OCJ - Juvenile Redeploy Special Assistant

Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois • Full-time • Chicago, IL, US • 1w ago

OFFICE OF THE CHIEF JUDGE
CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS
Job Title: Juvenile Redeploy Special Assistant
Pay Grade: 16; Non-Union; FSLA exempt
Salary: $60,520
Location: 1100 South Hamilton, Chicago or as assigned

Applications are now being accepted for the position of Redeploy Special Assistant within the Juvenile Redeploy Program, Office of the Chief Judge. The Special Assistant will be responsible for assisting with all matters related to the support of the Juvenile Redeploy Program. The Special Assistant will report to the Juvenile Redeploy Director.

Responsibilities include:

Receive assignments from the Redeploy Director and Redeploy Managers as it relates to support of the Redeploy Program. These duties include but are not limited to:
Making copies of reports, memorandums, statistics, etc.
Typing memorandums, proposals, projects
Creating presentations using Powerpoint or Publisher
Scheduling staffings and meetings
Creating Zoom and TEAMS meeting links
Creating spreadsheets or databases
Assist in reviewing invoices from providers for accuracy
Working with various internal and external stakeholders on a daily basis to navigate issues
Entering data into various software, including provided case management systems from the County and State, Excel, Access
Proof and edit all assignments prior to submission
Generate reports needed by staff or supervisory personnel
Assist in planning events and coordinating logistics
Completion of work orders, BOT requests, etc.
Answering telephone calls and relaying messages
Maintaining confidentiality as dictated by the Illinois Juvenile Court Act/ Conform to the Code of Ethics
Phoning clients to remind of appointments/court appearances
Requesting of records from various sources for use by the Redeploy staff
Order supplies for staff
Complete hospitality and room set-up request forms
Participate in a minimum of 10 hours of professional training annually
Other duties as assigned

The duties listed are not set forth for the purpose of limiting the assignment of work. They are not to be construed as a complete list of the duties to be performed under the job title or those to be performed temporarily outside an employee’s line of work.

Minimum Qualifications :

High School Diploma or GED. Associates Degree preferred, but not required.
Possess exceptional organizational skills with ability to work independently.
Possess ability to enter data and generate reports.
Demonstrates good verbal and written communication.
Possess demonstrable experience in Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Word.
Ability to work as a team
Ability to work flexible hours
Ability to listen to audio recordings and transcribe the content into formatted, professional quality word processed documents.
Have a record of punctual, reliable attendance

Physical Requirements:

Lift and carry items weighing up to 20 pounds.
Be available to work in-person 100% of the scheduled work week.
Be able to walk for short distances and climb stairs.
Ability to intermittently twist to reach equipment and supplies.
Be able to sit at a desk for extended periods of time.
Perform simple grasping and fine manipulation.
Be able to use a telephone and computer keyboard on a daily basis.

This position requires a pre-employment drug screening and criminal background check. Applicants are advised that as a Drug Free Workplace, use of medical or recreational marijuana is prohibited and will disqualify a candidate from employment.
All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all required screening criteria.

Information concerning the benefits for this position can be found at the Circuit Court of Cook County Employment Opportunities Page.

Please apply by filling out the application at our Career Page.

THE OFFICE OF THE CHIEF JUDGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Office of the Chief Judge of the Circuit Court of Cook County to provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants for employment. No person is to be discriminated against in employment because of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation.

May 2026