Cook County Government
Chicago, IL
May 09, 2026
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Administrative Assistant I - Office Of The Public Defender (Afscme 3696)- Palmer House Chicago Job Fair
Cook County Offices Under The President | Administrative Hearings Auditor Bureau of Administration Bureau of Economic Development Bureau of Finance Bureau of Human Resources Bureau of Technology Facilities Office of the President |
Job Summary
Provides logistical support and administrative assistance to one or more supervisors or professional staff members. Handles routine business situations, problems and questions of procedure in the work of the office according to general instructions, priorities, policies and program goals. Acts as team leader for a small, localized or specialized group of other clerical support personnel. Coordinates the distribution of work, and delivery of services. Performs other duties as assigned.
“The Offices Under the President will seek to fill the position by means of the Job Fair process.”
JOB FAIR DATE & LOCATION
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
9\:30am to 4pm
Palmer House Hilton Chicago
124 S Wabash Avenue, Chicago, IL 60603
Qualified applicants will be offered interviews at the Job Fair.
Applicants must interview in-person during the job fair as time permits. Limited spots are available. Pre-registration for the fair is highly encouraged through the event link. On-site registration is also available.
Bring your ID to apply in person.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. Certificate is required.
- Two (2) years of full-time clerical/administrative work experience is required.
Candidates who are contacted will be required to produce original required documents (e.g., current driver’s license, diploma, school transcript, certifications, etc.) listed on the Notice of Job Opportunity within five (5) days of being extended an offer, in writing, by the Bureau Chief of BHR (or designee). Candidates will be notified of how to submit required documents.
The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee’s normal line of work.
*Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States territories and Canada, must be credentialed by either the World Education Services (WES) or Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE).
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and other software applications.
Proficiency in the use and application of basic mathematical skills and calculations relative to office bookkeeping and statistical records.
Good attention to detail, ability to proof, verify and edit complex data, transcribe and cross reference data from databases and documents.
Ability to follow-up in a thorough and timely manner on assignments and unresolved business.
Thorough knowledge of correct business, legal and/or other technical language usage, punctuation and grammar and their proper application to business forms, letters, records and reports, where applicable.
Skill and accuracy in the organization and maintenance of extensive files.
Good communication skills with the ability to gather information from others and make inquiries. Ability to convey information and explain or describe basic office policy and procedure to others.
Skill in exercising sound judgment, discretion and tact relative to problems or situations including staff or external customers.
Ability to understand and carry out instructions, written and verbal, and accurately relate such instructions in full or part to others.
Ability to coordinate several tasks and performs well under pressure; ability to fill in for and perform the duties of lower level clerical staff; ability to relieve higher-level secretarial or administrative staff.
This position requires various types of physical exertion including, but not limited to lifting, pulling, pushing and moving objects of moderate to heavy weight.
Physical Requirements:
Light Work
Light Work involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job/occupation is rated Light Work when it requires\: (1) walking or standing to a significant degree; (2) sitting most of the time while pushing or pulling arm or leg controls; or (3) working at a production rate pace while constantly pushing or pulling materials even though the weight of the materials is negligible.
The duties listed are not set forth for purposes of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the many duties normally to be performed under a job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee's normal line of work.
VETERAN’S PREFERENCE
When applying for employment with Cook County Government, preference is given in the application process to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for more than 180 consecutive days, or during War Time. To take advantage of this preference a Veteran must:
- MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THE POSITION.
- IDENTIFY THEMSELVES AS A VETERAN ON THEIR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION BY ANSWERING YES TO THE QUESTION “Are you a military veteran?”
- ATTACH A COPY OF THEIR DD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22 (NOTICE OF SEPARATION) AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING. IF YOU HAVE MULTIPLE DD 214S, 215S, OR NGB 22S, PLEASE SUBMIT THE ONE WITH THE LATEST DATE. COAST GUARD MUST SUBMIT A CERTIFIED COPY OF THE MILITARY SEPARATION FROM EITHER THE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (BEFORE 911) OR THE DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY (AFTER 911).
The Cook County Department of Veterans Affairs can assist you with obtaining a certified DD214 and having it recorded for you at no charge. Please contact veterans.affairs@cookcountyil.gov
VETERAN MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS AT TIME OF INTERVIEW.
Group and Voluntary Benefits Offered:
· Medical, Dental, and Vision
· Basic Term Life Insurance
· Pension Plan
· Deferred Compensation Program
· Employee Assistance Program
· Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time
· Voluntary Benefits
· You May Qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF)
· For further information on our excellent benefits package, please click on the following link\: http\://www.cookcountyrisk.com/
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Salary Range\: $24.654/ HOURLY
*This position requires successful completion of post-offer tests, which may include a background check, drug screen and medical examination.
Falsification of any information in the application process will result in disqualification, dismissal after hire, and/or placement on the County’s Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. For current County employees, such falsification may result in discipline, up to and including termination, and placement on the County’s Ineligible for Rehire List for a period of two (2) or five (5) years. See Cook County Code of Ordinances, Article II, Sections 44-54 Unlawful Practices Relating to Employees and Employment - Penalty, 44-56 Political Discrimination; Cook County Employment Plan, Section V.N. Pre-Interview License and Certification Verification; Supplemental Policy No. 2014-2.13 Ineligible for Rehire List; and Cook County Personnel Rules 3.3(b) (7) (d)
EEO Statement
Cook County Government is an Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”) employer. Cook County prohibits illegal discrimination and harassment and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, source of income, housing status, military service or discharge status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other protected category established by law, statute or ordinance as further defined in Chapter 44. Human Resources, Article II. Personnel Polices, Section 44-53 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances and Chapter 42. Human Relations, Article II. Human Rights, Section 42-35 of the Cook County Code of Ordinances.
NOTE\: As an internal candidate, should you be offered the position, salary allocations shall abide by the Cook County Personnel Rules.
*Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Social Media Disclaimer
The County’s hiring process is governed by the Cook County Employment Plan which prohibits employment actions from being influenced by any Political Reasons or Factors for Non-Exempt Positions. The advertisement of this position by any individual does not constitute an offer or promise of employment, promotion, or any other employment action and shall not influence the County’s hiring decision. Cook County officials and employees who become aware of or receive a complaint that involves an allegation of Political Reasons or Factors being considered in the hiring process of Non-Exempt positions are obligated to refer the complaint to the Cook County - Office of the Inspector General. If the Cook County Inspector General sustains allegations of Political Reasons or Factors being considered, Cook County will disqualify the Applicant or Candidate from consideration for employment and disciplinary action will be imposed on any involved Cook County employees, if applicable.
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