OFFICE ASSISTANT - OPT 2 (MAILROOM)

Position Overview

The Office Assistant position, located at Sheridan Correctional Center performs confidential, sensitive tasks in a diverse agency. The ideal candidate will be detailed orientated, organized individual who will be able to process information and materials in a timely manner and convey information effectively through both written and oral reporting. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply.

Job Responsibilities

1. Processes in-coming and out-going individuals in custody and staff mail. 
2. Receives mail and packages from delivery services, i.e., United Parcel Services and FedEx.
3. Types a variety of material including correspondence, reports, and other documents that are handwritten or from recorded dictation.
4. Participates in answering calls during peak periods.
5. Maintains records of postage usage.
6. Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of high school.
2. Requires one (1) year of related office experience.
3. Requires ability to keyboard accurately at thirty five (35) words per minute.

Conditions of Employment

All applicants must be able to meet the following Conditions of Employment, with or without reasonable accommodation, to be considered for this position:

1. Requires ability to pass the IDOC/IDJJ background check
2. Requires ability to pass a drug screen.  On January 1, 202, the Cannabis Regulation and Tax Act made it legal for residents over the age of 21 to product, consume and sell cannabis in Illinois.  Please note that although the law has changed, the Department will continue to enforce the Department’s zero tolerance Drug Testing policy.  The use of unauthorized drugs, including cannabis, by an employee, regardless of the position held is prohibited.
3. Applicants are required to abide by all vaccine and/or other medical standards as set out by the employer.

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Corrections is a multicultural agency deeply committed to ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion.  This commitment is at the forefront of our operations, hiring, policies and procedures, and training. We recognize the benefit of workplace empowerment, the importance of diversity and fully support an environment where ALL employees are treated fairly, respectfully, and have equal access to opportunities and resources necessary to thrive and contribute to the agency’s success. IDOC genuinely values the differences of individuals in our custody and is committed to ensuring a healthy living environment where they feel valued, respected, and included.  Through our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), we shall establish and uphold agency policies and practices conducive to eliminating all forms of exclusion including, but not limited to, racism, ageism, ableism, sexism, discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender, and religious oppression.  The IDOC team works to serve justice in Illinois and increase public safety by promoting positive change in behavior of individuals in custody, operating successful reentry programs, and reducing victimization.  Employees enjoy excellent benefits, including health, vision, and dental insurance; retirement plan and deferred compensation; state holidays and other benefit time off; tuition reimbursement; and pre-tax benefit programs. The department also offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities.  The Illinois Department of Corrections is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.