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LCA EXECUTIVE SECRETARY

We continually strive for a workforce that reflects the growing diversity within the State of Illinois. A variety of employee backgrounds, perspectives, ideas and experiences are crucial to our ability to most effectively serve the public. Bilingual skills welcome

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

The State of Illinois is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities. Further, federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job, interview for a job, or for any other activity related to the hiring process. Examples of reasonable accommodation include, but are not limited to, making a change to the application process (if possible), providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.

To be provided a Reasonable Accommodation during the hiring process, you will need to provide a certification of disability from a physician, psychiatrist, school official or an Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) Vocational Rehabilitation (VR) Counselor. Supporting documentation should be uploaded under My Documents → Additional Documents section for each application.

Any questions on Reasonable Accommodations can be directed to Central Management Services Disability Resource Center at CMS.DisabilityResCen@illinois.gov or call (217) 524-7514 for further information and to request or discuss an accommodation.

Sponsorship for Employment

The State of Illinois does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status), nor is the State able to provide extensions of optional practical training (OPT) under the STEM-designated degree program for F-1 students.  To be considered for permanent employment with the State of Illinois, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Disclosure of Salary Information

In compliance with the Illinois Equal Pay Act, 820 ILCS 112/1 et seq., the State does not seek, request, or require a job applicant’s wage or salary history.  Employment decisions are not made based on an applicant’s wage or salary history.  To that end, please do not include wage or salary information in your resume or other profile or application materials.
Date:  Jan 15, 2026
Location: 

Rantoul, IL, US, 61866

Job Requisition ID:  52604

DEPARTMENT OF MILITARY AFFAIRS - 
LINCOLN'S CHALLENGE ACADEMY
PERSONAL SERVICE CONTRACT POSTING
 
 
All applicants who want to be considered for this position MUST apply electronically through SuccessFactors.  Applications submitted via email or any paper manner (mail, fax, hand delivery) will not be considered.
 
****A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****
 
Please attach a DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV), a copy of your transcripts or diploma for all degrees earned, and a copy of any applicable professional licensures to the MY DOCUMENTS section of your application. Please note that you must verify proof of higher education for any degree earned (if applicable) before any offer can be extended. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b or any other document in lieu of a Resume or CV.
 
Work Location: 212 W Borman Dr, Rantoul, Illinois, 61866 

NO MEDICAL AND NO DENTAL INSURANCE PROVIDED
 
JOB REQUISITION:  52604

ANNUAL SALARY:  MIN. $44,959     MAX. $58,445
Anticipated annual starting: $44,959

LINCOLNS CHALLENGE ACADEMY EMPLOYEE HOURS: 
8 Hours daily - Between 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Can vary based on mission requirements

SCHEDULE:          
Must work until 7:00 pm one night a week
Must work one weekend a month
 
Agency Contact:
SHERRI WHITE-TAYLOR
Email: sherri.white-taylor@illinois.gov
Phone #: 217-892-1302
 

Essential Function 1

Performs a variety of complex, specialized secretarial duties:

  • filing, typing, and general office support functions;
  • maintains necessary files; prepares and types a variety of reports and memorandums;
  • develops deadlines, suspense’s, and prioritizes work to be completed
  • plans, facilitates, and coordinates work with staff to ensure maximum output

Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of duties enumerated above.

 

Minimum Qualifications 1

  1. Requires the knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to the completion of high school.  
  2. Requires 2 years secretarial experience or administrative military experience.   

Preferred Qualifications 1

  1. Prefers working knowledge of agency programs, rules, and regulations. 
  2. Prefers a current holder of an Illinois Notary Public License.  

Employment Condition 1

1.    Requires the ability to pass a DoD background investigation.
2.    Requires a valid driver’s license in the appropriate classification as required by law.
3.    Required to work a flex work schedule including weekends and evenings when necessary to meet agency needs.

Work Hours:  8 Hours daily - Between 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Can vary based on mission requirements 
Work Location: 212 W Borman Dr, Rantoul, Illinois, 61866

Agency Contact:  Sherri White-Taylor
Email:  sherri.white-taylor@illinois.gov
Phone #:  217-892-1302  Posting Group: Education; Office & Administrative Support
 
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 into 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:
•    donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
•    systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
 
*NOTE:  The Department of Military Affairs does not discriminate against any individual because of his or her race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, order of protection status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or unfavorable discharge from military service in connection with employment, real estate transactions, access to financial credit, and the availability of public accommodations in compliance with the Illinois Human Rights Act, the Illinois Constitution, Title VI of the 1964 Civil Rights Acts, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, and the U.S. Constitution.  The Equal Employment Opportunity Office is responsible for compliance and may be reached at 217/557-5667.
Department of Defense (DOD) background check and receipt of a DOD Common Access Card (CAC) is required for this position.


Nearest Major Market: Champaign
Nearest Secondary Market: Urbana

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