Posting number: 58/96361/AC3/08.26.2026-JB
Department: DOTD-Engineering & Operations
Division: District 58- Chase
Job classification: ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR 3
Posting type: Open
Categories: Clerical & Data Entry, Transportation, Office and Administrative Support
DISTRICT 58 - Unit 001 (SWITCHBOARD- CHASE)
JOB NUMBER: 58/96361/AC3/08.26.2026-JB
This position operates the switchboard and serves as the "first face" for District 58 to visitors/customers in the front receptionist area, creating and maintaining an atmosphere of professional friendliness and helpfulness. The switchboard operator records calls and complaints into the DOTD log system. This position also has accounting duties, such as creating documents for payment to vendors and auditing documents, reports, and forms for accuracy and completeness. Additionally, the switchboard operator is responsible for maintaining the copy machines.
An ideal candidate will possess the following competencies:
Demonstrating Accountability: The ability to take ownership of actions, behaviors, performance, decisions, and outcomes.
Following Policies and Procedures: The ability to follow, reinforce, adapt, or develop policies and procedures to maintain compliance with federal and state legal requirements, State Civil Service rules, and organizational policies.
Thinking Critically: The ability to analyze information objectively, identify connections across sources, and form logical, well-supported conclusions.
The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here
Job Duties:
Greet and direct visitors; answer and route phone calls.
Log requests and complaints from the public about the roads that DOTD maintains; route to appropriate personnel.
Create documents necessary for payment to vendors for goods and services.
Scan documents and enter information into databases; prepare reports.
Audit accounting documents, reports, and forms.
Maintain copy machines; fill with paper, toner, and staples and schedule repairman.
Position-Specific Details:
Appointment Type: Probation, promotion, or detail to special duty.
Career Progression: This position will be filled as an Admin Coordinator 3.
Work Schedule: Full-time weekdays.
Compensation: Depends on qualifications; no less than $13.77/hour.
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test score is required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
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* Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.
Contact Information:
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Contact Name: April Morace
Job Title: Admin Program Manager 3
Phone Number: 318-412-3157
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