Office Associate

Job Title:

Office Associate - Typing Option 2
Agency:
Department of Children and Family Services
Class

Title:

OFFICE ASSOCIATE - 30015
Skill Option:
Keyboarding
Bilingual Option:
None
Salary:
Anticipated Starting Salary $4,004/Month – $5,245/Month
Job Type: Salaried
Category:
Full Time
County:
Cook

Number of Vacancies : 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC014 Clerical Employees, AFSCME
Closing Date: 02/25/2026

Application Process

• All applicants must apply electronically through the Illinois Jobs2
  
  Web website.
• State of Illinois employees should apply through the Success Factors employee career portal.
• Applications submitted via email, fax, or paper will not be considered.
• It is highly recommended that you upload college transcripts and resume.

Why Work for Illinois?

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 big—a mission 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 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 Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and energetic individual to serve as a Background Check Associate. Under direction, this position will receive and review incoming criminal history and Child Abuse and Neglect Tracking System clearances, apply agency policy and procedures, and independently provide information and/or recommendations for resolution. The role includes cursory review of background check information to ensure completeness for approval or denial of licensure/employment prior to data entry.

This position provides a great opportunity for someone who is detail oriented and interested in playing a supporting role in the Department’s operations. DCFS offers a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits, and a pension program.

• Serve as Background Check Associate.
• Perform data entry of clearances and denials, including complex technical terms on criminal history recommendations, into the Background Clearance system.
• Prepare, keyboard, and maintain complex, highly specialized reports related to application and recommendation materials processed through Central Office.
• Identify critical data entry issues.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

• Completion of high school or equivalent.
• Minimum of 2 years of office experience.
• Ability to keyboard accurately at 45 words per minute.