Job Description

Job Requisition ID: 52255
Closing Date: 02/27/2026
​Agency: Department of Employment Security
Class Title: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT II - 00502
Skill Option: None
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated starting salary $6,242 monthly; Full range $6,242 - $9,021 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC028 Paraprofessional Human Services Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code:

This posting lists 33 S. State Street, Chicago, IL. 60603 as the Work Location. Effective February 1, 2025, this position was relocated to 115 S. LaSalle, Chicago, IL. 60603

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

All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through the illinois.jobs2web.com website. State of Illinois employees should click the link near the top left to apply through the SuccessFactors employee career portal.

Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.

Why Work for Illinois?

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) is seeking an organized, professional, and results oriented individual to serve as Senior Staff Assistant to the Executive Deputy Director of the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) Business Services Division. This position will perform a variety of sensitive and confidential staff functions. Responsibilities include assisting in the coordination and implementation of various operational programs, policies and procedures and performing administrative tasks pertaining to operational, budget, and staffing issues and reports. This position provides a great opportunity for someone who has a strong background in providing administrative support for large programs and is interested in supporting statewide employment services operations and systems. The ideal candidate for this position will be detail-oriented and self-motivated with excellent problem-solving and organizational skills and have professional experience assisting upper management coordinate operation of a large program and/or several mid-sized programs. IDES offers a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits, and a pension program. We invite you to join our innovative team to help make a positive difference in the lives of Illinois employers and job seekers.

Essential Functions

• Under administrative direction, functions as Senior Staff Assistant to the Executive Deputy Director of the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) Business Services Division
• Provides administrative support
• Assists in the planning, development and execution of various operational programs, policies and procedures
• Responds to sensitive inquiries and provides information relative to established policies, procedures and guidelines
• Serves as a liaison between the Executive Deputy Director and internal and external groups, including but not limited to agency staff and management personnel, state and federal agencies and other interested parties
• Provides office operation support
• Coordinates and monitors personnel administration activities for assigned staff
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above

Minimum Qualifications

• Requires knowledge, skill and mental development equivalent to completion of four (4) years of college, preferably with courses in public or business administration
• Requires two (2) years of professional experience in a public or private organization

Conditions of Employment

• Requires an Illinois State Police background check and self-disclosure of any criminal history
• Requires ability to travel in the performance of duties, with overnight stays as appropriate
• This position is considered sedentary work as defined by the U.S. Department of Labor (20 CFR 404.1567(a)). Sedentary work involves lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time and requires occasional lifting, carrying, walking, and standing
• Requires ability to attend seminars, conferences, and trainings to stay current on methods, tools, ideologies, or other industry related topics relevant to the job duties
• The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Employment Security’s (IDES) mission is to serve Illinois workers and employers to the best of our ability and to use our knowledge of the Illinois workforce to inform sound policy decision making. IDES encourages economic growth and stability in Illinois by providing vital Employment Services to Illinois residents and employers, analyzing and disseminating actionable Labor Market Information, and administering Unemployment Insurance programs.

Work Hours: Monday-Friday 8:30am-5:00pm
Headquarter Location: 33 S State St, Chicago, Illinois, 60603
Work County: Cook
Posting Group: Office & Administrative Support

This position DOES NOT contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Use the “Apply” button at the top right or bottom right of this posting to begin the application process.

If you are not already signed in, you will be prompted to do so.

State employees should sign in to the career portal for State of Illinois employees – a link is available at the top left of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon.

Non-State employees should log in on the using the “View Profile” link in the top right of the Illinois.jobs2web.com homepage in the blue ribbon. If you have never before signed in, you will be prompted to create an account.

If you have questions about how to apply, please see the following resources:

State employees: Log in to the career portal for State employees and review the Internal Candidate Application Job Aid

Non-State employees: on Illinois.jobs2web.com – click “Application Procedures” in the footer of every page of the website.

The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your “junk mail”, “spam”, or “other” folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:

• donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
• systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com