Administrative Assistant III - District 2 - Skokie

Administrative Assistant III (#483)Reports to: Office ManagerGrade/Step: 13Salary: $56,018Status: Full-Time/UnionLevel: Entry (This may vary for current employees)Location: Skokie Courthouse/5600 Old Orchard RdBureau: Administrative ServicesApplication deadline: October 31, 2026Primary Functions: Provide administrative support to the Assistant State's Attorney's assigned to the Skokie Courthouse.Working Environment: Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.Physical Requirements:Light Work: The position requires the ability to stand or walk frequently, often for extended periods. You may need to lift, carry, push, or pull objects weighing up to 20 pounds regularly, and occasionally heavier items. The job may also involve a significant amount of walking or standing relative to sedentary roles.Duties and Responsibilities:Type subpoenas, motions, answers, and pen lettersCreate various types of case files and other correspondence as required.Enter new and update case information in CRIMES database.Maintain statistics and provide monthly reports of district cases.Run criminal background checks/run report in LEADS 2000, I-Clear and CRIMES database.Utilize LEADS to conduct background checks for court proceedings, jury lists, bonds, recidivous, and expungements.Distribute mail, copy, scan, and email.File all paperwork and disposition of case files.Maintain disposed case file Excel spreadsheets in SharePoint.Answer phones and assist walk-ins.Prepare and maintain police department subpoena/court order requests and outside entity returns for Grand JuryInteracts with outside partner agencies.Perform other duties as assigned.Qualifications:Required:The candidate must have excellent communication and organizational skills, and have the ability to multi-taskProficiency in Microsoft Office applicationsPreferred:Working knowledge of CRIMES, NICE, and SharePointTyping speed of 40+wpmEqual Employment OpportunityEEO Message: The Cook County State's Attorney's Office (CCSAO) is an equal opportunity employer, which seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. The CCSAO does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Upon request, the CCSAO will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals due to a disability or pregnancy. The EEOP report can be found on our website.