Administrative Assistant IV - Investigations - Cook County State's Attorney's Office

Position Details

Job Title: Administrative Assistant IV/Investigations

Reports to: Office Manager

Level: Entry/Union/Full-Time

Salary: $55,058

Grade/Step: 14

Location: 2650 S California

Bureau: Administrative Services

Application deadline: September 18, 2024

Primary Function: Provide administrative support to the Investigations Unit at 26^th & California

Working Environment: Hours: Monday – Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Physical Requirements:

Light Work: The position requires the ability to stand or walk frequently, often for extended periods. You may need to lift, carry, push, or pull objects weighing up to 20 pounds regularly, and occasionally heavier items. The job may also involve a significant amount of walking or standing relative to sedentary roles.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Arrange training for new investigators, interns or non-FTO investigators
• Facilitate phone inquiries from investigators on street assignments for various information
• Type, file, fax, copy, scan
• Create various types of case files and other correspondence as required.
• Enter new and update case information in CRIMES database.
• Maintain statistics and provide monthly reports.
• Run criminal background checks/run report in LEADS 2000, I-Clear and CRIMES database.
• Maintain Investigations Unit paper documents and electronic files
• Regular interaction with State’s Attorney’s Office employees
• Maintain confidentiality of information and the implicit understanding of discretion is required regarding the confidentiality of any requests and/or records obtained
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Required:

• The candidate must have excellent communication skills both oral and written.
• The candidate must have the ability to multi-task and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word applications.
• Proficiency in CRIMES and SharePoint.

Preferred:

• Working knowledge of NICE and Leads
• Typing speed of 50+wpm

Equal Employment Opportunity

At the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office (CCSAO), we champion diversity, equal opportunity, and inclusivity! We are passionately committed to building a team that represents a wealth of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. Our strength lies in our diversity, and we actively seek, develop, and cherish talent from all walks of life.

We're proud to say that we stand firmly against discrimination of any kind—whether it's based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. At CCSAO, everyone is welcome.

And, we're not just about saying it—we're about living it! If you’re a qualified individual who requires reasonable accommodation based on religion, disability, or pregnancy, please let us know. At CCSAO, we’re all about empowering our team to shine.

Reasonable Accommodation

Applicants that are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran may contact the Cook County State’s Attorney’s Office coordinators via email at hr.sao@cookcountyil.gov and arrange for an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability.

Benefits

At Cook County, we believe in investing in you, our valued employee. We understand that your well-being directly impacts the quality of service we provide to our community. That's why we offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, financial stability, and work-life balance. Here's a snapshot of what we offer:

Choose from a variety of medical, dental, and vision plans to best suit your lifestyle and needs. We provide a robust Paid Time Off (PTO) program, including vacation, personal, and sick leave, as well as 13 paid holidays. As a public service employer, our employees may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program. Our Employee Assistance Program offers confidential counseling and referral services to help you navigate life's challenges. And of course, a pension plan through Cook County.

Follow this link to the Cook County Benefits and this link to Cook County Pension Fund if you want to learn more about our amazing benefit coverage. The CCSAO does not provide relocation assistance.

Covid

Recent developments have allowed for the lifting of general orders related to COVID-19. However, if hired, candidates will need to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or submit a request for reasonable accommodation. Selected candidates may make a request for accommodation prior to employment or any time during their initial week of hire.

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