Office Associate

Office Associate

The Illinois State Police (ISP) Division of Criminal Investigation is seeking a detail oriented and service focused Office Associate to join our team. The Office Associate serves as the FOIA Coordinator for Zone 6, managing all FOIA requests and responding to inquiries across mail, phone, and email within required deadlines. The role maintains specialized, confidential investigative records and supports Zone 6 as the Alternate LEADS Agency Coordinator.

Additionally, this position provides front ‑ line office support, including receptionist duties, directing communications, and distributing incoming correspondence to staff.

The Illinois State Police offers a robust benefit package including:
Health, life, vision, and dental insurance. 12 weeks paid maternity/paternity leave. Pension Plan Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs. Employees earn twelve (12) paid sick days annually. Ten to twenty-five (10-25) paid vacation days based on years of service. Employees earn three (3) paid personal days pro-rated based on start date. Thirteen-Fourteen (13-14) paid state holidays annually.

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you're helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you're part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home. No matter what state career you're looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits.

Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

Essential Functions Serves as the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Coordinator for Zone
6. Responds to mail, telephone, and email inquiries and retrieves documentation as appropriate and within specified time restraints. Prepares and maintains complex, highly specialized and confidential investigative records and reports. Serves as the Alternate LEADS Agency Coordinator for Zone
6. Functions as office receptionist, receives telephone calls and other communications directed to staff. Reads and distributes incoming correspondence. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of high school and two (2) years of office experience. Requires the ability to keyboard accurately at 45 wpm.