International Programs Administrator

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Date:
Sep 3, 2026

Location:

Chicago, IL, US, 60661

Job Requisition

Opening Date: 09/03/2026

Closing Date: 09/18/2026

Agency:
Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity

Class

Title:

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT II - 00502

Skill Option:
None

Bilingual Option:
None

Salary:
Anticipated Starting Salary $6,242 monthly;
Full Range $6,242 - $9,021 monthly

Job Type: Salaried

Category:
Full Time

County:
Cook

Number of Vacancies: 1

Bargaining Unit Code: RC028 Paraprofessional Human Services Employees, AFSCME

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.

Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, Office of Trade and Investment, is seeking a highly skilled and trusted professional to serve as its International Office Coordinator (Administrative Assistant II). This position plays a central role in supporting the agency’s international mission by providing executive-level coordination, operational support, and strategic assistance to the Deputy Director. The International Office Coordinator serves as a key advisor and operational partner to the Deputy Director, managing sensitive and confidential communications, interpreting and implementing policy, and coordinating complex administrative and programmatic activities.

The role…