Transportation Hr Associate - Keyboarding; Technical Manager Ii) Benefits Associate

Job Requisition :57610

IPR#25-00722
Opening Date: 09/18/2026
Closing Date: 10/02/2026
Agency: Department of Transportation
Class

Title:

Transportation HR Associate, Opt. 2
Skill Option:Keyboarding
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: $4,809 Monthly;
Full Range: $4,809 - $8,006 Monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Effingham
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: NR916 Pro Tech Teamsters

This position is a union position; therefore, provisions of the relevant collective bargaining agreement/labor contract apply to the filling of this position.
All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the  website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the Success Factors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

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.

The Illinois Department of Transportation seeks to hire an Employee Benefits Assistant for district
7. This position processes benefits transactions for all district 7 personnel. This position monitors insurance rules and regulations for state employees to ensure proper application for employees and reviews completed insurance and deferred compensation forms to ensure compliance with established policies and procedures.

• Under general direction, performs various complex, specialized paraprofessional human resources functions for district 7 including administering the district’s benefit program (e.g. health, life, and dental insurance, deferred compensation, flexible spending plans.
• Administers various seasonal/temporary employment programs (e.g., winter and summer, Construction, Technician Co-op program, etc.)
• Administers the district’s Veteran’s Affairs on-the-job training program.
• Assists district Federal and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) coordinator.
• Serves as a backup for processing claims and supports the Safety, Claims, and Training Manager in handling Workers' Compensation matters, including the processing of claims for Workers' Compensation benefits during the manager’s absence.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope for the duties enumerated above.

• Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of two (2) years of college or satisfactory completion of an approved training program.
• Requires skill in keyboarding accurately at 30 wpm.

• Prefers one (1) year of experience handling employees’ benefit transactions.
• Prefers one (1) year of experience facilitating pre-hire paperwork and assisting with new hire orientation.
• Prefers advanced skill in utilizing Microsoft Office Suite, specifically Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Prefers one (1) year of experience administering Federal and Medical Leave Act (FMLA).

• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties. Requires appropriate, valid driver’s…