Department Assistant Salary in Chicago, Illinois

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How much does a Department Assistant make in Chicago, IL? The average Department Assistant salary in Chicago, IL is $83,068 as of March 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $75,352 and $91,767. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Global Jewish Education--Assistant Director
DeToledo High School - Los Angeles , CA
Director of Global Jewish Education Department : Global Jewish Education Position Type : Exempt Broad Function : The Global Jewish Education Assistant Director coordinates and facilitates activities ...
ZipRecruiter - 1 day ago
Production Assistant - Wholesale Insurance Brokerage - MLPL
Brown & Riding - Seattle , WA
Position Summary: Assist the Associate Broker (AB), Broker or Practice Group Leader in meeting the day-to-day technical and clerical needs of the department. Assist with servicing new and renewal ...
LinkedIn - 1 day ago
Administrative Assistant
Ultimate Staffing - San Francisco County , CA
Handle incoming calls and correspondence, directing them to the appropriate departments. * Assist with organizing company events and meetings. * Ensure efficient office operations by managing office ...
LinkedIn - 2 days ago
Department Administrative Assistant
California State University - Fresno - Fresno , CA
Department Administrative Assistant Job No: 545677 Work Type: Staff Location: Fresno Categories: Unit 7 - CSUEU - Clerical and Administrative Support Services, Administrative, Probationary, Full Time ...
Latpro - Diversity Jobs - 25 days ago
(PA) Per Diem Physician Assistant - Emergency Dept - 133916
UC San Diego - Oakland , CA
(PA) Per Diem Physician Assistant - Emergency Dept - 133916 Click Here to Apply Online Job Description Extended Review Date: Thu 2/13/2025 UC San Diego values equity, diversity, and inclusion. If you ...
Latpro - Diversity Jobs - 25 days ago
Executive Assistant
Omega Law Group Accident & Injury Attorneys - Beverly Hills , CA
Draft and manage professional communications, handle internal messaging, and serve as a liaison with clients and various departments. * Assist with high-priority projects and manage special ...
LinkedIn - 5 days ago

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Department Assistant in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Department Assistant ranges from $75,352 to $91,767 with the average base salary of $83,068. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $77,316 to $95,093 with the average total cash compensation of $85,564.

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About Chicago, Illinois    Chicago (/ʃɪˈkɑːɡoʊ/ (listen), locally also /-ˈkɔː-/), officially the City of Chicago, is the most populous city in Illinois, as well as the third mos....More

Chicago, Illinois  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

Department Assistant Salary in popular cities: Aurora, Rockford, Joliet

Skills associated with Department Assistant: Scheduling

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