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Administrative Assistant

Lake County
Waukegan, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/6/2025 CLOSED ON 5/6/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Assistant position at Lake County?

Are you looking for a challenging role within an organization that provides rewarding compensation, an excellent benefit package and career growth opportunities? If so, Lake County Government is the place for you. Comprised of nearly 3,000 employees, it is our goal to positively serve the residents of Lake County while working with a purpose. We believe our employees should take pride in the work they accomplish while truly respecting a collaborative work environment.

The general function of this position within the organization is to perform moderately complex work related to basic administrative and general office duties in addition to performing customer service functions and providing clerical support for the office.  

Hours of Work:
  • Full-time 40 hours a week; 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
  • Possible 2 evenings a month from 9:30 am to 6:30 pm

  • Proficient in data entry.
  • Proficient in Excel and Word.
  • Assist customers/clients with basic and complex questions over the phone and/or in person.
  • Route phone calls to appropriate personnel or department, return calls and take messages as needed.
  • Refer clients to appropriate Probation Officer.
  • Communication with Probation Officers regarding clients' reporting.
  • Process incoming/outgoing correspondence/mail and distribute correspondence/mail to appropriate person.
  • Open and close building as scheduled.
  • All other related duties as assigned.
  • Requires some responsibility for safety and health of others and/or for occasional enforcement of the standards of public safety or health.
  • Knowledge of computer software programs i.e. word processing, spread sheets, custom application and office machines
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality
  • Interpersonal skills to work with co-workers, clients and the general public
  • Knowledge of general office work
  • Ability to follow directions
  • Ability to multitask
Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:
  • High School education

Physical Requirements:
  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer


Lake County offers a competitive salary and benefit package. We also offer flexible working hours, and a comprehensive wellness and training program.  Visit our Prospective Employee page to get additional information on why you should work for Lake County!  

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background screening, and drug testing and may include a pre-employment medical exam. Only employees who have completed the probationary period are eligible for a transfer or promotion.

Lake County is committed to being a diverse and inclusive workplace and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).


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