Job Description

Position Title:

Administrative Assistant to the Director of Professional Development

Position Summary:

The Administrative Assistant to the Director of Professional Development provides clerical and organizational support to ensure the effective coordination of professional learning programs and events offered through the Education Innovation Service Center (EISC). The position supports daily office operations, maintains accurate records, and assists with communication and logistics for workshops, academies, and other professional development initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate registrations, confirmations, and attendance for professional development events.
• Assist with scheduling, room and technology arrangements, and materials preparation.
• Provide front-line customer service to districts, educators, and partners seeking information about professional development offerings.
• Prepare and format correspondence, flyers (Canva), sign-in sheets, certificates, and basic reports.
• Maintain organized electronic and paper records for events, contracts, evaluations, and related documents.
• Support basic fiscal processes such as processing invoices, purchase orders, and fee payments as directed.
• Perform general office duties (phones, copying, scanning, filing, mail) and provide backup support to other office staff as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma; Associate's degree and coursework or training in office administration preferred.
• Two or more years of successful office/administrative experience, preferably in an educational or public-sector setting.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace or Microsoft Office (documents, spreadsheets, presentations, email, calendars).
• Strong organization, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Effective written and verbal communication and strong customer service skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work collaboratively as part of a team.

Work Year and Salary: Full-time, 12-month position. Salary and benefits established by the Regional Superintendent.

Salary: $42,000 to $46,000

Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision

Pension: IMRF

CONTACT: Will County Regional Office of Education

116 North Chicago Street, Suite 400

Joliet, IL 60432

Fax:(815) 630-5825

Email: cfantin@willroe.org

Craig Fantin

Director of H.R. & R.O.E. Services

*Submit all information and materials online at Frontline/Applitrack

APPLY BY: 9/22/27

SELECTION PROCESS:

All applicants must complete the Will County ROE 56 application for consideration. Applications will be reviewed, and selected candidates will be invited for interviews. The hiring supervisor will recommend a qualified candidate to the Regional Superintendent. Employment is contingent upon the recommendation of the Superintendent's approval, and completion of required application processes. It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that they receive written approval before beginning employment.

DISCLAIMER:

This job description outlines the duties and responsibilities typical of the position. The listed duties are intended as examples and may evolve over time. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the role if they are similar, related, or a logical assignment for this position. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to modification by the Will County ROE as needs and job requirements change. The ROE's policies govern all employment matters.

The Will County ROE 56 is an equal opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Individuals needing accommodations in the recruitment process should notify the Department of Human Resources in advance at 815-462-5400.