois Benefits As a State of Illinois employee, you receive a comprehensive benefits package including: Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans. Flexible work schedules (when available and dependent upon position). 10 -25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment). 12 days of paid sick time annually which carryover year to year. 3 paid personal business days per year. 13-14 paid holidays per year dependent on election years. 12 weeks of paid parental leave. Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System. Deferred Compensation Program voluntary supplemental retirement plan. Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP). Tuition Reimbursement Program and Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility.

Work Hours: Monday- Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Headquarter Location: 401 S Spring St, Springfield, Illinois, 62706

Work County: Sangamon

CMS Human Resources Agency Contact: Elizabeth Bolton Email : View email address on click.appcast.io Phone #: View phone number on click.appcast.io

Job Family: Office & Administrative Support

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Use the "Apply" button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process. If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so. State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. Non-State employees should log in on the using the "View Profile" link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account. 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 Illinois.jobs2web.com 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: View email address on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io