RECEPTIONIST TRAINEE

Deerfield, IL

Employer:	Illinois Department of Children & Family Services
Category:	Admin - Clerical
Description
We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome Reasonable Accommodation Statement The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment. To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents → Additional Documents section for each application. Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at CMS.DisabilityResCen@illinois.gov or call (217) 524-7514 for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation. Sponsorship for Employment The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status). To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Disclosure of Salary Information In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant's wage or salary history. Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant's wage or salary history. To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials . Date: Sep 27, 2024 Location: Deerfield, IL, US, 60015 Job Requisition ID: 41705 Agency : Department of Children and Family Services Position Title: Clerical Trainee - THRU THE DISABLED WORKERS TRAINEE PROGRAM (DWTP) Closing Date/Time: 10/11/2024 Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary: Step 1B, $3,191 / month (Full Range: $3,191 - $3,998 / month) Job Type: Salaried County: Cook Number of Vacancies: 1 Plan/BU: RC014 Target Title: Office Associate Opt. 1 The Illinois Department of Children and Family Services is seeking an organized, professional, and energetic individual to serve as Receptionist Trainee. 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. Posting ID # 41705 Position Overview Under immediate supervision, for a period of not less than 6 months with trainee participation from at least 20 hours per week up to a full-time equivalency work schedule during the training period, receives on-the-job training as a participant in an agency training program to gain experience performing a variety of clerical duties, including greeting visitors, answering phones, filing, sorting and distributing mail, and preparing documents. This position provides a great opportunity for someone who is detail oriented and interested in learning about playing a supporting role in the Department's operations. DCFS offers a competitive compensation plan, excellent benefits, and a pension program. The ideal candidate for this position will have excellent organizational skills and strong communication skills. We invite you to join our innovative team to help make a positive difference in the lives of the children and families of Illinois. Essential Function Serves as Receptionist Trainee through the Disabled Workers Training Program (DWTP) Performs a variety of office duties Prepares documents, forms, memoranda, and letters Operates automated office equipment, such as copier, printer, scanner, and fax machine. 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 high school. Requires no previous experience. The Clerical Trainee class has been identified as subject to provisions of the Personnel Code 20 ILCS 415/17b, according to which suitable positions at state agencies may be identified and included in the Disabled Workers Training Program (DWTP) and are thereby reserved for the employment and training of individuals with disabilities. Qualified participants in the program are authorized to work at least 20 hours per week, and the training program duration may be extended up to a maximum of 72 months to allow for the program goals to be achieved and the incumbent to become eligible for promotion to an appropriate full-time position The actual duration of the DWTP training period is dependent upon the desirable requirements of the target title and the percentage of a full-time equivalent work schedule that the incumbent works as a trainee. Individuals who successfully complete a trainee appointment are eligible for promotion to the target title without further examination. Conditions of Employment Requires ability to pass a background check. Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Work Location: 1755 Lake Cook Rd Deerfield, IL 60015-5215 Agency Contact: samantha.j.haynes@illinois.gov Job Family: 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. You must submit verification documentation of a disability. This can include, but is not limited to, the following: i. Statements or letters on a physician's/medical professional's letterhead ii. Statements, records or letters from a Federal Government agency that issues or provides disability benefits (VA Disability Award is not accepted as proof of ADA disability) iii. Statements, records or letters from a State Vocational Rehabilitation Agency counselor iv. Other documentation that meets the requirements of the ADAA This information must be on file with the CMS Disabled Workers Program Coordinator to be eligible for this position. If you are already a verified member of DWTP, you don't have to resubmit this information. Contact CMS at CMS.DisabilityResCtr@illinois.gov or tasha.hunter@illinois.gov or 217-524-7514 to verify if you are a member. It is highly recommended that you submit the paperwork through this system or at this email. If these options are not available to you, you can submit your paperwork via fax at 217-557-6683 or mail to CMS 130 W Mason Springfield, IL 62702. 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 Nearest Major Market: Chicago

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RECEPTIONIST TRAINEE

Deerfield, IL

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