Wheaton, IL – Office Assistant

Salary: $44,000.00 – $46,000.00 Annually

Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Department: Human Resources Department

We are pleased to offer the opportunity to work as an Office Assistant within DuPage County’s Human Resources Department.

DuPage County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

This position is eligible for our complete benefit package including medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, pension, deferred compensation plan, tuition reimbursement, pre-paid legal and credit union.  As a team member at DuPage County, you will also have access to time off with pay on Designated Holidays or holiday pay if required to work, Vacation time, Sick time and Paid Leave.

Responsibilities Include:

• Performs various routine clerical duties, e.g. (utilizing standard office equipment, to include: answer and screen incoming phone calls, taking and transmitting messages, maintaining calendars, keyboarding information into databases, scanning, photocopying, performing data entry, faxing documents, typing, and word processing)
• Acts as a counter clerk or receptionist, greeting individuals and, or directing them to the proper location
• Receives and issues documents
• Composes original form letters
• Receives, sorts, distributes and reviews internal and external mail independently attaching relevant file(s), and responding to basic mail requests
• Prepare and mail out documentation for Leaves:  FMLA, COBRA, PLOA, etc.
• Assists with new hire paperwork
• Completes basic employment verifications
• Files documents alphabetically and numerically
• Provides and interprets information regarding department policies, procedures and programs to employees and/or the public
• Verifies and reviews the receiving and processing of forms
• Utilizes a variety of Microsoft Office Suite software applications
• Prepares documents for scanning and filing
• Identifies and resolves discrepancies in accordance with department standards

REQUIREMENTS INCLUDE
Requirements include the following experience or equivalent combination of training and experience:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Two years of experience in general office work which required skilled typing

A passing score on basic Word and Excel tests are required.
A pre-employment background check is required.