Job Description
Job Description
Come and work for a one of the most unique agencies in the United States Department of Justice where each employee's day-to-day performance makes a difference. Our family and career-oriented agency promotes integrity, diversity, and professional development.
We offer:
A supportive, safe, and secure environment with opportunity for growth and advancement.
A competitive federal government salary and benefits, including health care and retirement.
Potential for recruitment incentives.
Flexible work options.
Secretaries perform a variety of clerical and administrative support functions such as typing, filing, and document control. They may provide support to one person or to several, but are primarily responsible for maintaining the smooth workflow and operation of the office.
Benefits:
- Medical, dental and vision insurance
- Life insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Long-term care insurance
Responsibilities:
- Handles routine inquiries from both staff and inmates, providing technical assistance and answering questions regarding the general nature of correctional programs.
- Receives visitors to the office, determines the nature of the requests and directs them to the appropriate staff or personally provides the information desired when routine or procedural matters of the office are involved.
- Reviews correspondence prepared for the supervisor and other staff.
- Assists the Unit Manager and staff members in the procedural aspects of expediting the work of this office.
- Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution. The staff correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and is performed on a regular and recurring basis.
Requirements:
- 4 years of education above the high school level OR 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade. This experience must have been gained in a position that supported the workflow of the office such as a: Secretary, Clerk, Administrative Assistant
Plan to attend and meet face-to-face with hiring managers.
Candidates will be considered for this position whether or not you attend the job fair.
Pre-Register online at:
https://catalystcareergroup.com/event/rockford-job-fair-3-2026/
Rockford Job Fair
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
10:00AM - 12:30PM
Radisson Hotel & Conference Center Rockford
200 South Bell School Road
Rockford, IL 61108
All of the companies at our job fairs have open positions they are seeking to fill.
Tips for Success:
- Pre-register—Receive notifications of any updates or changes to the event, and receive information about upcoming events in your area.
- Dress professionally—First impressions go a long way.
- Bring multiple copies of your resume.
- Arrive anytime between 10 AM and 12:30 PM—Plan to spend 45 minutes to 1 hour at the event.
- Bring a friend—All job seekers are welcome.
- Prepare a brief but effective “brag” to let the people you meet get to know you.
- Keep an open mind—Meet with as many of the companies as you can; you may be pleasantly surprised at what you find.
Remember, the best way to be considered for a position is to meet the hiring managers in person. Plan to attend this event!
(Candidates will be considered for this position whether or not you attend the job fair.)
Pre-Register online at:
https://catalystcareergroup.com/event/rockford-job-fair-3-2026/