Joliet, IL – Administrative Assistant – Front Office

JOB VACANCY NOTICE

DATE:                         February 24, 2026

JOB TITLE:                  Administrative Assistant – Front Office

DUTIES AND

REQUIREMENTS:         Under general supervision, the position performs tasks and services to support effective and efficient operations for the Licensure specialist at the Will County Regional Office of Education. The position ensures accurate and efficient services to the constituents of Will County at the Regional Office of Education. This includes administrative services and clerical tasks. Strong communication and record-keeping skills are required.

Receives, scans and uploads transcripts to ISBE for educator applications/ degrees. Assist educators with the Paraprofessional and Substitute license application process. Process name changes, corrections, etc. that are sent to ISBE. Use ELIS daily to enter degrees and assist educators with professional development activities. Interacts with ISBE on an “as needed” basis regarding licensure. Prepares reports with various statistical data. Answer phone calls and questions regarding licensure and other administrative topics. Assist candidates with fingerprinting requirements.  Regular, punctual, and predictable attendance is required. Performs other related tasks as assigned. This position from time to time will be required to attend activities outside the County. Occasional travel required to county schools and events representing ROE 56. Other duties and special projects as assigned.

High school diploma or equivalent required. Experience performing complex and responsible administrative duties. Excellent customer service skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (word processing, Excel spreadsheets, PowerPoint presentations). Ability to prioritize and multi-task several projects. Valid State of Illinois Driver’s License and minimum liability insurance required by law.

DEPARTMENT:                Will County Regional Office of Education

SALARY RANGE:         $43,900 – $45,000 (Exempt)

BENEFITS:                         Will County employees enjoy a wide variety of competitive fringe benefits including: comprehensive medical coverage, dental and vision coverage, short/long term disability, sick/personal days, parental leave, holidays, defined pension plan from the Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (regular and SLEP), deferred compensation plan, vacation, and tuition reimbursement program. https://willcounty.gov/County-Offices/Administration/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefits-and-Compensations

APPLY TO:                   Will County Regional Office of Education

116 N. Chicago Street,

Suite 400,

Joliet, IL 60432

Fax: 815-462-5402

lpavone@willroe.org

APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE AT FRONTLINE (please see link below):

https://www.applitrack.com/willcounty/onlineapp/JobPostings/view.asp?FromAdmin=true&AppliTrackJobId=1932

APPLY BY:                   March  9, 2025 by 4:30pm

The County of Will is an equal opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).Individuals needing accommodations in the recruitment process should contact Luke Pavone at lpavone@willroe.org