Job Location : Springfield,IL, USA
Agency: Department of AgricultureClass Title: ADMIN ASSISTANT I - 00501Skill Option: NoneBilingual Option: NoneClosing Date/Time: 11/13/2024Salary: $5423 - $7721 (anticipated starting monthly salary)Job Type: SalariedCategory: Full TimeCounty: SangamonNumber of Vacancies: 1Plan/BU: RC028This 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.Posting Identification Number 42517Essential FunctionsAssist Bureau Chief with the creation of documentation relative to legal proceedings for the bureau and assist in the collection and processing of fines imposed.Serves as Bureau's personnel and Budget and Fiscal LiaisonAssists subordinates, supervisors, and management on various projectsComposes complex letters, reports, plans, memorandumsAttend various meetings and seminars to keep informed on current rules, regulations, policies and proceduresProctors and serves, as needed, on interview panels.Performs other duties as assigned or required which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.Minimum QualificationsRequires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of four years of college, preferably with courses in business, public administration.Requires one (1) year of professional experience in a public or private organization, or completion of an agency approved professional management training program.Preferred QualificationsPrefers extensive knowledge of Division programs and service objectives, activities, and operational systems.Prefers working knowledge of agency programs, rules and regulations.Prefers extensive knowledge of computer program applications.Prefers two (2) years of experience working in a public or private organization maintaining confidentiality of information.Prefers extensive knowledge of manual and automated office equipment.Prefers extensive knowledge of arithmetic computations.Prefers working knowledge and background in Personnel and Budgetary.Prefers extensive knowledge of principles of office management.Conditions of EmploymentRequires ability to pass background check and self-disclosure of criminal history.Requires a valid driver's license and the ability to occasionally travel statewide.The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.Work Hours: 8:00am - 4:30pm Monday - FridayWork Location: 801 E Sangamon Ave, Springfield, Illinois, 62702Agency Contact: Jan DoeEmail: [email protected] #: 217-888-888Posting Group: Office & Administrative SupportThe Illinois Department of Agriculture (AGR) administers an annual budget of more than $100 million and employs more than 300 people statewide, with several hundred more temporary employees hired during the Illinois State Fair and Du Quoin State Fair. Separate bureaus administer programs and services directed at conserving the state's land and water resources; protecting the health and welfare of livestock and companion animals; overseeing state and county fairs; regulating seed, feed and fertilizer products; ensuring the financial stability of grain dealers and warehouses; promoting Illinois food and agricultural products; and operating the state's horse racing program.AGR values employees with different backgrounds, life experiences, and talents.AGR offers a robust benefit package including;Monday-Friday work scheduleFlexible work schedules in many program areasHealth, life, vision, and dental insurance12 Weeks paid maternity/paternity leavePension PlanDeferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programsPublic Student Loan ForgivenessEmployees earn twelve (12) paid sick days annuallyTen to twenty-five (10-25) paid vacation days based on years of serviceEmployees earn three (3) paid personal days pro-rated based on start dateThirteen - Fourteen (13-14) paid state holidays annuallyIf this opportunity appeals to you, please apply today!This position [DOES/DOES NOT] contain “Specialized Skills” (as that term is used in CBAs).APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONSUse 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 AidNon-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:...@[email protected]