What are the responsibilities and job description for the Data Entry Clerk IV - Grand Jury position at CCSAO?
Job Title: Data Entry Clerk IV/Grand Jury #469
Reports to: Administrative Supervisor
Grade: 14
Level: Entry (This may vary for internal candidates only)
Salary: $60,147
Location: 2650 S California
Bureau: Administrative Services
Division/Unit: Grand Jury
Application deadline: August 6, 2026
Working Environment: Hours: Monday Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Physical Requirements:
Light Work: The position requires the ability to stand or walk frequently, often for extended periods. You may need to lift, carry, push, or pull objects weighing up to 20 pounds regularly, and occasionally heavier items. The job may also involve a significant amount of walking or standing relative to sedentary roles.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Type and generate information and indictment documents.
- Enter and update case information in CRIMES Management System.
- Utilize Law Enforcement Agency Databases.
- Proofread and sort documents.
- Date stamp documents.
- File all necessary paperwork.
- Facilitate telephone calls, transfer to appropriate individual, and take messages.
- Copy, fax, and email documents.
- Maintain confidentiality of information and systems.
- Interact with States Attorneys Office employees and personnel of outside agencies.
- Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Qualifications:
Required:
- The candidate must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task.
- The candidate must be able to manage a high-volume caseload daily.
- The candidate must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of Microsoft Word applications.
Preferred:
- Clerks and CRIMES computer experience.
- Knowledge of AOIC criminal codes.
- Typing speed of 50 wpm.
Equal Employment Opportunity
EEO Message: The Cook County States Attorneys Office (CCSAO) is an equal opportunity employer, which seeks to recruit, develop, and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. The CCSAO does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Upon request, the CCSAO will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals due to a disability or pregnancy. The EEOP report can be found on our website at www.cookcountystatesattorney.org.