Specialized Training Assistant
Springfield, IL, US, 62701
Job Requisition ID: 48945
Closing Date: 08/15/2025
Agency: Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board
Class Title: OFFICE ASSISTANT - 30010
Skill Option: Keyboarding
Bilingual Option: None
Salary: Anticipated Starting Salary $3,802 monthly; Full Range $3,802 - $4,880 monthly
Job Type: Salaried
Category: Full Time
County: Sangamon
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.
Position Overview:
The Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board (ILETSB) invites qualified candidates to apply for the position of Specialized Training Assistant. The ideal candidate for this position will have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, have the ability to develop and maintain positive and effective professional relationships, be highly organized, and be capable of multi-tasking to keep up with the demands of a busy and growing agency. ILETSB is conveniently located at the southern edge of downtown Springfield in a beautifully maintained building across from the Lincoln’s Home National Historic Site with free secured parking on-site. Employees enjoy excellent benefits, including life, health, vision, and dental insurance; a secure retirement plan and deferred compensation options; a generous number of paid state holidays and other time off; pre-tax benefit programs; and flexible work schedules.
Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board offers a robust benefit package including:
- Monday-Friday schedule
- Health, life, vision, and dental insurance
- Paid Parental leave
- Pension Plan
- Deferred Compensation, and other pre-tax benefit programs
- Employees earn (12) paid sick days annually
- (10-25) paid vacation days (based on years of service)
- Employees earn (3) paid personal days (pro-rated based on start date)
- (13-14) paid state holidays annually
Work hours and schedule will be mutually agreed upon by supervisor during the onboarding process.
Why Work for Illinois?
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.
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.
Essential Functions
- Types statutorily required information into the Police Training Board (PTB), Law Enforcement Document Interchange (LEDI), and Law Enforcement Training Management (LETM) database applications pertaining to employment data and training status of municipal and county law enforcement and correctional officers
- Provides clerical office support to professional staff within the Specialized Programs department and throughout the Training Division, on various projects and training conferences
- Receives and responds to inquiries from municipal and county law enforcement agencies, Mobile Team Units (MTUs) and Academies in order to verify and disseminate the data submitted by the agency into the PTB, LEDI, and LETM database applications
- Prepares and maintains an up-to-date filing system for files pertaining to the Board’s Specialized Training Program department and throughout the Training Division, in accordance with both Board policy and the Illinois Police Training Act
- Performs the duties of receptionist in the Board office
- Develops and maintains a strong working knowledge of changes in the Board’s evolving office procedures
Performs other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the duties enumerated above.
Minimum Qualifications
- Requires knowledge, skill, and mental development equivalent to completion of high school and one year of related office experience
- Requires the ability to keyboard accurately at 35 words per minute
Preferred Qualifications
- Prefers prior work history within the law enforcement training or criminal justice field
- Prefers working knowledge of alpha-numeric sequencing
- Prefers working knowledge of office practices, procedures, and programs
- Prefers working knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation
- Prefers working knowledge of basic mathematics
- Prefers ability to follow oral and/or written instructions
- Prefers ability to operate commonly used manual and automated office equipment and perform routine maintenance
- Prefers proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Internet applications
Conditions of Employment
- Requires ability to pass a background check
The conditions of employment listed here are incorporated and related to any of the job duties as listed in the job description.
About the Agency
The Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board is the state agency mandated to promote and maintain a high level of professional standards for law enforcement and correctional officers. Its purpose is to promote and protect citizen health, safety, and welfare by encouraging municipalities, counties, and other governmental agencies in their efforts to upgrade and maintain a high level of training and standards for law enforcement personnel. The Board is responsible for developing and providing quality training and education, setting professional standards, and aiding in the establishment of adequate training facilities. By constantly adapting to changes in technology, the ever‐changing face of crime in the United States, and society's demands on those entrusted with the responsibility of enforcing its laws, the Board plays a crucial role in the professionalization of policing in Illinois. The Board is an equal opportunity employer and is dedicated to building and maintaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce. The Law Enforcement Training & Standards Board is a drug‐free workplace.
Work Hours: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday
Work Location: 500 S 9th St, Springfield, Illinois, 62701
Agency Contact: Ellen Petty, HR & Labor Relations Manager
Email: PTB.JOBS@illinois.gov
Phone #: 217-558-7351
Posting Group: Office & Administrative Support
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.
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- systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com
Nearest Major Market: Springfield