ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT II

Job Requisition ID: 48901 

Opening Date: 08/15/2025
Closing Date: 08/28/2025
​Agency: Department of Human Services
Class Title: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT II - 00502 
Skill Option: None 
Bilingual Option: 
Salary: Anticipated Salary $6,242-$9,021/month ($74,904-$108,252/year)
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time 
County: Cook
Number of Vacancies: 1
Bargaining Unit Code: RC028 Paraprofessional Human Services Employees, AFSCME
Merit Comp Code: 

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

 

While not required, a Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended. When applicable, titles that require specific coursework, professional license or certification will include a notation requesting the appropriate document(s) be uploaded in the Additional Documents section of your application. Failure to upload requested transcripts, license and/or proof of certification when specified may result in ineligibility. Please note that the Department of Human Services must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.

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.

 

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Position Overview

Performs administrative support functions for the Assistant Director of the Office to Prevent and End Homelessness (OPEH). Coordinates the day-to-day activities of the Office. Serves as a liaison with program and administrative staff throughout the Department. Coordinates interagency projects involving the Assistant Director. Receives confidential mail and calls, some of which are sensitive and controversial. The Office to Prevent and End Homelessness (OPEH) is a Statewide Office which works across State agencies and is administratively housed within DHS. OPEH’s mission is to coordinate State of Illinois agency strategies and investments and to partner with the community to build a strong safety net and permanent housing for Illinoisans facing homelessness and housing insecurity.

Essential Functions

• Performs administrative support functions for the Assistant Director of the Office to Prevent and End Homelessness (OPEH).
• Coordinates the day-to-day activities of the Office.
• Serves as a liaison with program and administrative staff throughout the Department.
• Coordinates interagency projects involving the Assistant Director.