Administrative Assistant

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Location:

Springfield, IL, US, 62702

Job

Requisition  Opening Date: 06/04/2026 Closing Date: 06/18/2026 Agency:
Department on Aging Class

Title:

ADMIN ASSISTANT I - 00501 Skill Option:
None Bilingual Option:
None Salary:
Anticipated Starting Salary: $5637, Full Range: $5637-$8026 Job Type: Salaried Category:
Full Time County:
Sangamon Number of Vacancies: 1 Bargaining Unit Code: RC028 Paraprofessional Human Services Employees, AFSCME Merit Comp Code:

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

About the Agency

The MISSION of the Illinois Department on Aging is to serve and advocate for older Illinoisans and their caregivers by administering quality and culturally appropriate programs that promote partnerships and encourage independence, dignity, and quality of life.

As a State of Illinois employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

• Flexible and hybrid work schedules are available in many program areas (when available and dependent upon position)
• Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental, and vision plans
• Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
• Option pre-tax programs – Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
• 10-25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
• 12 paid sick days annually which carryover year to year
• 3 paid personal business days per calendar year (pro-rated dependent on start date)
• 13-14 paid holidays per year
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources

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