OFFICE COORDINATOR

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Springfield, IL, US, 62702-5056

Job Requisition ID: 46562
​Agency: Department of Public Health

Office: Health Care Regulation

Division : Administrative Rules & Procedures

Posting ID: 42-25-0184, 42-25-0231, 42-25-0235/ 46562

Posted: 4/18/2025-5/2/2025
Class Title: OFFICE COORDINATOR - 30025
Skill Option: Keyboarding
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $3,971/month; Full Range $3,971-$5,243/month
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
Number of Vacancies: 3
Bargaining Unit Code: RC014
Merit Comp Code:

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 positionMUSTapply 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.

Position Overview

The Illinois Department of Public Health is seeking a highly motivated individual to perform low level professional and advanced technical office support functions for the Health Care Worker Registry Program. This individual would receive and respond to inquires regarding the registry, status of background checks, and follow up which requires regular interaction with the public. In addition to typing, data entry and retrieval, electronic filing into existing databases, mass mailing, application processing, responding to inquiries from the public and other specialized office support functions, has the responsibility of maintaining the healthcare worker registry via the review, processing any data entry functions related to the Health Care Worker Registry. This individual actively mans and responds to inquiries in the Registry call line, responds to queries, reviews and processes background check information and data received from fingerprint vendors and healthcare providers.

Benefits Statement

As a State of Illinois Employee, you will receive a robust benefit package that includes the following:

• Flexible and hybrid work schedules are available in many program areas (when available and dependent upon position)
• Competitive Group Insurance benefits including health, life, dental and vision plans.
• Pension plan through the State Employees Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Program – voluntary supplemental retirement plan
• Optional pre-tax programs -Medical Care Assistance Plan (MCAP) & Dependent Care Assistant Plan (DCAP)
• 10-25 days of paid vacation time annually (10 days for first year of state employment)
• 12 paid sick days annually which carryover year to year
• 3 paid personal business days per calendar year (pro-rated dependent on start date)
• 13-14 paid holidays per year
• 12 weeks of paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program and/or mental health resources

These are just a few of the many perks available to all State employees. For more information about our benefits please follow this link: https://www2.illinois.gov/cms/benefits/Pages/default.aspx

Essential Functions

• Under supervision, receives and reviews for accuracy background checks submitted by health care employers and long-term care facilities.
• Coordinates records and reports functions related to the Registry including the preparation of reports, analysis, and spreadsheets for budget and statistical purposes.
• Represents the supervisor through routine oral and written contact with other governmental offices, long-term care providers, nurse aide training programs, businesses and the general public.
• Implements the mandates of State and Federal rules and regulations relating to the Health Care Worker Registry by entering information into the database related to substantiated findings of abuse, neglect, and misappropriation of property against individuals on the Registry.
• Assists in maintaining records of unit activities and formulating multi source information into reports.
• 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 two (2) years of secretarial/business college or completion of high school and two years related office experience or two years of independent business experience.
• Requires ability to keyboard accurately at 30 wpm.

About the Agency

The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) is tasked with the oversight of communities within Illinois to achieve and maintain optimal health and safety. With an annual budget of over $2 billion in state and federal funds, 6 regional offices, 3 laboratories and over 1,200 employees, IDPH is equipped to fulfill its mission of protecting the health and wellness of the people of Illinois through the prevention, health promotion, regulation and control of disease and injury.

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm
Work Location: 525 W Jefferson St, Springfield, Illinois, 62702-5056
Agency Contact: DPH.HRRecruiter@illinois.gov
Posting Group: Office & Administrative Support

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

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