DOC Mental Health Quality Improvement Executive Secretary I

Title : Executive Secretary I (Upward Mobility)

Job Requisition ID : 51399

Closing Date : 12 / 02 / 2025 11 : 59 p.m.

​Agency :   Department of Corrections - Joliet Treatment Center

Class Title :  EXEC SECRETARY I - 14031

Skill Option :   Keyboarding - Clerical - UMP Certificate

Bilingual Option :   None

Salary : Anticipated Starting Salary $4586 a month; Full Range $4586 - $6297 a month

Job Type : Salaried

Category :  Full Time

County : Will

Number of Vacancies : 1

Bargaining Unit Code :   RC014 Clerical Employees, AFSCME

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 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.

While not required, a Resume / Curriculum Vitae (CV) is recommended.  When applicable, title 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 Corrections must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) regardless of vacancy title before any offer can be extended.

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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 Executive Secretary I position is an integral part of the facility administrative team. We are looking for an energetic, self-motivated administrative secretary who will assist with conducting special projects, gathering data for reports, confer with other government office representatives and the general public concerning rules, regulations and procedures. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Essential Functions

• Serves as an administrative secretary for the Office of Mental Health Management Services’ Mental Health Services Quality Improvement Manager.
• Keyboards, creates, and edits professional reports for the Quality Improvement Manager which involves specialized medical terminology.
• Represents the Quality Improvement Manager through routine oral and written contact with other government officials, psychiatric and health professionals, and the public.
• Receives, sorts, opens, reads and distributes mail and other incoming correspondence.
• Maintains files.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Conditions of Employment

Work Hours :   8 : 00 a.m. - 4 : 00 p.m. Monday - Friday; Sat / Sun Off

Work Location :   Joliet Treatment Center - 2848 McDonough St, Joliet, Illinois, 60436

Agency Contact : Julie Anderson

Email : Julie.A.Anderson@illinois.gov

Posting Group :   Office & Administrative Support; Employee Services; Public Safety

This title is within the Upward Mobility Program (UMP) . General Program information can be found by clicking on the Upward Mobility Program link or for specific title information at UMP Titles .  To utilize upward mobility contractual rights for this position, employees must apply internally and must upload a copy of the UMP grade notice to their application documents prior to submission . UMP grades can be uploaded to the Additional Documents OR Grade Documentation section of the application.

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.

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 :

The Illinois Department of Corrections is a multicultural agency deeply committed to ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion.  This commitment is at the forefront of our operations, hiring, policies and procedures, and training. We recognize the benefit of workplace empowerment, the importance of diversity and fully support an environment where ALL employees are treated fairly, respectfully, and have equal access to opportunities and resources necessary to thrive and contribute to the agency’s success. IDOC genuinely values the differences of individuals in our custody and is committed to ensuring a healthy living environment where they feel valued, respected, and included. Through our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), we shall establish and uphold agency policies and practices conducive to eliminating all forms of exclusion including, but not limited to, racism, ageism, ableism, sexism, discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender, and religious oppression. The IDOC team works to serve justice in Illinois and increase public safety by promoting positive change in behavior of individuals in custody, operating successful reentry programs, and reducing victimization. Employees enjoy excellent benefits, including health, vision, and dental insurance; retirement plan and deferred compensation; state holidays and other benefit time off; and pre-tax benefit programs. The department also offers extensive training and career advancement opportunities. The Illinois Department of Corrections is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

As an IDOC employee, you are entitled to a robust benefits package that includes :

Health, Life, Vision and Dental Insurance

12 weeks paid maternity / paternity leave

Pension Plan - Vesting at 10 years for Tier II

Full 20-year retirement awards free health insurance during retirement

Deferred compensation and other pre-tax benefits programs

Paid state holidays : 13 - 14 day annually

3 paid Personal Business days annually

12 paid Sick days annually (Sick days carry over year to year)

10 - 25 Paid Vacation days annually (10 days beginning at year 1 employment)

Personal, Sick and Vacation rates modified for 12-hour work schedules (As applicable)

Employee Assistance Program and / or Mental Health resources

For more information about our benefits, please follow this link :   Benefits Information